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My 5 Steps for Tackling Stress

Stress management is a skill that can be honed over time when we learn to approach it more pragmatically by having a reactive mindset and letting go.

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You’re Not the Only Imposter at the Office: 6 Strategies for Dealing with Imposter Syndrome at Work

You're not alone! Here are some coping techniques we've discovered to deal with the more-common-than-you-think problem of Imposter Syndrome at work.

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Three Reasons to Say No

Sometimes, the best thing for everyone is for you to say, "No." Better to say no and stay sane, than say yes and lose it all.

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Hacking “Time Out” and Forcing Myself to Take a Break

I know I'll resist taking a break whenever I'm in the "I will solve this problem if it kills me" mode. So I made it all but impossible to resist.

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Seven Tips for Starting a New Job – A Quick Guide to Getting Settled

A quick guide to getting settled into your new job. Make the most of a new opportunity and be kind to yourself. Everyone has to start somewhere!

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Losing Focus? Recharge by Giving Your Brain a Break

The brain is built to detect and respond to change, and the absence of change is what causes our focus, and resultant performance, to degrade.

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Review: Withings/Nokia Health Steel HR Smartwatch

The Steel HR belongs to the burgeoning "hybrid smartwatch" category, packing some serious smarts into a more traditional analog form.

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Self-Managing People Are Smart about Asking for Help

First identify what you want help with, then dive into the details. It will make the conversation more productive and make problem solving easier.

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Building Your Network After Relocating

Relocating for a new job can be both exciting and challenging. Here are five tips for building your professional network and getting settled in a new city.

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How to Balance Multiple Projects without Losing Your Sanity

If I plan my days well, they can be perfectly curated to keep me focused and get the job(s) done. Here are my tips for creating that balance.

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Emotional Intelligence, Part 4 – Improving Your Self-Awareness

Self-awareness can be uncomfortable, but it empowers us to turn our negative emotions into something positive for everyone.

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Stay Sharp by Standing While You Work

It's possible that using a standing desk will benefit my health in the long term. Regardless, I've noticed a few ways it helps me work better right now.

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