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Having an integrated lifestyle, where you’re doing things you enjoy throughout most of your day, makes productivity a normal part of your life. Read More

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This study just revealed the key secret to learning effectively (and fast)John Anderer

A new study conducted at Washington State University has found that “seductive details” in lesson plans or learning initiatives usually do more harm than good. Read More

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6 ways to find joy in your work again Lindsay Tigar

There are some measures you can take to reignite your career zest. From doing some important soul-searching to set clear boundaries between work and life, take these tips from experts on how to rediscover joy in your work. Read More

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How to focus while working from home Emilie Aries

If you’re new to working from home, it might feel hard to focus and get all of your work done. But have no fear — follow these how-to tips on keeping focus. Read More

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9 ways to keep your kids busy while you try to work from home Lindsay Tigar

If you are looking for creative, effective ways to occupy your children’s attention, there are some strategies recommended by educators, authors, and other gurus. Read More

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10 ways to keep your family happy and healthy during Coronavirus isolation Jennifer L. Jacobson

Here are some ideas and practices you can start using today to make this time more manageable. Read More

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11 books you can read in self-isolation to work better from home, improve your health and stay hopeful Thomas Oppong

In self-isolation, read these 11 books to work better from home, improve your health and most of all, stay hopeful in these trying times. Read More

Health

Doing the 7-minute workout daily can actually add years to your life Meredith Lepore

The 7-minute workout consists of 12 high-intensity exercises (HIIT) where the person is only using their body weight as resistance. Like any HIIT workout, you will be alternating between 30-second to one-minute bursts of maximum energy (85% or more exertion level so you are basically working to the point where you want to die) followed by a brief 10-second rest period. Read More

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Tips from a former interrogator on how to lead a company during the COVID-19 outbreak Kyle Schnitzer

Michael Reddington, CFI, an expert forensic interviewer and the president of InQuasive, which offers businesses and leaders with the keys to communication, spoke to Ladders about how both business leaders and employees can communicate during the COVID-19 outbreak. Reddington said one of the best ways to evaluate yourself as a leader is to ask yourself, “If you’re OK, they’re OK.” … Read More

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