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Is your boss making you sick?
The Washington Post: Having a bad boss can make your work life a misery, but it can also make you sick, both physically and mentally, researchers say. “The evidence is clear that the leadership qualities
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ASK THE EXPERTS: HOW DO I DEVELOP A THICKER SKIN AND BECOME MORE RESILIENT?
Fast Company: We’ve all heard the bad boss horror stories and the tales of toxic work environments, but what about a stressful fast-paced office where the niceties often fall by the wayside? Is developing a thicker skin just
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Depressed Employees May Benefit From Coming in to Work
Depression can have a dramatic impact on a person’s ability to work. According to statistics from the CDC, approximately 27% of people with depression reported serious difficulties in work and home life and 80% of
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WHAT WE LEARNED FROM SENDING 1,000 COLD EMAILS
Fast Company: Cold emails can be awful. And yet–we’ve formed valuable mentor relationships via cold email. As journalists, cold emails are often our only avenue for reaching important sources; in our businesses, cold emails are frequently
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Are Workplace Personality Tests Fair?
The Wall Street Journal: Workers who apply online at RadioShack Corp. must say if they agree with the statement: “Over the course of the day, I can experience many mood changes.” Lowe’s Cos. asks job seekers if they “believe that
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Preventing Worker Burnout Can Boost The Bottom Line
NPR: Burnout at work seems like a fact of life, especially with employers cutting back on leave benefits. But some companies are trying novel fixes. In addition to boosting morale, some employers say, eliminating burnout