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This is exactly what people are thinking when you use your phone at a meeting Jennifer Fabiano

A new study showed that those who use cellphones during meetings are seen to be less competent and effective workers, unless their boss says to do so. Read More

Advice

I followed Marie Kondo’s spark joy method for a week and this is what happened Kaitlyn McInnis

Here’s exactly what went down when I put Marie Kondo’s spark joy method to work for a week—and why her methodology may just be the key to living happier. Read More

Health

This age group is coping with the pandemic way better than others John Anderer

Older adults largely haven’t had to worry about pandemic-related work or employment issues, due to most being well into retirement by now. Read More

Health

If you drink this type of coffee, you are probably more productive Kyle Schnitzer

for those looking to get a little more out of their cup of coffee each morning, a new study says it depends on what type of caffeine is in your drink. Read More

Health

This is the super weird but accurate label for why you won’t go to bed right now CW Headley

The medical community essentially defines the condition as failing to go to sleep at an intended time, even though there are no external circumstances preventing one from doing so. Read More

Health

This expert says lunch is the most important meal now and here’s why Jennifer Fabiano

A clinical nutritionist dishes on why you need to focus on lunch while working remotely to increase both productivity and energy and reduce stress. Read More

Personal Finance

Turns out working from home during COVID-19 is more expensive than the office Kyle Schnitzer

While the COVID-19 shutdown may have slashed a few dollars in your morning commute or paused your daily latte addiction, a new report found that the coronavirus pandemic has Americans spending more at home than pre-pandemic times. Read More

How To

10 game-changing tips for networking that will make you more successful immediately Ashley Jones

Maybe you’re inherently shy, or perhaps you just never quite mastered exactly what to say when you first meet someone. These tips can help. Then, not only can you network to help land your dream job, but you can and create lasting connections that can help you get a leg up on your career path. Read More

How To

Steve Jobs once did this for 20 seconds and it became a legendary power move CW Headley

In this exploration of human kinetic techniques, we’re going to explore the utility of silence. When well placed, periods of silence can be used to gauge a recipient’s intentions while concurrently advertising authority on behalf of the initiator. 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.