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3 ways to move forward when you get caught gossiping about a colleague

Getting caught gossiping about a coworker in a conference room, in the hallway or outside your office can make for a pretty sticky situation. Here’s how to move forward when you’ve badmouthed someone at work and they know about it. Read More

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Is accepting a big promotion always a good thing?

Promotions are usually a sign that something’s going right for you at work, but they aren’t for the faint of heart — the impact a promotion can have on your life should be taken very seriously. Here’s how to tell if one is right for you. Read More

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Microsoft’s CEO on the power of being a learn-it-all

“The person who has less, but is a learn-it-all, will ultimately [become] better.” … Read More

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How to deal with a crying coworker or employee

How do you let a coworker who is crying at work know they aren’t being ignored without encroaching on their personal space? Here are a few tips to consider, depending on the situation. Read More

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4 secrets to easily make your relationships awesome

But what makes them work? What makes them fail? What’s the essential building block of a relationship? Why do some spark and others fade? You might have a theory or two but I don’t think we know what really keeps love, friendship, and family going. Read More

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How to deal with that bossy coworker who acts like your supervisor

Know-it-all coworkers are one thing, but ones who act like they’re your actual manager are a completely different beast. Here’s how to keep them from controlling your workday. Read More

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Survey: Talkative coworkers are the biggest office 'distraction'

While open office spaces can have perils all their own, you don’t necessarily have to work in one to get distracted at work. Read More

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Why being the backup person at work isn’t such a bad idea after all

There is something to be said for not being the top dog at work. Here are some reasons to celebrate being the backup. Read More

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What do you do when your boss, supervisor or work wife gets fired?

What happens if the person you spend most of your days with and confide in at work ends up getting the ax? Here are some tips to help get you through the loss of your boss, work wife or supervisor. 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.