Work
Common work questions demystified for the 9-to-5 set and beyond. Understand the ins-and-outs of the working world, whether you need help getting hired, changing careers, or anything else that crops up in your 40-hour work week.
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Use the ‘Yesterbox’ Method to Stay on Top of Your Inbox
Turn your never-ending to-do list into a finite one.
The Best Ways to Improve Your Relationship With a Job You Hate
You may not be able to quit your job, but you can approach it with a new mindset.
What to Do When a Coworker Keeps Undermining You
Ask someone to help you validate and try to understand where its coming from.
Avoid Using These Passive-Aggressive Phrases in Your Work Emails
It may be tempting, but when in doubt, leave them out.
Biden's Proposed Rule Could Increase Your Paycheck
You may be one of 3.6 million workers eligible for overtime pay under this rule.
You Can Make Real Money Participating in Clinical Trials, If You Dare
If you don’t mind being poked and prodded, you might consider this side hustle.
Avoid These Phrases That Make You Sound Inexperienced at Work
Don't give people a reason not to take you seriously.
Do These Things Before You Quit Your Job
Don't be caught off-guard when it’s time to leave the job you hate.
The Most Effective Ways to Deal With Entitled Coworkers
How to get through to people who think everything is owed to them.
What Your Boredom at Work Is Actually Telling You
Boredom can feel unpleasant, but it's trying to tell you something.
How to Get All-Star Status on LinkedIn
Achieving all-star status—and adding keywords to your bio—are among the best ways to stand out to recruiters on LinkedIn.
Look for These Red Flags Before Accepting a Job Offer
Before you take a job, make sure the company is a good fit for you (or any human).
Use 'Kaizen' for a Better Workflow
Keeping the kaizen principles in mind as you work can help you constantly improve.
Here’s What Happens When You Use AI for Professional Headshots
If you need a professional headshot, AI can save you a lot of money (before it takes your job).
You Need to Know Where You Fall on the Happy-Productive Worker Scale
Think that productivity and happiness are two sides of the same coin? Think again.
Use the 'Action Method' to Get More Done
This method is all about turning your to-do list into a list of projects that connect to larger goals.
Prioritize Your To-Do's With the ABC Method
Determine your priorities easily with a few quick letter grades.
When to Snitch on a Coworker (and When Not To)
Try to have a direct conversation first, then gather your facts and work directly with your boss.
The Best Books to Help You Find Work-Life Balance
These books can help you stop overworking and find fulfillment when you are.
What to Do When You're Accused of Writing With AI
Here's how to defend yourself if one AI program claims you used another AI program.