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If you don’t have time to help a coworker, use this script

It’s not always feasible for coworkers to be leaning on each other for support—and it can be tough to let down a colleague who is looking to you for advice … Read More

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Don’t be ‘nice’ to your coworker — It can backfire

People’s views on empathy are more complicated than we probably imagine, and your company’s policies might be caught in the crosshairs. Read More

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If your coworker is making more than you, here’s how to take action

So you have followed all the steps above, and at this point, hopefully, you’re now full of joy because you were told you would get a raise… … Read More

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The do’s and don’ts of holiday party etiquette (even virtual ones)

The 2020 version of what a holiday party is has a whole new meaning thanks to COVID however there are still several rules in play that one should do to make it through the night. Read More

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This is all the ways the pandemic is hurting women’s careers

Women in the workplace face unique, challenging obstacles. During the COVID-19 pandemic, these obstacles are only being pronounced further. Read More

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5 convincing words to use in your virtual meetings

The best public speakers know how to effectively communicate approval and disapproval to keep the conversation focused and positive. Read More

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5 major faux pas you need to avoid in virtual meetings

The year 2020 has gone from us all “Having our 20-20 vision,” and this being “My decade” to all of us impatiently waiting for 2021. Read More

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8 signs you don’t actually know what your coworkers think of you

Surprise, surprise: you may not really know what your coworkers think of you. These are the 8 signs that you don’t, and what to make of them, here. Read More

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10 home office upgrades for a happy home office

With everyone working from home, it’s natural to want to spruce up your space. Use these 10 upgrade ideas to cheer up your home office. 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.