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The Perils of Giving Advice
The Wall Street Journal: I know what you should do and here’s my advice. How many times have you heard that (and groaned)? Advice giving, especially unsolicited, is tricky. Being on the receiving end can
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How to Be a Better Boss
Scientific American: I took on my first “boss” role a couple of years ago while overseeing a tiny cadre of junior-level editors at a national women’s magazine. The media industry isn’t exactly known for having
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Why There’s a Sassy Wombat on Your Phone
The Wall Street Journal: Text messages just don’t convey thoughts and emotions well enough for 2013. When Tanya Sichynsky wants to tell friends she’s tired, the 19-year-old University of Georgia student doesn’t text anymore. She
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Apes, toddler show that language may have evolved from gestures
Los Angeles Times: What do a chimpanzee, a bonobo and a toddler all have in common? They all use gestures to communicate. By studying hours of video of a female chimp named Panpanzee, a female
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Smile: You Are About to Lose
Scientific American: The posed stare-down is a staple of the pre-fight ritual. Two fighters, one day removed from attempting to beat the memories from each other, stand impossibly close, raise their clenched fists and fix
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Tact, Tone And Timing: The Power Of Apology
NPR: An effective apology involves a delicate balance between tact, tone and timing. In high-stakes settings, when jobs and reputations are on the line, it can be even harder. The significance of an apology can
