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8 most sought after good habits (and how to achieve them)Thomas Oppong

Most improvements you make in one area of your life will have a positive impact on another area. So where is a good place to start? … Read More

This habit you thought was totally normal could mean you are a narcissist Kyle Schnitzer

Whether it’s a snap from a recent lavish trip abroad or just letting your social following know you went to the gym this morning, the study, published in Computers in Human Behavior, wanted to find the link between selfies and narcissism, which is a personality disorder that can create an inflated sense of self-importance within a person. Read More

Here’s the scientific reason every job should offer free coffee all day Bill Murphy Jr.

Now a new study suggests the greatest benefit of all: Drinking more coffee leads to less chance of dying, period. Read More

The amount of money the Super Bowl is going to cost businesses is shocking Kyle Schnitzer

After football fans slugged their way back (or even skipped) work last year costing businesses to lose nearly a half-billion dollars in productivity, it’s expected that the losses will rise well north of the number in 2019. Read More

12 executives who get up before 6 am on how to become a morning person Lindsay Tigar

If you’ve always wanted to be part of the crew that watches the sunrise, you’re in luck. We have some killer strategies from executives who rise as early as 3 am, every damn morning. Here, their words of wisdom. Read More

Why inbox zero isn’t always the best solution Christy Burton

There are a few ways you can mentally train yourself to stop seeing an overflowing inbox as something “bad.” … Read More

The 8 best timers for the office on Amazon Lindsay Tigar

From gorgeous and modern designs for your office or desk to traditional, classic pieces, consider these eight finds. Best of all? They’re all on Amazon, and can arrive to your door ASAP. Read More

How to navigate work on the dreaded Monday after the Super Bowl Kyle Schnitzer

Perhaps maybe someone had too many drinks, gambled too much, or their team lost, either way — the Monday following the Super Bowl can be a headache for both employees and employers. Read More

How to use a 10-minute timer in your career to be more productive Lindsay Tigar

As career expert for TopResume Amanda Augustine explains, a 10-minute timer prevents us from going on the many, many rabbit holes professionals wander down. Read More

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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

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The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

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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.