Kara Dennison

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Kara Dennison

Stress is an inevitable part of any professional’s life, but how individuals handle it early in their careers significantly impacts both their health and long-term success. While many professionals focus on avoiding stress altogether, developing effective stress management skills provides a more realistic and beneficial approach. Learning to manage stress goes beyond immediate relief.

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Kara Dennison

When we picture great leaders, we often think of bold visionaries, sharp strategists, or decisive problem-solvers. Those qualities certainly matter. But another trait quietly sets exceptional leaders apart in today’s workplace. That trait is social fitness. Social fitness is like physical fitness in that it helps you stay strong and energized. Social fitness is what enables you to connect, communicate, and lead people effectively. It’s not something you’re born with, it's something you work on.

1 month ago | forbes.com | Kara Dennison

Receiving a job offer with a lower-than-expected salary creates an immediate decision point. Too many candidates either accept without discussion or walk away without attempting a salary negotiation. However, having a strategic conversation about compensation is a better approach toward financial freedom and a new role without resentment. Salary negotiation remains challenging for many professionals, particularly when confidence wavers or self-doubt creeps in.

1 month ago | forbes.com | Kara Dennison

Economic uncertainty puts employees on edge, especially those on the frontline. Employees face frustrated customers while simultaneously navigating shifting company policies and cost-cutting measures. The combined pressure creates a workforce that's increasingly discouraged and unsettled. In times like these, leadership becomes vital. Frontline leaders, who supervise an estimated 80% of the workforce, according to the Harvard Business Review, have a particularly crucial role to play.

2 months ago | forbes.com | Kara Dennison

The U.S. economy has been rattled by tariff policies imposed by the new administration in recent months. There have been executive orders imposing tariffs on major partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China, including 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports and raising Chinese tariffs to 20%. These new orders have propelled effective U.S. tariff rates to levels not seen since the 1940s.