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To help you optimize your virtual meeting set up while cutting out background noise, we’ve rounded up some of the best headphones for virtual meetings. Read More

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You still need an after-work routine when working from home Michael Thompson

Your after-work routine is important to relaxation, rejuvenation and recharging. Even when you work from home, you still need one. Read More

Advice

2 effective thinking tools to improve your intellectual capacity Thomas Oppong

Every day, you have a new opportunity to improve your intellectual capacity. Use these ideas as a guide to improve how you reason and make rational, objective, and logical choices. Read More

Advice

7 feel good things you can do at home to brighten your mood Eve Crabtree

There are a range of fun activities that can be done from the comfort of your own home to instantly put a smile on your face. Read More

Interview Tips

How to follow up after a terrible virtual interview Rachel Weingarten

Virtual interviews on the other hand can be a bit trickier. What if you have something prepared that doesn’t work? You might not even realize it if you start scanning your notes and the interviewer loses patience with the process. Read More

How To

6 psychologically-backed reasons it feels good to dress up even when you work remotely Lindsay Tigar

Those who groom now as they did pre-pandemic will rave about how good it makes them feel and how much more focused they are on their meetings and deliverables, by merely wearing a clean shirt. Or, ahem, sporting anything other than leggings. Read More

How To

How to find your perfect employer in 5 steps Kununu Staff

Job hunting can be tough, especially during times of uncertainty. But, if there’s one thing you can do to make it easier for you, it’s to pick the employer first and then the job! This way you can ensure that you find a place to work that fits your values, has a nice working environment, … Read More

Health

Should you fly this summer? Here’s what the experts say Sonya Swink

Experts recommend holding off for a few months if you can. But what if you have a family emergency or have to go somewhere for work? Here are some things to know. Read More

Personal Finance

What to do if your raise is cancelled due to COVID-19 Emilie Aries

You have skills that are worthy of fair compensation. Let’s not martyr ourselves even amidst a global pandemic. This is not a good time to adopt a martyr to mindset … Read More

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

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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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The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

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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.