Here’s the most straightforward path to a better attention span
Your attention span can be influenced by internal factors (your own brain leads you to shift from one task to another) or by external factors (something in the outside world calls to you). To boost your attention span, you must deal with both internal and external factors. Internal factors: One Read More...
4 steps to help you leave work at work
Some jobs have very clear lines between when you’re “on” and when you’re “off,” while in others the lines are blurred — or potentially nonexistent. That makes not being distracted by work, especially mentally, a major challenge. If you find yourself struggling to get out of “work Read More...
3 science-backed ways to productively express your emotions at work
When you work in a team, emotions will inevitably rise up and can possibly affect the productivity of your team. But by acceptation your emotions and channeling them appropriately, you can help improve communication, be more compassionately direct, and foster a healthier workplace environment. Read More...
Listening carefully can benefit your career. Here are 3 ways to listen better
As the old saying goes, you have two ears and one mouth for a reason. Listening carefully can not only improve your relationships with those around you and make you more empathetic but also help you better convey your own points and propel your career. A Harvard study of 3,500 people Read More...
Job interviews: How to explain the short stints on your resume
If you’re truly unhappy at your job, then the decision to quit and move on may seem like a simple one. But if you’ve only had that position at work for a matter of months, the decision to leave gets a bit harder. After all, a short stint at a company can leave a blemish on your resume and make Read More...
Feeling distracted? These 3 tips might help you recapture your focus
If you’re able to make it through the day without falling victim to unnecessary distractions, then you have no need to read any further. But if you’re like most of us who find their attention is constantly being tugged on by different distractions, then we have a few tips for you here that will Read More...
How to deal with age discrimination in a job interview
As an older adult with plenty of experience in the workforce, there’s nothing more frustrating than being denied a job to a younger, inexperienced worker. This scenario, however, is often the case, with nearly two out of three workers age 45 or older saying they have experienced age Read More...
Why boredom at work isn’t always so bad for you
No matter how much you love your job, at some point, boredom is bound to sneak into your work. A dull conference presentation numbs the mind in even the most exotic of settings. If you’re an academic, even a famous one, you still will have paperwork - and tedium to deal with. If you work for Uber Read More...
This one skill will make you more employable, no matter what job it is
When you’re trying to get a job that a whole bunch of candidates are also applying for, there’s one skill that will make you stand out from the rest of the crowd: good writing. No matter your job description, companies are always looking for people who have a knack for writing. Here are three Read More...
Boost your productivity at work with these non-work related activities
If you’re struggling to be a productive person at work, there are plenty of things you can do away from the workplace that will help you become more focused and productive when you do get to work. For instance, leaving the office and taking a moment to get your legs stretched and your blood Read More...