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The glaring truth behind appreciation in the office

Whether it’s surprising workers with an unexpected day off or giving them a small gift, employers should pay attention to their workers, especially since more than half of workers don’t feel they receive the same appreciation as clients get, according to a new study. Read More

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SimplyHired says you need a work wife

Do you have a workwife or workhusband? If not, SimplyHired says you should. The term — now popular among offices — is rising in popularity. Read More

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These are the biggest pet peeves in the office today

A new study by Zety surveyed more than 1,000 Americans to find out the truth behind office pet peeves. For the study, researchers asked participants about how often each scenario (below) happens at work and how angry it makes them. They created a “tilt factor,” which essentially was a measure used to calculate how annoying and how common each instance is inside an office. Read More

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PTO in 2020: Here’s everything you need to know about this benefit

Between accruing PTO days, unlimited paid time off, and vacation days, find out the answers to all your questions about PTO in 2020. Read More

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Laughter is the sign of a strong team — and a trustworthy leader

Evidence suggests that laughter builds trust, forges bonds among colleagues, helps us cope with stress, and inspires creativity and problem-solving. Read More

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5 good reasons why more people feel lonely and isolated at work

More and more people are feeling lonely and isolated at work. But why? Here are 5 good reasons why people are now experiencing such a shift, here. Read More

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This is what people are really thinking when you have a messy desk

The problem with a messy desk is the message it sends out to the other people working in an office. Researchers say that when coworkers see a jumbled workspace, they’re quick to assume its owner is neurotic, confrontational, and probably just not a nice person to be around. Read More

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Business casual for men: The complete dress guide (and other essential tips)

Let’s dive into what does, and doesn’t, work when it comes to dressing business casual for your latest and greatest job. Read More

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This type of coworker may be worse than a narcissist

Researchers from The Australian National University wanted to determine why Machiavellianism stands alone as the only antagonistic trait that enjoys positive associations in business, literature and social exchanges. 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.