Michael Jordan emphasizes valuing effort over fear of failure, encouraging action and resilience across sports, academics, and personal goals.

Failure is often seen as something to avoid or fear, but many of the world’s most successful people have shown that failure is a crucial part of growth, learning and eventual success. Understanding ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. Perfectionism often paralyzes high achievers, keeping them ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. Fear of failure can be paralyzing. That nagging voice in ...