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7 bad habits that are holding you back at work Ladders Contributor

It really sucks to admit this, but a lot of the time, the only thing holding us back from the career success we really desire is ourselves. Read More

6 maternity leave myths people NEED to stop spreading Ladders Contributor

You are not required to work during your maternity leave to allow for time to bond with your baby and physically recover from giving birth. Read More

Unable to take a compliment? Here’s why …Ladan Nikravan Hayes

We spend so much time putting ourselves down that when someone suddenly expresses an opinion that differs from our own, we’re vulnerable and suspicious. Read More

Study: People do not forget the sting of you not remembering them Monica Torres

“What’s your name again? Sorry, I don’t remember meeting!” When a colleague makes it clear that they do not remember us, we may outwardly say that we are totally perfectly fine with it, but inside, we are reeling from the blow. We do not forget the sting of being forgettable, a new study on “the psychological impact … Read More

A standing desk might not be the solution to your desk job health problems Isabella Broggini

It turns out that you might be overestimating the health benefits of your standing desk. It does not solve all your problems. Read More

This SNL skit pokes fun at the horrors of networking Monica Torres

“Can I pick your brain?” is a seemingly innocent request, but it is a vague request that puts the burden on the recipient to figure out what exactly you are asking. Read More

4 things to do when you oversleep before work Jane Burnett

Remember to stay calm— you’ll make it to work eventually. Focusing on what you can actually control can come in handy. Read More

How a Google expert manages his Gmail account Jaclyn Schiff

Email notifications are the enemy of productivity. But in some cases, alerts can be useful — and even provide peace of mind. Read More

The apps these 15 entrepreneurs can’t live without Lindsay Tigar

Every trailblazer takes the digital concept of productivity differently, but all have certain apps they’d never go a morning or evening without clicking on. Read More

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