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Some workers feel like they’ll need to add to their arsenal of skills to keep up at work in the future. Here’s what they want to learn. Read More

Job Search

Survey: Recruiters want 'rockstars' and 'ninjas' for jobs Monica Torres

Nowadays, it’s not enough to just be an employee with ordinary human skills. Recruiters are requesting rockstars, gurus, wizards, and ninjas in their job listings, according to a recent survey. Read More

The Future of Work

9 ways to make your cold emails more successful Rachel Weingarten

The perfect letter of introduction is hard to come by, and even harder to write. Why it’s important to craft one and what to include or leave out. Read More

Productivity

4 ways to be productive this holiday week Jane Burnett

Here’s how to get work done if you’re at work during this festive season, but most of your colleagues aren’t. Just follow these tips. Read More

Office Life

Here's how to find out what your coworkers really think about you Monica Torres

Too many of us are operating under the illusion that our coworkers see us as we see ourselves. The only way to stop these surprises is to gather feedback. Read More

Office Life

5 ways to create a private oasis in public spaces Rachel Weingarten

In the age of co-working spaces, how can you hold onto a semblance of privacy when you’re surrounded by noise and distractions? … Read More

Office Life

What can you accomplish in a five-minute meeting?Rachel Weingarten

Trying to cut the bloat from meetings might lead to more effective time management and less wasted time during your day. Here are four steps to try. Read More

Office Life

8 lessons you'll learn if you quit your job to travel Lindsay Tigar

Eight digital nomads share what they learned from quitting their jobs to travel the globe — and how it might be a possibility for you, too. Read More

Office Life

4 ways to get back on your manager's good side again Jane Burnett

After a misunderstanding with your boss, here’s how to make your actions speak for you when you need to get back on your manager’s good side. Read More

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