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Productivity
10 ways to increase your productivity

The more you prepare ahead of time, and get clear on exactly what it is you want, need, or should do, the easier and faster you will move once you start. Read More

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I threw out my TV – Here’s what happened next

We both enjoy TV but agreed there were other ways we’d prefer to spend our time. We’re the first to admit watching TV at the end of the day is appealing. Read More

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It turns out being a night owl doesn’t affect productivity

After analyzing the GMA scores of MBA students, researchers found them to be much higher in both men and women that went to bed later and arose later. Read More

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Why thinking negatively about your career and life can pay off

Can thinking negatively actually end up making you more successful? An inside look at the power of pessimistic thinking and the outcomes. Read More

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Your secret passion gig is hurting your performance at your real job

“Calling” is defined as an actual second paid job, in addition to one’s first (primary) job, that is a “consuming, meaningful passion.” … Read More

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Sorry John and Sarah, but you’re probably the most annoying people in the office

Olivet Nazarene University surveyed 2,000 workers about what annoyed them at work, and what annoyed them was … their coworkers. Read More

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You may want to think twice about listening to music when you tackle a project

Researchers tested three different kinds of music, and none of them were good news for workers who want to get their creative juices flowing. Read More

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How a young Bill Gates avoided burnout

The interviewer asks Gates if he worries about burning out by the time he’s 30. Without hesitation, Gates says, “No.” Is it as simple as that for Gates? … Read More

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The strangest way I ever improved myself

It was definitely strange and I definitely improved. I imprisoned words in my head and it triggered a cascade of changes. 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.