The thought of walking away from an unfulfilling career can feel exhilarating until fear creeps in. Fear of pay cuts. Fear of starting from scratch. Fear of making a move you’ll instantly regret. As ...

In 2012, Cassidy Krug competed in her first and last Olympics. Raised by two diving coaches, Krug was in diapers when she started dreaming of competing. At 27 years old, she had a shot at the Olympic ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Daisy Auger-Domínguez writes about work, culture, and careers. Changing jobs isn't just about paychecks, though paychecks matter.

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