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Buying a house is probably one of the biggest purchases we will ever make in life. It’s a huge commitment (hello, 30-year mortgage), can cost a lot of money (a 20% down payment is some serious cash) and, if something goes wrong, there’s no landlord to call for help. No wonder Millennials aren’t buying homes. Plus, beyond paying … Read More

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The body language of collaborative leaders Carol Kinsey Goman

We are especially vulnerable in our desire to be included. This is why collaborative leaders need to be aware of their body language. Read More

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Why your mind likes to ask lazy questions Gustavo Razzetti

Your brain is lazy by default. It likes to ask suboptimal questions — your mind wants an easy answer, not to uncover breakthrough solutions. Read More

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Are you hiding behind your work?Rachel Weingarten

Take credit for being a genius. Modesty is a virtue, or so they say. Modesty in the workplace is another thing entirely – here’s why. Read More

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Why you should let your children fail more often Ozan Varol

You have the best of intentions, but resist that natural parental instinct. By shielding children from failure, we’re doing them a serious disservice. Read More

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4 strategies to help make the most of your time Ladders Contributor

The truth is, time wasted is time you can never get back. But making the most of your time can be challenging. Here are four strategies that will help. Read More

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Forget happiness, focus on unhappiness Zat Rana

Though a concrete strategy for happiness is almost impossible to identify, If we can target unhappiness, we can better guide ourselves to be happier. Read More

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Tell me what you say 'yes' to, and I’ll tell you who you are Benjamin P. Hardy

“The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything.” — Warren Buffett … Read More

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6 signs you're being taken advantage of Lindsay Tigar

If someone is continuously taking advantage of you, then they aren’t showing you the respect that is due and owing to you. Read More

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