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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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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.


10 Things Wildly Successful People Do Every Single Day

You can't go from intern to CEO overnight, but these 10 tips will point you to success city.


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Smart Ways to Keep Your Pet Happy While You’re at Work All Day

If you leave your favorite pet at home all day while you're working, don't fret—we found the most entertaining ways...


5 Types of Toxic Co-Workers and How to Deal with Them

For most, working in an office can offer a pleasant, exciting, and motivating path to a successful career. However, sometimes...


8 Things You Shouldn’t Wear to a Job Interview, According to CEOs

Even if your qualifications make you the perfect candidate, wearing the wrong interview clothing could damage your credibility—and cost you...


This Japanese Tradition Will Make You Less Forgetful

Everyone makes mistakes. Here's how to catch them before they do damage.


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Don’t Make These 9 Mistakes at the Office—Unless You Want Your Co-Workers to Think Less of You

Even if you're a model of professionalism and efficiency at work, slip-ups happen. These are the ones you should try...


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...

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How the Disney’s ‘Frozen’ Was Almost a Massive Failure

The Disney megahit was almost a disaster, until a series of creative brainstorms saved the day.


These People Donated Millions After They Died—But No One Knew They Were Rich

In life, they were humble secretaries, 
teachers, and janitors. 
When they died, they were richer 
than anyone knew—and they 
gave...


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Here’s How Much Money Costco Store Managers Make—It’s More Than You Think

We always knew working at Costco would be good, but not this good!


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

The body postures, facial expressions, and other behaviors below can broadcast negativity to people around you, hurting your reputation and...


13 Phrases Women Need to Remove from Their Vocabulary

How you present yourself isn't only about your clothes or behavior: It's what you say that conveys the real you....


How Much Money Amazon Employees Really Make

Jeff Bezos is one of the richest men in the world—here's how his workers fare.


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.


17 Reasons My Favorite Teacher Changed My Life

It only takes one person to make a difference in the life of another—and teachers are often that person. Check...

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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...


16 Secrets 911 Operators Won’t Tell You

The stress and demands of constantly managing emergencies can take a toll on 911 dispatchers—which is why they might not...


14 Things Police Officers Don’t Want You to Know

What you don't know could actually hurt you when it comes to these secrets police officers like to keep close...


This Is How Much Trader Joe’s Employees Really Make

This eclectic supermarket's prices are great... but how are its salaries?


How to Dodge 8 Tricky Interview Questions—Including Flat-Out Illegal Ones

Ace your next job interview by properly preparing for the unexpected. Here's how to handle some potentially damaging questions while...


Former Employees Say These Are the Best (and Worst) Jobs at Walmart

You might be surprised to learn what some former employees think is the absolute worst role.

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.


10 Habits of People Who Never Get Stressed

You know that saying, "You want something done, give it to a busy person"? There's truth to it. So what...


The Surprising Reason the Best Ideas Come to You in the Shower

New research explains why a shower may just be the perfect storm of relaxation and inspiration.


7 Pieces of Life Advice Geniuses Tell Their Kids

These brilliant men and women have revolutionized science, medicine, and our understanding of the cosmos. But what do they tell...


60 Secrets the Emergency Room Staff Won’t Tell You

This astonishing insider information from doctors, nurses, and paramedics could save your life.


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7 Reasons You Need To Clean Your Laptop ASAP

Dirt, dust, and grime—oh my! If you never clean your laptop, you're doing your health (and the health of your...