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They say you spend over a third of your life working, so you might as well love what you do. Whether you are loving every second of work, searching for a new career, or just trying to make the workday a little more bearable—Reader’s Digest is here with the tips, tools, and strategies to help you get to work.

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16 Things Your Boss Wishes You’d Stop Wearing to Work

You won't be getting a promotion in any of these outfits. Learn which surprising pieces are killing your credibility in...


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How to Get Cast as Movie Extra

Get ready for your (small) big-screen debut.


24 Things You’ve Been Saying Wrong This Whole Time

It's hard to remember those confusing grammar rules you learned all the way back in grade school. So we rounded...


9 Signs You’re in the Wrong Career—and How to Find Work You Love

Some three-quarters of employees would jump at another offer. Here's how to know if your career is screaming for change—and...


16 Signs Your Boss Actually Hates You (and What to Do About It)

It's not you, it's me. Or maybe it is you. Help!


8 Weird Jobs You Won’t Believe Actually Existed

A throwback to the jobs of the good—yet strange—ol’ days.


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20 Things Happy Couples Do After Work

Nothing says "I love you" like cleaning out the dishwasher! (Seriously.)


13 Social Media Posts That Could Get You Fired

The golden rule these days is to think before you tweet. Follow these rules to avoid learning this lesson—and

9 Clear Signs You Can’t Trust Your Boss

Working for an employer you respect and trust is essential for your health, happiness, and success in the office. These...


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14 Everyday Habits That Could Be Derailing Your Career

You get your work done and you're good at it, but if you're guilty of any of these habits, you...


9 Financial Planning Terms You Should Know by the Time You’re 40

If you haven't started thinking about your financial and retirement future and your 40th birthday is creeping up, it's time...


13 Funny Retirement Quotes to Celebrate the Milestone

To welcome your pal or loved one to the golden years, consider these funny retirement quotes to articulate your sentiment


16 Mind-Blowing Facts About Money That Will Make Your Jaw Drop

Harriet Tubman will soon replace Andrew Jackson as the face of the $20 bill, becoming the first woman in more...


14 Best Jobs Where You Can Be Your Own Boss

You'd be surprised what skills you can use to become self-employed today—you may not even need a college degree.


8 People Reveal Their Most Embarrassing Email Mistake Ever

An estimated 205 billion emails are sent every single day. With so many opportunities to put the wrong email address...


14 Subtle Signs You’re Being Taken for Granted—and What to Do About It

Being helpful is a good trait ... but some people will take advantage of your willingness to assist. Here's how...


17 Things Your Desk Says About Your Personality

What secrets about yourself are you inadvertently broadcasting to your coworkers? Here's why you should ditch the motivational posters and...

14 Secret Signs You Might Be Getting Fired

HR pros reveal how to avoid getting a pink slip, how to know when it’s coming, and what to do...


46 Simple Tips to Help Improve Your Business in Just One Day

These simple changes could make a world of a difference. Get advice and inspiration on how to start or grow...


10 Phrases That Make You Sound Like a CEO

Step up your work presence by decoding these common business phrases CEOs and other higher-ups like to use.


12 LinkedIn Mistakes That Can Cost You the Job

In today’s tech-savvy world, your LinkedIn profile needs to be sharp, crisp, and impressive to both potential employers and colleagues....


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24 Things Restaurant Owners Wish They Could Tell You

Restaurant owners are in charge of quite a bit when it comes to owning a restaurant.


9 Signs Your Boss Is a Micromanager—and How to Handle Them

Nobody likes being micromanaged, but one too many bosses are guilty of the unfavorable management style. If yours is one...

10 Strict Grammar Rules It’s Probably Safe to Ignore

Grammar freaks often freak out about “broken rules.” But most of these examples are simply indicators of a living language...


12 of the Weirdest Jobs You Didn’t Know You Could Apply For

While some children grow up wanting to be doctors or firefighters, others might want to opt for something a little...


The 10 Best Careers to Pursue Right Now

Job listing site Monster.com tapped into hiring patterns over the past six months to give us a taste of what's...


4 Ways to Respond to the Question “Why Should We Hire You?”

There's a fine line between selling yourself too hard and not hard enough. We asked career experts the best way...


15 Pet Peeves Every Victoria’s Secret Employee Has

You won't believe what we've found in the dressing room.


This is Why the Letters on a Computer Keyboard Aren’t in Alphabetical Order

ABCDEFG seems to make a lot more sense than QWERTY. This is why designers went with the latter.