Minda Zetlin

Author, Speaker, Inc. Contributing Editor, Writer for CNBC.com and CIO.com. New Book: Career Self-Care: Find Your Happiness, Success, and Fulfillment at Work. Follow me for a first look at all my Inc.com columns.

northampton, massachusetts, united states

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Ethics: I Had a Bad Year and My Direct Report Had to Do Part of My Job. Should I Apologize?

Ethics: I Had a Bad Year and My Direct Report Had to Do Part of My Job. Should I Apologize? In this week’s Ethics column, a leader writes, “I sucked this year.” EXPERT OPINION BY MINDA ZETLIN, AUTHOR OF 'CAREER SELF-CARE: FIND YOUR HAPPINESS, SUCCESS, AND... See more

inc.com•Minda Zetlin•Jan 10, 2026

This Fun Activity May Be the 1 Best Thing You Can Do for Your Brain, Neuroscientists Say

This Fun Activity May Be the 1 Best Thing You Can Do for Your Brain, Neuroscientists Say You’ll reduce your risk of heart disease and dementia as well. EXPERT OPINION BY MINDA ZETLIN, AUTHOR OF 'CAREER SELF-CARE: FIND YOUR HAPPINESS, SUCCESS, AND FULFILLM... See more

inc.com•Minda Zetlin•Jan 6, 2026

Ethics: My Direct Report Won't Promote His Wins-Then Complains That He's Overlooked

Ethics: My Direct Report Won’t Promote His Wins—Then Complains That He’s Overlooked This week’s Ethics column ask what to do when someone wants a promotion but won’t put himself forward. EXPERT OPINION BY MINDA ZETLIN, AUTHOR OF 'CAREER SELF-CARE: FIND YO... See more

inc.com•Minda Zetlin•Dec 27, 2025

1 Simple Change Makes Every Gathering More Meaningful, According to a Communication Expert

1 Simple Change Makes Every Gathering More Meaningful, According to a Communication Expert “The experience becomes richer,” says Patricia Fripp, communications coach to major companies. EXPERT OPINION BY MINDA ZETLIN, AUTHOR OF 'CAREER SELF-CARE: FIND YOU... See more

inc.com•Minda Zetlin•Dec 23, 2025

With 1 Word, Taylor Swift Just Explained How to Be Successful in Work and Life

With 1 Word, Taylor Swift Just Explained How to Be Successful in Work and Life Do this with your customers, and even your friends and family. EXPERT OPINION BY MINDA ZETLIN, AUTHOR OF 'CAREER SELF-CARE: FIND YOUR HAPPINESS, SUCCESS, AND FULFILLMENT AT WOR... See more

inc.com•Minda Zetlin•Dec 21, 2025

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Bachelors, English at University Of IowaGraduated: 1981

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Ethics: I Had a Bad Year and My Direct Report Had to Do Part of My Job. Should I Apologize?

This Fun Activity May Be the 1 Best Thing You Can Do for Your Brain, Neuroscientists Say

Ethics: My Direct Report Won't Promote His Wins-Then Complains That He's Overlooked

1 Simple Change Makes Every Gathering More Meaningful, According to a Communication Expert

With 1 Word, Taylor Swift Just Explained How to Be Successful in Work and Life

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Ethics: I Had a Bad Year and My Direct Report Had to Do Part of My Job. Should I Apologize?

This Fun Activity May Be the 1 Best Thing You Can Do for Your Brain, Neuroscientists Say

Ethics: My Direct Report Won't Promote His Wins-Then Complains That He's Overlooked

1 Simple Change Makes Every Gathering More Meaningful, According to a Communication Expert

With 1 Word, Taylor Swift Just Explained How to Be Successful in Work and Life