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A complete guide to wearing a Halloween costume in the office, according to HR experts Kyle Schnitzer

A survey by Halloween Costumes found that one in seven adults said they feel comfortable wearing a sexy costume to a Halloween work event. That seems oddly high being that celebrating Halloween at the office seems like a trap due to the thin line between appropriate and inappropriate. Read More

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This is the number of times you’ve said you need a vacation from work this week Kyle Schnitzer

The survey found that the average Americans say they need a vacation three times a week, totally to more than 10 times in a month. Read More

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According to these real women, the Ernst & Young sexist training fiasco is a common reality Lindsay Tigar

In a climate where professionals are working tirelessly for equality and justice between the sexes, the Ernst & Young fiasco set off a worldwide response. Read More

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Bosses face more discrimination if they are women – from employees of any gender Martin Abel

Criticism by a woman led to a larger reduction in job satisfaction than criticism by a man. This has important implications for the success of women. Read More

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Study finds banning work email access after hours might be even more stressful for workers Kyle Schnitzer

The study found that companies that impose an email ban after office hours might think they’ve done good but employees could be even more stressed. Read More

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A look at content licensing company Getty Images (plus how to get hired)Jennifer Fabiano

Take a look at content licensing company Getty Images, including the CEO’s advice on how to get hired, its core principles, and its new hiring initiative. Read More

Health

The last strand: This study says working long hours could lead to major hair loss Kyle Schnitzer

So what’s the reason behind possible hair loss? With longer hours and more concentrated focus on work, the main culprit for hair loss is… stress. Read More

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These are 4 of the most effective office designs in the US CW Headley

The “average” office space is hard to describe. Many offices are still traditional, with business dress code, standard hours, and set desk spaces. Read More

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6 body language tips you should use every day at the office Meredith Lepore

Here are a few out of the body non-verbal language cues to help you come across more confident and as a better leader. Start now! … Read More

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