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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11 New Business Etiquette Rules That Will Help You Get Ahead in 2024

Feeling clueless about modern business etiquette? To be successful in the workplace (both virtual and in person), these are the rules everyone should know.

15 Red Flags That You’re Interviewing at a Toxic Company

When it comes to interview red flags, sometimes the writing is on the wall—and it isn’t even all that...


125 Farewell Messages to Co-workers That Will Mean So Much

It’s not easy to say goodbye! These farewell messages to co-workers will help you find the right words.


This Is What a Job Interviewer First Notices About You

No matter how the job market changes, one thing is certain: Interviews are all about making a great first impression.


4 Most Common LinkedIn Scams and How to Spot Them

LinkedIn is a valuable networking resource, but it's also attractive to fraudsters. Here's what you need to know about the...

32 Great Gifts for Coworkers Under $50 That They’ll Definitely Appreciate

Shop these personalized gifts for coworkers that let them know just how much you care—without having to ask the boss...


Should You Use the Thumbs Up Emoji? Your Gen Z Co-Workers Want You to Stop

Many younger office workers see it as passive-aggressive, along with several other emojis used by "old people."


What Is Business Casual? A Guide to Dressing for the Office

Office wear today is far from the stuffy attire of the past, and once you know what business casual is,...


41 Clever Gifts for Your Boss That Show You’re Paying Attention

Even the people in charge like to feel appreciated, and these gifts for bosses—from fancy pens to homey plants—will brighten...


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...


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...


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...