Monthly Archives: July 2009

I’m working on my Happiness Project, and you could have one, too! Everyone’s project will look different, but it’s the rare person who can’t benefit. Join in — no need to catch up, just jump in right now. Each Friday’s post will help you think about your own happiness project. One of my happiness-project resolutions is to “Forgive an accident.” … →

I’ve started a feature — the True Rules series. These are concrete lessons that come out of people’s specific experiences. Whether you agree with these rules or not, they’re fun to consider. I was very excited to have lunch with the brilliant Debbie Stier in her office at HarperStudio, which is part of my publishing house, HarperCollins. A few weeks … →

Every Wednesday is Tip Day. This Wednesday: 14 tips for running a good meeting. Nothing can drain the happiness from you faster than a long, unproductive meeting. You’re bored; you’re not getting anything done; emails are piling up while you sit, trapped. On the other hand, a productive meeting is exhilarating. A long time ago, when I was working in … →