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Your Professional Decline Is Coming (Much) Sooner Than You Think
“It’s not true that no one needs you anymore.” These words came from an elderly woman sitting behind me on a late-night flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. The plane was dark and quiet. A man
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The Risks of Blasting Your Employer on Social Media
A study shows how much people criticize their employers and colleagues on social media, and what consequences they face when they do so.
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How to Deal With a Jerk Without Being a Jerk
A couple of years ago I was discussing a study of the habits of great musical composers when an audience member interrupted. “That’s not true!” he shouted. “You’re totally ignorant — you don’t know what
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Should You Always Strive to Work at the Most ‘Prestigious’ Places? Well …
If you want to build a successful career, you have a dilemma on where to start. Should you pick the most prestigious organization, where you’ll be a small fish in a big pond? Or should
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When Employees Feel Grateful, They’re Less Likely to Be Dishonest
Dishonesty in the workplace can be a major problem for any business. Recent estimates suggest that theft and fraud by employees reduce the profits of U.S. businesses by $50 billion annually. And to make matters
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The Meandering Path to That ‘Aha!’ Moment
A psychological study suggests that creative professionals may have their most inventive ideas when their minds are wandering.
