When I decided it was time to write this article, I started my Pomodoro Technique timer. Now, I’m locked into a 25-minute focus period that should help me write this article distraction-free — and I might even get it done faster than I thought. >>MORE: 8 Ways to Improve Your Time Management Skills While the …
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Teams, Slack, Zoom, Google Meets — there are a million and one ways to communicate in the workplace, but email remains one of the most popular forms. Whether you’re sending an important update to your team, addressing something with a client, or just forwarding your work friend something funny, email etiquette is crucial for maintaining …
Even if a company you’re applying to seems “back to normal” — five days a week in the office, in-person interviews, and maybe even traditional business attire — business etiquette has fundamentally changed since 2020. There’s no “business as usual” when a pandemic has changed how the world approaches work. We have different attitudes about …
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When you think of intelligence, do you think of it as a fixed trait — that the intellect someone is born with is all the intellect they’ll ever have? Or do you think of intelligence as something you can grow and develop if you’re willing to learn? While there may not be a definitive scientific answer …
Considering that we spend approximately 40 hours out of every week on the job (that’s over 2,000 work hours a year!), working for a company with a healthy culture is essential. It helps you perform at your best and can improve your future career prospects. But if you’ve never thought about a company having a …
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At its most basic, a certificate is proof of something. It could be that you had perfect attendance or are an excellent swimmer. And if you thought your days of earning certificates had passed, think again! Throughout your career, you’ll likely pursue all kinds of certificates. And you’ll want to make your boss, recruiters, and …
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace can feel like a buzz phrase, but in practice, it’s a way to make all employees feel supported and empowered to succeed at work. Some companies do the bare minimum and post pledges on their websites, while others do the real, challenging work and advocate for resources, programs, and …
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Eighty percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. Setting big goals can be exciting, but it’s hard to follow through when reality hits. Finding success in achieving your goals starts at the beginning of the process when you set them. That’s why using SMART goals is one of the best ways to make your …
Congratulations, you’ve got a new job! Maybe you’ve already celebrated with your friends and family, but what about your professional network? Do you know when to update LinkedIn with your new job? Is there a right — or wrong — time? Whether you’re ready to write an emoji-filled LinkedIn post or would rather hide in …
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When you think of a remote job, your mind may conjure the image of working from a beautiful location — like a cozy log cabin on a snow covered mountain or a bungalow on a peaceful beach. While those are possibilities, what is a remote job, exactly? Is it really something you can do on …
