Once a month, I curate the best links on how to find work that you love, be excellent at what you do, and unlock any door that stands in your way.
Here’s a big, epic list to carry you right into the New Year!
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Got a great idea — but strapped for cash? Check out these unique ways to fund your business venture.
Some say that Millennials are superficial, self-obsessed, and care more about Pinterest than reading the Classics. Not true. In fact, young people are out- reading their elders by a wide margin.
Want to get more done without working yourself to the bone? Here are 28 steal-worthy tips from the most productive people on the planet!
If your neighbor’s kid asks you for some guidance: say yes! Studies show that kids with mentors find happier, more fulfilling careers.
This writer thinks that successful careers have three distinct chapters — each about 15 years in length. Which chapter are you in, right now?

You’ve read it and proofed it and read it again. But then… oh no! As soon as you press send, you see a mistake! Why is it so hard to catch your own typos?
Want to be a great public speaker? Here are 9 steps to guide you. (Plus: a power-stance that boosts testosterone production… and confidence!)
Got a question? Here are 10 research tips for finding answers online (and yes: some of them are borderline stalking…)
Need an office? Try the public library. (Tons of entrepreneurs are working between the book stacks, these days. Who knows who you’ll meet?)
After reviewing more than 20,000 resumes, this Google recruiter reveals the 5 biggest mistakes that he sees. Word to the wise: don’t lie.
Are you a graphic designer? Don’t over-work and get under-paid. Here’s how to negotiate your salary.
This scrappy company used a Kickstarter campaign to get up and rolling. Today, they make toys designed to get girls interested in engineering. (I love this!)
Do you know the single biggest reason why most entrepreneurs fail? (You might be surprised.) Here it is… plus 5 things you should do to overcome it.
Ready to re-invent yourself and leap into a new business or career? Here is the ultimate cheat-sheet from the great James Altucher. (The good news: you can do this! The bad news: it will take at least 4 years to make a good living.)

I hope that 2014 was a productive and satisfying year for you.
Let’s make 2015 even better.
Find great work. Do great work. See you next year!
—Ellen
Image: Willie Franklin