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Ghosts, bat attacks and (lack of) socks: The 20 most outrageous excuses for being late to work

The old ‘My house is haunted!’ excuse has apparently been used to get out of work. Skinny jeans, bat attacks and no dry socks were also used. Read More

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7 style choices that are keeping you from being seen as a leader

If you have a goal of moving up and being seen as a leader, considering your wardrobe choices can play a hand in helping you rise. Read More

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This is how long you need to be alone to reset your overstimulated brain

Next time you get overwhelmed, turn off your phone and walk away from your chatty colleagues. Be alone and reset your brain. It’s just what you need. Read More

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11 signs you are working with a psychopath

Do you have a “Gone Girl” in your office? There are some things you can definitely watch out for when it comes to identifying a psychopath at work. Read More

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If you live in California, you probably have this office plant

With Millennials increasing plant sales by 50% in the U.S. you can bet there are a bunch in your office but it depends on which state you work in. Read More

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5 better responses than ‘I’m sorry’ next time you have to apologize

Here’s the deal: When you have something to apologize for, you should. But don’t throw around those words without giving it thought. Read More

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9 signs you're successful even if it doesn't feel like it

If you ever worry that you’re not as successful as you should be, you may be evaluating yourself against the wrong criteria. Read More

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What actually makes for a great office culture — according to 4 founders who’ve created exactly that

How can you go about fostering one? Is it simply a matter of fitting your office with ping pong tables and giving your employees lots of vacation? … Read More

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5 ways to get your mojo back after work sucks it dry

Celebrate your accomplishments. 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.