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The 15-minute morning routine Anthony Trollope used to write 1 book each year for 39 years Mayo Oshin

This daily routine was the engine that helped Trollope write approximately one book each year over the span of 39 years. Here are three key takeaways. Read More

The definitive guide to exclamation marks in work emails Danny Rubin

If you want to jump on email and bash your boss, go ahead. But before you click “Send,” I have one request: cut back on the exclamation marks. Read More

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Your emotional brain is smarter than your brain thinks Thomas Oppong

Whether your emotional brain operates out of habit, or personal comfort, it’s a powerful force when you make decisions every day. Read More

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‘Slow travel’ is the latest trend for those looking to squash flying anxiety and help the planet Meghan Ingraham

In response to the proliferation of “Flygskam”, a counter-movement has been born known as ‘slow-travel’ that allows travelers to offset aviation damage. Read More

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7 powerful lessons from a classic movie scene on how to live like a champion Christopher D. Connors

These lessons are not just fundamentals for living a happy life, they will transform your way of thinking and lead you to magnificent opportunities. Read More

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After getting 1.4 million views on LinkedIn, this college grad is still looking for a job Shireen Jaffer

That problem can be traced to two factors: resumes and job descriptions. Neither tool helps candidates find the jobs they want. Read More

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Introducing the expanded motivating by appreciation inventory Paul White

Over the past two years, we have deliberated and analyzed in order to create a new version which provides a picture of how each person prefers appreciation . Read More

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13 habits of super persuasive people Travis Bradberry

Persuasive people have an uncanny ability to get you leaning toward their way of thinking. Their secret weapon is likeability. Read More

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Forget lower jobs growth, the number of people who’ve stopped looking for work is much more worrisome Ladders Contributor

The participation rate measures all active workers divided by the working-age population. More importantly, it reflects attachment to the job market … Read More

Must Reads

What jobs can you get with a business degree?

We’ve rounded up 11 different types of jobs you can get with a business degree to give you an idea of just how versatile that particular bachelor’s degree is.

The 21 jobs that are MOST likely to lead to divorce

Some jobs have a higher divorce rate than others.

The 12 best people to pick as job references

You want to pick people who have worked alongside you and think highly enough of you to sing your praises to a hiring manager.

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

New research found that the flu vaccine may provide vital protection against COVID-19, reducing the risk of suffering severe infection, like stroke, sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

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

You can tone your arms with these five workouts, and we have video to show you the right form.

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.