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How to Look Confident Even When You’re Nervous

Confidence gives you an advantage in any situation. You’re more likely to ace an interview, charm your date, or convince your child to eat their vegetables when you’re sure of yourself. Just looking like you’re confident is often enough to make you more persuasive and successful. Plus, our behavior tends

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What Will You Do If the Rest of Your Coworkers Are Leaving the Company?

If your coworkers are stampeding out the door, you may be tempted to join them. In some cases, it could be an easy decision, like when your boss is dropping helpful hints about which of your competitors are hiring. However, there may also be times when staying could provide valuable

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6 Easy Ways to Incorporate Short Breaks into Your Work Day

While you’re at work, it’s common to feel overwhelmed with all the projects you’re juggling. Concentrating for a long period can be taxing, both emotionally and physically. This often results in a tired mind, aching muscles, and a complete lack of energy. What can you do to rest and revive

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Keeping Your Self-Esteem after a Job Loss

If you’ve lost your job, there’s no denying that it can be a devastating ordeal. It can be a real burden, especially when your whole family depended on that job and the income it provided. However, you can find the strength to recover from a tragic job loss. Sometimes it

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14 Career Tips to Help You Brush Up on Your Soft Skills

For many job hunters, describing their soft skills can be the hardest part of applying for a new position. You’re prepared to send your transcripts and discuss your sales record, but how do you prove that you’re a team player or early adopter? In case you don’t already know, hard

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12 Signs That You Are Being Too Self-Critical

It’s admirable to do your best and attempt to be the best person you can be. It only makes sense to examine your negative results in life and try to do better the next time. But it’s also easy to become too self-critical. A high level of self-criticism is detrimental

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Set Yourself Free by Leaving Your Past Behind

Everyone has a past. You’ve experienced exciting moments and beautiful memories that you’ll keep with you forever. Yet, you’ve also likely been through situations that were challenging and full of heartache. Certain things are always better left in the past. But how? Put this knowledge to work to let go

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8 Ways to Love Yourself More

You deserve love just as much as anyone else. If you can’t love yourself, who can you love? While it’s noble to sacrifice yourself for others, you’re important too. When you make an effort to be kind to yourself, you’re in a better position to be kind to everyone else

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How to Fight Boredom and Become More Motivated at Work

Having trouble finding the motivation you need to get things done at work? When you begin an exciting project, it’s easy to find the motivation you need. Maintaining that level of motivation every day, however, can be a challenge. Sometimes, your work is just downright boring! Just remember that you’re

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13 Simple Ways to Shake Off the Jitters Before a Job Interview

Job interviews often stir up conflicting emotions. You’re excited about the opportunity to advance your career, but anxious about the impression that you’ll make. A few simple steps can help you to feel more at ease. Calming Your Mind It’s natural to feel anxious, but advantageous to keep it from