Forbes has identified 15 colleges that excel in preparing students for the workforce through co-op programs, internships and career coaching. Northeastern University, Drexel University and Kettering University are highlighted for integrating semester-long, full-time work experiences directly into their curricula.

When you switch from one industry to another, you need to sort your skills into two categories: "what accelerates you in your new field, and what slows you down," writes game designer and writer American McGee. Adopting a learner's mindset and building flexibility into new processes can turn the challenges of unfamiliar environments into growth opportunities, making adaptability an essential trait for success in any transition, McGee notes.

Deep Shah, a Google engineer, credits strong mentorship with shaping his career in tech and AI. He emphasizes that mentors have not only guided his technical growth but also taught him valuable organizational and leadership skills. Shah recommends that mentees approach mentors with a clear agenda to get the most out of the relationship.

Gen Z workers are experiencing high levels of burnout. This trend is attributed to entering the workforce during the pandemic, economic pressures, and the rapid integration of AI in the workplace. Experts suggest that building workplace connections, setting boundaries, and flexible work arrangements can help mitigate burnout.

The holiday season can bring stress for professionals, with busy schedules, financial concerns and family dynamics being sources of anxiety, according to the American Psychiatric Association and Ipsos. Kiki Ramsey, a positive psychologist, emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's limits, noting that it's okay not to do it all.

Organizations are not machines but living organisms that need leaders who know how to replenish the human needs of their staff and themselves instead of constantly depleting them, a leadership strategist writes. For leaders, this means getting enough rest, managing stress, eating well and creating a sense of belonging, while modeling these skills to build resilience, clarity and strong decision-making throughout their teams, she writes.

From sister publication Kiplinger: For the 2026 tax year, standard deduction amounts are set to increase, providing a modest boost for most taxpayers. These inflation-adjusted increases will help retirees and other taxpayers reduce their taxable income and potentially lower their overall tax bill.