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When it's out of your control, trust the coping strategy of a master Mary Lee Gannon

When we look outside ourselves for acceptance and don’t find it we reach for a lever of hope. Here is how to deal when they are out of your control. Read More

“Just do it!” Finding motivation at your lowest point Charlotte Giver

Whether it’s achieving a target at work, losing a certain amount of weight, or saving money for your dream purchase; finding motivation can be incredibly difficult at the most important times. Although many challenges come with a physical battle, conquering a lack of motivation and overcoming personal hurdles undoubtedly begins within our own minds. Read More

Why summer is the best time to ask for a promotion Monica Torres

While some of us consider summer to be a time for vacation, it may be the best time to hustle and ask for a promotion, according to a new report. Read More

On why your disagreeable employee is a strong hire Monica Torres

Not every hire should be a skeptic about your mission, but it behooves you to hire some disagreeable employees to question your decisions. Read More

The people with the most (and least) free time live in these states Meredith Lepore

Feel like you have no free time? Perhaps you are living in the wrong state. Coleman Furniture conducted a survey of all 50 states to see which workers have the most free time and they came out with some rather interesting findings. Read More

How two restauranteurs prevent friction and frustration for employees Bob Sutton

They show why many small problems are essential to prevent early — especially those that are linked to other essential and interconnected tasks. Read More

Why managers should treat non-parents and parents the same Ladders Contributor

To truly create an empathetic and supportive team, managers must find ways that support the entire team regardless of their parent status. Read More

How leaders can foster a growth mindset Alaina Love

As leaders, developing a culture of learning and innovation may be the key factor that allows your organization to outdistance the competition. Read More

The body language of collaborative leaders Carol Kinsey Goman

We are especially vulnerable in our desire to be included. This is why collaborative leaders need to be aware of their body language. 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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