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To help people compose emails with impact, here’s a short guide on how to conclude each message based on a particular scenario. Read More

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4 things successful people do in the last 15 minutes of their workday Ladders Contributor

The most successful people use the last few minutes to finish tasks, preparing for the next day, building relationships, and keeping work at the office. Read More

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5 things to do when you have too many ideas and never finish anything Mayo Oshin

Juggling multiple ideas and goals is a tough gig that often begins with excitement, but ends with procrastination, and failure to finish. Read More

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Here’s how elite performers silence negative self-talk Benjamin P. Hardy

In order to pursue big goals and achieve things you’ve never done, you must embrace uncertainty and expect an onslaught of negative thoughts. Read More

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17 women share what it takes to land the job, grow a paycheck, and get ahead in your career Ladders Contributor

Regular women across different industries and levels contributed and responses ranged from the practical to the psychological. Read More

Interview Tips

HR experts reveal questions job candidates should be asking in interviews (and 3 to skip)Paige Breaux

We asked hiring managers and recruiters to reveal most important interview questions candidates should be asking during a job interview. Read More

Productivity

The only way to become a better public speaker as an introvert Todd Brison

And now, introvert, it’s time to tell you the truth: The only way you can become a better public speaker is to speak more. Read More

How To

How to be productive when your life is in chaos Darius Foroux

The way I see it, we have two choices: 1. Accept that life is chaos and find a way to adapt; 2. Refuse to adapt and become miserable because “life is hard.” … Read More

Advice

Give your communication style a reality check Cheryl Grace

Communicating effectively is about adapting to one another, but in a way that actually makes sense. Take notice of HOW you talk to people on the job. Read More

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