When you’re looking for a job, it can be hard to thread the needle between pumping yourself up as the best candidate without coming across as a braggart. Now, a study suggests there is a way to toe ...
Finding your place in today's economy is a bit like assembling a LEGO set without the instructions — even if you're trying your best, the future result isn't entirely clear.
Here’s how to strike a balance between humility and arrogance in professional spaces. A new study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin explored the effects of “humorbragging”-a ...
During the manager’s last staff meeting, everyone was texting just below the conference table. He thought the sudden cheer by two employees meant he’d said something clever (when it was really a score ...
“Humor is a life skill. It’s great at a party, and it’s great in a meeting. But it’s not just about being funny. It’s about understanding your audience, your timing and your intent,” said Kong, who ...
As a human resources manager, I’ve had my share of serious moments. But, as in every other profession, I’ve had my share of laughs, too. Throughout my years as a recruiter, I’ve provided countless ...
Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Laura holds ...
Salesperson job stress and job satisfaction have been identified as critical factors affecting job performance. Academic research suggests that sales managers can influence salesperson job stress and ...
There are plenty of perks that come from working a corporate job. Employees almost never have to work on major holidays, they get to enjoy their weekends without the fear of being called in, and there ...