Career Advice & Insights

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Productivity
How to get into the zone (and be more productive)

Most of us have experienced this burst of intense focus at some point. In addition to getting quality work done quickly, it gives us a feeling of enjoyment. Read More

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New study finds that happy workers are exactly this much more productive

A strong link has been found between happiness and increased productivity in workers, according to a new study from the University of Oxford. Read More

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11 apps that will help you reduce your screen time

Say goodbye to the addicting games, text messages and Instagram Stories and hello to these 11 apps that’ll help you reduce your daily screen time. Read More

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How this COO makes time to work out every morning

There’s so much happening with our business and looking into the future, there’s so much coming down the pipeline. This is how we manage our time. Read More

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The Rustout Issue: Why we tend to stagnate

Rather than thinking big, think different. Thinking big is paralyzing because it’s hard to translate thoughts into actions. Read More

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This morning routine will save you 20+ hours per week

When you’re listening to a song on repeat, you tend to dissolve into the song, which blocks out mind wandering (let your mind wander). Read More

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How to succeed in your hobbies outside of work

“A high commitment approach to hobbies can help us to build skills and experiences that improve our confidence in the workplace, so it is beneficial.” … Read More

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Why developing grit is the best thing you can do for your career and your team

There’s a new trait rising in the ranks of what makes a person successful – grit. The gritty individual approaches achievement as a marathon. Read More

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3-step burnout prevention plan

The best way to avoid it in the future is a combination of compassion and tough love. Give yourself empathy for what you’re feeling. 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.