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Addressing and changing the reasons for unproductive meetings Mamie Kanfer Stewart

Meetings can be productive and useful. Here’s why and how. Read More

Use these 3 tips to talk like a boss Monica Torres

Here are tips on how to talk like the boss you need to be, so that you can project the confidence in your abilities that you need to succeed. Read More

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8 ways to communicate like a human infographic Rachel Weingarten

While human beings can’t be infographics, but cutting down on conversational clutter can make people more inclined to listen to what you say. Read More

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Here's how to communicate better in 3 common work situations Jane Burnett

Knowing how to communicate correctly in each setting can spare you a world of frustration and keep you and your messages to your colleagues crystal clear. Read More

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Four phrases to avoid at work if you want to be trusted Judith Humphery

“I sort of just wanted to point out . . . ” isn’t doing you or your listeners any favors. Read More

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Five ways to be the direct person you've always wanted to become at work Jane Burnett

When being direct, you don’t need to cover up what you’re really trying so say — just be conscientious in the way you say it. Read More

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13 body language blunders that make you look bad Travis Bradberry

You could be sabotaging your career. Read More

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I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

“I’ve interviewed with Google twice now, and when people ask me why I don’t work there, I respond, ‘I can never seem to get past the eighth interview,’” says Steve Silberberg, who is now the founder of Fatpacking, a weight-loss backpacking company.

Myth busted: 5 ageism stereotypes that need to be broken

In the last few months, older social media personalities have been gaining traction on sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tock. They’re called Grandfluencers, and they’re here to debunk pervasive ageism myths….and make a little cash doing it.

The simple eye contact trick you should use in every conversation

“When two people are having a conversation, eye contact signals that shared attention is high —that they are in peak synchrony with one another.”

How to deal with ‘The Great Resignation’ when you are a manager

Managers are worried about maintaining the talent required to keep the doors open, but they are not asking the right questions.

The flu shot may protect you from severe COVID-19 infection

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7 things you should never ask your boss

There are some things you should just not ask your boss — these 7 questions are things you should stay clear from in conversation.