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It looks like science is telling us that believing in luck might not only be the best way to be deluded, it might also be the key to a better life. Read More

Productivity

Be more successful: New Harvard research reveals a fun way to do it Eric Barker

We all want to be more successful. But everything you read probably sounds like a lot of work. Isn’t there a method that’s a little more fun? There is. Read More

Productivity

4 easy tricks that will make you productive Eric Barker

You may need to trick yourself, fool yourself, or persuade yourself in order to be productive. Here’s how to do it right. Read More

Productivity

Morning ritual: The 7 steps that will make you happy all day Eric Barker

We read a lot about this or that morning ritual that will make you productive. But what about one that makes you happy? Here’s what you need to know. Read More

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Why parents can’t make their kids successful Patrick A. Coleman

Woj’s daughters may have tremendous merits, but they didn’t succeed because we live in a meritocratic society. That is a very large conclusion to jump to. Read More

Productivity

How can you make your weekends more awesome?Eric Barker

The things we frequently choose to reduce stress on weekends are often the least effective. Here’s what works better. Read More

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Most productive people: 6 things they do every day Eric Barker

Once you are more productive, you’ll have a lot more hours to fill. So why not use them to make others and yourself happier? … Read More

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Here's why introverts pass up leadership opportunities at work Jane Burnett

Does your introversion hold you back from going for it at work sometimes? As it turns out, science may know why introverts often fail to emerge as leaders. Read More

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Here's the crucial lesson Steve Jobs taught Apple's Jony Ive about focus Monica Torres

According to the advice Steve Jobs gave Jony Ive, to organize your life, you’ll need to prioritize what matters to you and clear away the clutter. Read More

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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

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7 things you should never ask your boss

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