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Productivity
This study says that a 5-hour workday is optimal — here’s how to do it right

What if we said that the 8-hour workday could no longer be the go-to? According to a new study, a 5-hour workday is optimal. Here is how to do it. Read More

Productivity
9 stupid rules that make great people quit

It’s tough to hold on to good employees, but it shouldn’t be. Most of the mistakes that companies make are easily avoided. Read More

Productivity
Jeff Bezos timeline: From niche bookseller to online shopping magnate to world’s richest man

With the news of Bezos stepping down from Amazon as CEO this year, what’s next for the entrepreneur? Nothing less ambitious, that’s for sure. Here’s a timeline of Bezos rising up the ranks of the wealthiest and now shooting for the stars with his next venture. Read More

Pop Culture
Surprise: videos-game players have an edge in the office

Whether it’s Super Smash Bros or the pandemic-favorite “Animal Crossing,” a new study found that playing video games can help people reach the next level in their careers. Read More

Productivity
Do these 3 things once a month to boost your job satisfaction and productivity

Who doesn’t want to boost their productivity? We know we do — do these 3 things once a month for lasting job satisfaction and productive habits. Read More

Productivity
The 9 worst mistakes you can make at work

Beware the behaviors that will sink you at work. If you don’t pay close attention you may just be guilty of one — or all nine — of them. Read More

Productivity
5 surefire signs you’re too burnt out at your job

Every job has some stress — it’s a part of life. But if your job feels overwhelmingly stressful, it may be a sign of burnout. Read More

Productivity
5 habits of people who never get ahead at work

Here are five habits of people who can’t seem to get ahead at work. What are they doing wrong? … Read More

Productivity
Treat yourself like a CEO and you’ll make 10x more income

If you think your time is worth a few bucks an hour, that you’ll begin to act like it. You’ll find yourself saying “yes” to pointless obligations. 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.