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Here are some lessons I’ve learned during my half century on this planet. Life goes by really, really fast, but it’s better after 50. Read More

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Why making mistakes is actually good for business Ladders Contributor

Failure, mistakes, mishaps — they all play a vital role in helping employees learn and grow. Here are 4 steps to changing office culture to embrace that growth potential. Read More

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This is the best time to do anything: 4 powerful secrets Eric Barker

Dan Pink’s new book “When” provides scientifically-based insights on the best and worst use of our time, for maximum productivity. Read More

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This can be the most important day of your month Monica Torres

As the new year gets underway, many of us may be finding our ambitious resolutions hard to keep. How do we stay accountable to ourselves? … Read More

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Forget counting sheep, try this word game to fall asleep Monica Torres

if you still can’t sleep after counting sheep, try this sleep trick backed by cognitive science on how to purposefully scramble your thoughts using a word game until you can fall asleep. Read More

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5 ways to take a work break — and none include your phone Nir Eyal

The next time you need to take a break at work, choose an activity that is restorative so you feel refreshed and more prepared to tackle the rest of your day. Here are the top nine. Read More

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10 ways to turn yourself into a productivity dynamo Eric Barker

You’re only productive at work three days out of the week. How can you improve that? Here are 10 easy ways that could change your life. Read More

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How to take a think week (or day) like Bill Gates Monica Torres

To recharge our tired minds and come back stronger than our competition, we need to leave the regular routine and distractions within our office. Here’s how Bill Gates does it. Read More

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4 anti-resolutions that you can actually keep in 2018 Monica Torres

To address your bad old habits, consider pledging your allegiance to anti-resolutions this year. Here’s a list of easy ones you can follow in 2018 to have a more productive, fulfilling career. Read More

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