Work & Career

They say you spend over a third of your life working, so you might as well love what you do. Whether you are loving every second of work, searching for a new career, or just trying to make the workday a little more bearable—Reader’s Digest is here with the tips, tools, and strategies to help you get to work.

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How to Earn More Money, According to Your Zodiac Sign

In uncertain times, it can't hurt to have more coin! Your zodiac sign's money horoscope can guide you to your cash cow.

20 Funniest Back-to-Work Memes That Are All Too Relatable

Distract yourself with the 20 funniest back-to-work memes ... before you get back to work


12 Stylish Tops to Wear for Your Next Video Call

Between Zoom, Google Hangouts and Microsoft Teams, we're all taking more video calls than ever before. Here's what you need...


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Here’s Why You Should Always Open Your Car Door with Your Right Hand

Opening the door with your right hand can save a biker's life.


19 Things Rich People Rarely Do

These tried-and-true habits—or should we say non-habits—help these rich people keep their wallets full.

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How to Turn Off Voice Assistants

Tech companies might not want you to turn off your device's voice assistants. But you can, and it's easy to...


8 Revealing Everyday Documents You Never Knew You Should Shred

Once trash is off your property, it’s legal for anyone to take. Prevent identity theft by making sure these documents...


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4 Signs a “Work from Home” Job Offer Is Actually a Scam

With the new world of widespread remote work, you might be especially eager to consider a job offer or listing...


30 Pieces of Random Trivia That Might Just Come in Handy

Not only are these bits of random trivia fascinating, they also might come in handy from time to time.


13 Things Store Cashiers Secretly Wish You Would Stop Doing

According to these store cashiers, the customer is not always right. Help out the store clerks in your life by...


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75 Work Cartoons to Help You Get Through the Week

Beyond Dilbert: Take a break at the office and laugh with our collection of Reader's Digest cartoons about work and...


11 Highest-Paying Jobs That Require Zero Experience

It's tricky to land a job that requires prior experience if you cannot get a job to gain that much-needed...


14 Careers That Could Make You a Millionaire Before You Retire

In a survey of millionaires, these are the top careers where you could sock away a million by the time...

Finally! A Definitive List of What Those F1–F12 Keys Do

The function keys on your keyboard are the most powerful computer tools that you're not using. We're going to fix...


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18 Jobs That Might Disappear in the Next 25 Years

Is your job in danger of becoming obsolete? If it's on this list, you're at risk—no matter how good you...


41 Little Grammar Rules to Follow to Sound Smarter

C'mon: Make your high school English teachers proud.


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6 Polite Ways to End a Conversation

Bound by manners and common decency, you can find it difficult to walk away from a conversation without seeming rude....


71 Work Jokes That Will Make You a Star at the Watercooler

Getting a laugh is your new job—and these work jokes make it easy


This Is How You Should Really Format a Business Letter

Email may rule work correspondence, but knowing how to write a business letter never goes out of style.


15 Milestones Everyone Needs to Reach by Age 30

So, you've nearly hit the big 3-0! Congrats. You've probably seen a whole load of milestones along the way—make sure...


12 Ways You’re Giving Off a Bad Vibe Without Realizing It

Stop giving off negative energy! Here's how your relationships and reputation can suffer from your bad vibes.


20 Words and Phrases Smart People Don’t Use

If you're smart, or at least want to sound intelligent, remember that some things are better left unsaid.

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Former Employees Say This Is the Worst Job at Costco

Costco is rated one of the best companies to work for, but there's one job employees dread.


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9 Coffee Shop Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow

When you sit at a table to organize your bills or get a jump-start on work, is it OK to...


18 of the Most Dangerous Jobs Around the World

Earning a living could cost you your life if you have one of these risky careers.


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11 Things That Frustrate Every Grocery Store Employee

We've compiled grocery store employees' biggest pet peeves. Are you guilty of any?