Career Advice & Insights

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Office politics can be a tricky affair. It’s easy to say the wrong thing when you’re under stress or you feel you’ve been treated unfairly. Read More

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Checking email constantly is making bosses bad at being the boss Sheila McClear

Researchers showed that the high volume of email that managers receive places a heavy load on their mission and prevent them from achieving higher goals. Read More

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It’s okay to skip the office happy hour Ladders Contributor

Something like happy hour or an outing with coworkers can sometimes complicate relationships or put pressure on people where they don’t feel comfortable. Read More

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2 lessons for everyone who wants a long, happy career Darius Foroux

Think about why you’re working in the first place. These two lessons are true for every person who wants a long, happy, and satisfying career. Read More

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A candid discussion about hugging in the workplace Paul White

In the case of hugging, the recipient gets to define what’s best for them. Hugging is not for everyone and it can make some people extremely uncomfortable. Read More

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Data show how American mothers balance work and family Ladders Contributor

Research shows that American mothers combine work and family in diverse ways, depending upon their preferences for work, their ability to maintain employment and their need to provide financially for their families. Read More

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What the Yankees’ injury-depleted roster would look like in the office Kyle Schnitzer

Ever want to know how the Yankees’ less-than-ideal lineup would look like in an office setting? Let’s have a look at the rundown. Read More

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This iconic (and tiny) fashion trend will be all over your office this summer Sheila McClear

Miniskirts are coming back in a big – rather, little – way this spring and summer, the Guardian reported, with retailers already upping their orders. Read More

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What’s the best way to guarantee a productive work environment? Work with people who do this Nicolas Cole

There is something to be said for learning to work effectively with all sorts of different people, because the truth is we feed off each other’s energy. Read More

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