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Raging email from Chicago mayor reveals tense relationship with workers Kyle Schnitzer

At least a dozen people working for Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot have quit or plan to quit their jobs since late last year; an explosive email sent by the Chicago mayor exposed the frayed relationship she had with staff. Read More

Personal Finance

When it’s OK to let your good credit score drop NerdWallet

Is there ever a time to let a good credit score drop? Surprisingly, there actually is. We dive into when it’s appropriate, here. Read More

Health

This is how much money exercising will save you now Kyle Schnitzer

A new study found that adults who consistently exercised at moderate or high levels saved anywhere between $1,200-$1,350 annual in health care savings compared to adults who were more inactive from adolescence into middle age. Read More

Interview Tips

This question about COVID-19 will make or break your interview Sara London

When you’re interviewing now, you’ll undoubtedly be faced with this COVID-19 question. It could make or break your interview. Read More

Health

Music earworms may be keeping you up at night CW Headley

Enforcing a cut-off time for how late you listen to music may be beneficial for those who experience earworms on a quasi-regular basis. Some may need to limit their music time throughout the day if earworms occur nightly. Read More

Advice

5 fatherhood lessons from dads who raised inspirational leaders Anouare Abdou

It’s time to celebrate the fathers of the world — and learn from them. These are the top 5 fatherhood lessons from those who raised inspiration leaders. Read More

The Future of Work

Spyware report: What bosses see when you work from home — and how to prevent it Neomam Editors

As bossware becomes more pervasive and employers figure out how closely they can monitor you, being watched at the postbox is the least of your worries. Read More

Productivity

5 surefire signs you’re too burnt out at your job Samantha Hawrylack

Every job has some stress — it’s a part of life. But if your job feels overwhelmingly stressful, it may be a sign of burnout. Read More

Advice

How to present your ideas to a co-worker who won’t listen Dina Smith

Egomaniacs are just one form of toxic co-worker. They like to make themselves look better by making those around them look worse. Read More

Productivity

5 habits of people who never get ahead at work Christian Patterson

Here are five habits of people who can’t seem to get ahead at work. What are they doing wrong? … Read More

Advice

This is what you need to drive a successful career Christopher D. Connors

Are you ready to jump into a successful career? Start with our advice, here, that is sure to drive you up, ahead and forward. Read More

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