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Is your job not really doing it for you? Doesn’t have everything you need to feel satisfied, challenged and proud? Or are you job-hunting but the options don’t seem that appealing? You’re not alone. In...

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When a bunch of people get together, everything changes. Different rules apply. I’ve posted about navigating office politics. Now what is all this talk about company culture? Does it mean anything? And how can you...

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What hurts more than those pangs of regret? It’s one of the worst feelings in the world, right? But I’ve got a surprise for you — regret can be a good thing. In fact, sometimes...

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Talk about a silver lining: New research shows that crummy weather actually makes you more productive at work. Unfortunately, this means now that the long winter much of the country endured is finally over, your...

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No one doubts the value of confidence. In fact, research shows people often prefer confidence over actual expertise. G. Richard Shell teaches at the Wharton School, and his book Springboard: Launching Your Personal Search for...

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Get a Raise: 10 Steps for Getting Your Boss to Think You’re the Best

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