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Productivity
Why we need more inefficiency

Don’t get me wrong: Efficiency has brought tremendous value to our lives. I’m not about to give up Spotify, Amazon Prime, Lyft, or numerous other services. Read More

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3 types of stories every leader should master

My hope is that they inspire readers to dig deeper into this topic and to identify and cultivate potential stories that can help you accomplish important objectives. Read More

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How a productivity purge can help you build an efficient daily schedule

For best results, schedule your day around your energy. Observe your energy patterns, and work on high-value tasks when you are most active. Read More

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These 20 pictures will teach you more than reading 100 books

If you’re committed to living your life to the highest possible level, the following 20 images will inspire within you a deeper commitment. Read More

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Bill Gates doesn’t recommend his method of getting ahead: “Most people wouldn’t enjoy it”

“I never took a day off in my twenties. Not one,”  Bill Gates, the tech billionaire said at a conference recently. Is this an effective method for success? … Read More

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These 6 unhealthy habits are the biggest productivity killers

While there are definitely some good work habits to have that’ll help you feel energized and accomplished, there are also bad habits that have been scientifically proven to sabotage your productivity. Read More

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10 things you need on your desk for a happier work day

For me, a non-negotiable end of workday ritual is to tidy my desk so it looks the same as when I arrived. This brings the workday full circle. Read More

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Riding the Canadian rails: 2 experiences on different tracks

The Rocky Mountaineer is a seasonal train (April – October) that adheres to a partial schedule for a simple reason – to maximize daylight. Read More

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The importance of teamwork (as proven by science)

Over the past few years, you’ve probably noticed people talking a lot more about the importance of teamwork and collaboration. 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.