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How to create a funny – and appropriate – Out of Office response Lindsay Tigar

But before you copy/paste your traditional message, career experts challenge professionals to be a tad more creative with your OOO. Try these tips on matching your excitement for your getaway with your email the next time you head off on an adventure. Read More

How to assert yourself when you're dismissed Selena Rezvani

Have you ever sat in a meeting and felt ignored or utterly unimportant? Perhaps you offered up an idea that someone else seized upon. Maybe you inserted yourself into the conversation but no one gave you their eye contact or their attention. Read More

Here are the 7 rules of success Andrew Ferebee

Taking action is the ONLY way to get the life of your dreams. So shut this tab out and go do what you need to do. Success awaits. Stay Grounded. Read More

How to instantly improve your LinkedIn profile headline Madeline Mann

There is a proven LinkedIn profile headline formula that isn’t about catchy taglines (“The pro you’ve been looking for”) or meaningless buzzwords (“Innovator, Influencer, Omnipotent”) — but ACTUALLY increases the number of searches you appear in and leads to more profile clicks. Read More

When it comes to wedding gifts this year, remember: Go with cash!Jane Burnett

Summer is wedding season, which means that you’ll probably spend a lot of time stocking up on wedding presents for all your friends and family members tying the knot — just don’t make the wrong choices. Read More

Boo freakin' hoo: What to do if you're being professionally ghosted Arianna Schioldager

Professional ghosting happens and it’s more difficult to navigate than relationship ghosting. Especially if you have to see the person who is ignoring you in the workplace. Water. Cooler. Awkward. Read More

Stop putting your dreams on sale: How to eliminate procrastination Mary Lee Gannon

Procrastination is simply you not thinking fulfillment is possible. Read More

How drama can accelerate your leadership growth Marlene Chism

Many people believe workplace issues are distinct from personal issues. However, if you pay attention to your family dynamics, you’ll see many parallels. Both family dynamics and workplace dynamics offer many of the same opportunities for personal and leadership growth. Read More

How to make the right decision: Ask this question Gustavo Razzetti

Stop thinking about right or wrong. Making decisions requires clarity, not certainty. Asking one question will get you unstuck. Read More

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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.”

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