Acknowledgment and appreciation are basic needs all people seek to satisfy. You feel energized when you receive recognition for a job well done. When someone compliments your talents, they value what you have to offer.

The most reassuring truth about self-confidence is that it can be built. At any point in the process of seeking a new job, changing careers or prospecting for great clients, you can begin to gradually believe in your capabilities. It’s never too late—

How do other people see you? Do you come across as interested, energetic, knowledgeable, trustworthy and professional? How people perceive you is largely due to how well you communicate. If you’re not where you’d like to be in your work life,

Fear is a powerful emotion. Healthy fear keeps you safe. But unhealthy fear can be so debilitating that it paralyzes. Fears naturally arise when you take risks—as you seek a new job, make a career change or venture out on an entrepreneurial project. Fear is never completely overcome. The key to success is

Crisis will really ruin your day—with a high cost. Managing a crisis successfully can make you stronger, wiser and more resilient, but avoiding it shows as much wisdom. Some work life troubles arrive entirely unexpected. For other potential dilemmas, having the foresight to see