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Bad news: You probably aren't getting Dec. 26th off

While 97% of workplaces will offer paid time off to all or most workers on Christmas, just 36% will do the same the day after Christmas. Read More

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4 ways to use technology to get your best night's sleep

We’ve rounded up the best sleep technology that you can use when counting sheep isn’t enough to help you find that elusive good night’s sleep. Read More

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How to show compassion to coworkers having a rough holiday season

For some of us, the holiday season is not the most wonderful time of the year. Instead of tiptoeing around the subject, here’s how to show compassion. Read More

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7 toxic bosses you should avoid like the plague

Difficult bosses contaminate the workplace. Some do so obliviously, while others smugly manipulate their employees. Here’s what to do about it. Read More

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Amazon wants Alexa to be your new coworker

Do you need an executive assistant who can stay out of sight and always be ready to complete your bidding at your command? Amazon is banking on it. Read More

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Here's why someone fell asleep during your big presentation

Giving a big presentation can be daunting. Here are potential reasons why your words didn’t resonate with everyone while at the podium. Read More

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Jerks get ahead? Nope. Wrong. Absolutely wrong.

No one wants to work with a jerk, and we’ll flee to other companies to avoid them. Here’s what the science and the case studies say. Read More

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Addressing and changing the reasons for unproductive meetings

Meetings can be productive and useful. Here’s why and how. Read More

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6 management lessons from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay

Her bulleted list of tips was directed toward a colleague but her practical advice is useful for any first-time manager. 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.