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For many of us, our investments are the backbone of our wealth. What you have in your portfolio—be it mutual funds, stock options, or stakes in a start-up—can help propel you into a brighter future. But in the process, too many put essential components to health and happiness on the backburner, and the long-term effects can be detrimental.  Are you investing in all of the right things? Here are a few non-monetary investments you can't afford to neglect on your path to success. Invest in Your Relationships As any experienced networker knows, you never know when that email or phone number will come in handy. Building relationships with people can be the ticket to landing a new job, making a great hire, or getting capital for future ventures. But while networking with strangers and managing these relationships is key, you can’t let work take you away from the family and friends you’ve known for years. Money can’t buy love or happiness, so make sure you’re inves...

Whether you're travelling for work or fun, one thing is for certain: Jumping time zones can wreak havoc on your sleep schedule if you aren't careful. Sleep schedules are fairly sensitive for many people and shifting your sleep times by even just a few hours can take a few days to adjust. While you're going to notice a little bit of disruption if you are travelling overseas, you can keep it to a minimum and fight off the dreaded jet lag if you're proactive and strategic. So, if you want to avoid waking up with night sweats several days after you return, here are a few tips to keep your circadian rhythm in check and stay as sleep fit as possible while traveling. How Long Are You Staying? How long you'll be staying at your destination can significantly impact what you should and shouldn't do to stay sleep fit. In general, it takes around two days to adjust your sleep schedule to a new time zone fully. So, if you're only there for a day, th...