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Science Finally Has an Explanation for Why the Clock Slows down When You Stare at It
Time flies when you're literally anywhere else but at your desk.
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16 of the Trickiest Job Interview Questions—and How to Nail Them
Practice these thoughtful answers to tough job interview questions, and you'll be sure to impress.
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You Can’t Earn Someone’s Trust Without This One Thing, According to an FBI Agent
Forget the “golden rule.” You should start following the “platinum rule,” instead.
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You Can Get Paid Just to Surf the Web in Your Free Time—Really!
Isn’t getting paid for what you do during your downtime on the weekends the ultimate dream?
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This Website Can Help You Make a Foolproof Password to Keep You Safe from Hackers
Because a combination of your graduating year, your high school mascot, and an exclamation point doesn't always cut it.
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This Is the Perfect Age to Retire, According to Science (Hint: It’s Not 65!)
A Japanese doctor says the average retirement age is completely wrong.
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We Rounded Up All the Useful Symbols You Can Make Using the Alt Key
Yes, for both Mac and PC users.
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One of the Biggest Myths About “Sounding Smart” Has Just Been Debunked
Write simply. Sound smarter.
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This Simple Email Habit Could Be Ruining Trust with Your Coworkers
Think twice before you hit that CC button.
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7 Ways to Look More Trustworthy in Professional Networking Photos
For when your LinkedIn profile pic needs an update.
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Across the board, women are significantly less likely to ask for a raise than men. Over decades of working, this...
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What Your Handshake Really Reveals About Your Personality
From too firm to too limp, and too rushed to too long, people judge a lot about you by your...
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American Businessmen Once Lobbied for a 13th Month. This Is How It Would’ve Worked.
Here us out: It actually makes a lot of sense.
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14 Social Media Moves That Could Completely Sabotage Your Career
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This Infographic Is Your Ultimate Guide to Dressing for Work
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What It Was Like to Attend the Best Secretarial School in 1960s America
As a Katharine Gibbs girl, she learned typing, shorthand and punctuation, all while wearing high heels and white gloves.
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7 Signs You’re Headed for Work Burnout
This is about way more than a couple of stressful days.
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10 Caring Ways to Support a Coworker Who Has Breast Cancer
For starters, never assume a coworker battling cancer wants to minimize her workflow.
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This Is the Single Best Excuse for Calling in Sick, According to Your Boss
A recent survey found the top 10 excuses for staying home—and what bosses actually think of them.
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Everyone Should Know the “20-Second Rule” for Breaking Bad Habits
Make nasty habits a little harder to follow, and your brain will do the rest.
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10 Hacks to Free Up Space on Your iPhone (Without Deleting Photos!)
Tired of the message, “There is not enough available storage"? Read on.
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7 Magic Phrases to Help You Nail Public Speaking
These sayings will bring your next presentation from meh to memorable.