Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sho Dewan is a career expert who covers work, top jobs, and business. With January coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to ...

Hard work pays off. You've probably heard the phrase thousands of times, but is that always the right philosophy? Marc Randolph, co-founder and former CEO of Netflix, doesn't believe that hard work is ...

Working smarter sounds like a founder’s cheat code, but most people discover the opposite first. You try to optimize your calendar, automate workflows, and batch tasks, yet somehow you feel even more ...

Beyoncé explains how she learned to "work smarter" by working less. Long gone are the days when you see Beyoncé on every red carpet and tour every year. The mother of three takes pride in the ...

Working hard is no longer the golden ticket to success. Imagine getting more done in less time while feeling less stressed. Sounds like a dream, right? It’s achievable. Working smarter doesn’t mean ...

I never liked the saying, “Work smarter, not harder.” As an ambitious and optimistic person, I believe business leaders already work hard. However, we can always work smarter. In 2024, marketing ...

You’ve probably heard about AI impacting parts of the supply chain, like in a warehouse where AI-driven robots work alongside humans, or the last mile, where AI helps efficiently route packages to ...

Unfortunately, working "hard" is not enough. You also have to work "smart." Focus your efforts on providing what your current client (or boss) values most. And develop a plan for where you're headed ...

As a longtime Paul Simon fan, I’m thrilled he’s hitting the road again after his farewell tour in 2018. Recently, I’ve been listening to his songs on heavy rotation, and inspiration struck while ...