Psychologists and economists all concurred for decades on one universal principle regarding happiness: it tracks a U-shaped curve. Humans are happy early in life, unhappy at middle age, and happy at old age. It didn’t matter whether you lived in…
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You might think professions are mysteries only insiders understand — but sometimes the most telling truths come from those right in the trenches. On Reddit’s r/AskReddit thread “What’s a secret from your profession that everyone should know?” people from all…
Do you ever take the time to consider why the brightest individuals in your world don’t mind hours, even days, of solitude? It’s not necessarily that they do not enjoy human contact or are unable to connect. Indeed research puts…
Let’s get real: warming up soggy leftovers in the work microwave is a sad lunch break. Whether you’re skipping out on office stenches or don’t have an accessible kitchen in the office, non cook lunches for work that don’t require…
Be frank, holiday gift buying for co-workers is meandering through an awkward, confusing meadow. You need to find something pleasant (but not too personal), cheap (since you’re buying for bulk, for example, 10 people), and legitimately practical (does anyone truly…
Packing for a month’s business travel can be daunting. Balancing professional clothes, personal items, and travelers’ needs is essential. Use this “how to pack for a month long work trip” list for a duration of business travel to maximize your…
There is something just special about getting one’s first paycheck. It is a symbol of independence achieved through diligence and new accountability. And for most, one of the first things that crosses one’s mind is not what they are going…
That very first check is an exciting milestone. After all the studying, practicums, or entry-level work, that first real salary is a nice reward. With it, though, comes an equally important decision: what to do with first salary. Stop and…
A job promotion is a major career achievement, one that deserves more than a celebratory email or a rushed team shout-out. Whether your friend, your colleague, or you yourself are receiving the news, celebrating the occasion in a good way…
Ready to give your corner office space a makeover and make it a space to really love spending time in? Are you working long hours in your 9-5 or starting creative projects in your home office? Your corner desk office…