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Productivity
This Periodic Table illustrates how we interact with each element

“The Periodic Table of Elements, in Pictures” places the elements in our everyday lives. Read More

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If you are reading to acquire knowledge, learn to read analytically

Analytical reading improves critical thinking … Read More

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How a shy, Star-Trek loving software engineer became Fortune’s best networker

3 practical tips that boosted Adam Rifkin’s connectivity … Read More

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5 ways to counter discontent before 9 AM

Over the last few years, I have experimented with different ways to counter my morning discontent. Here’s what works best. Read More

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What is Parkinson’s Law and why is it sabotaging your productivity?

Here’s why a 3-minute task could take an entire day under the right conditions. Read More

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Elon Musk’s design process starts with making things ‘less dumb’

As with most things he does, his advice is not something you will read in any business school textbook. Read More

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Increase your productivity by finding meaningful work

Do you really want to increase your productivity in your work and in your life? The secret is this: finding meaningful work. Read More

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Using these 6 power words in a follow-up email improves your chances of getting an offer

If you haven’t heard anything after a few days, consider following up with the hiring manager. But, be careful not to be pushy. Read More

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How to dramatically increase your productivity

In order to get to modifying the process, we first must change our habit. We must try something new when what we’ve trusted is not working. 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.