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What Not to Say When Asking for a Raise—and 7 Things to Say Instead, According to Negotiation Experts
Negotiating a raise is all about empathy, compromise and asking the right questions. We have info on what not to say when asking for a raise, plus scripts to follow to get what you want.
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What Is Monotasking—and Why It’s Better for You Than Multitasking
Monotasking makes you more productive and is healthier for your brain—but what is it?
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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."
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4 Hidden Signs You’re “Quiet Quitting” at Work
Quiet quitting is a rebellion against hustle culture. Here's how to tell if you're doing it.
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10 Things You Should Always Do on a Monday
From scheduling a surgery to buying a house, the first day of the week offers significant perks.
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This Is the Profession People Trust the Most
You may be surprised at these survey results that rank some of the most common professions.
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10 Things that Highly Successful People Do Every Morning
Make your morning—and the day that follows—rock with these tips for a positive and productive morning routine from highly successful...
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13 Women CEOs Who Made History
It's now 2020, and while women have been making some impressive inroads, breaking the glass ceiling of certain industries has...
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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....
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10 Subtle Things that Will Get You Noticed at Work, According to Managers
Ever wish you could tell what your boss is thinking? Join the club. That's why we got real employers to...
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16 Things Your Boss Wishes You’d Stop Wearing to Work
You won't be getting a promotion in any of these outfits. Learn which surprising pieces are killing your credibility in...
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14 Everyday Habits That Could Be Derailing Your Career
You get your work done and you're good at it, but if you're guilty of any of these habits, you...
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What Your Handshake Really Reveals About Your Personality
From too firm to too limp, and too rushed to too long, people judge a lot about you by your...