An audition is a great example of how "theory of mind" works in everyday life. An actor is trying to get a director to see them as perfect for their show. A director is looking for an actor to perform ...

If you’ve ever glared at your to-do list and thought, “I don’t care anymore,” you’re not alone. When you’re burnt out, bored, or exhausted, even the simplest tasks may seem monumental. Unfortunately, ...

High-achieving workers have these things in common. Marcus leads a team of eight direct reports, and Jennifer is his star employee. While the other seven team members struggle to complete tasks on ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. Perfectionism often paralyzes high achievers, keeping them ...