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In June, unemployment inched up a little bit higher to 4.1% from 4% in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Altogether, 6.8 million people are out of a job, which means millions are currently looking for their next role. If you’re job searching yourself, remember that sending out resumes is only part of the equation. Networking is “one…

Your calculus test stares accusingly at you.  A 65% has been viciously inked in red at the top of the paper, tearing a hole through your chest.  Your expectations for a flawless GPA are crushed as your A in the class plummets to a C. You frantically begin concocting explanations for your parents, burning with…

Why do we use the word Emotionality as a personality trait? It’s Not a Compliment to Call Someone Emotional The idea that women are emotional but not men got codified in the 19th century when physicians attributed women’s problems to hysteria—a term referring to a wandering uterus—which caused ungovernable emotional excess. Hysteria was considered a diagnosable physical illness…

Paul, a high-level executive in a technology company, former university professor, and expert in his field, attended a prestigious trade conference. Paul prides himself on having a learning mindset and felt at home surrounded by leading industry experts. He was eagerly engaged, asking questions about the latest trends and technologies to broaden his understanding and…

‘Being in love actually can change your brain chemistry’  When you see someone you have an initial attraction to, what is happening in the brain?  And how does that change when you are in a long-term, serious relationship with someone?  Falling in love can not only change your life — it can also change your brain…

Social media is important in product discovery, especially among younger consumers, but it’s only part of the picture—marketplaces, search engines, and brick-and-mortar retail also influence where and how consumers find new products. 1. Younger consumers turn to social media, family, and friends Over two-thirds (67%) of US 16-to 24-year-olds say they’ve learned about a product…

Whether driven by technological advancements, market shifts, or organizational strategy changes, restructuring can be daunting. The prospect of change often brings anxiety and uncertainty. However, with the right mindset and strategies, you can not only survive but also thrive during this transition. So, here’s how to navigate the restructuring process successfully. 1. Embrace Change with…

More companies plan to impose stricter in-office mandates next year, even if it risks losing workers. Recently published findings from a survey conducted by ResumeBuilder.com show that a quarter of companies with return-to-work policies plan to require employees to come into offices more frequently.   Companies with plans to increase employees’ in-office days are doing so mainly to…

As worker engagement declines in the workplace, it’s time to face the issue with new techniques. The work environment is not the same as it was 10 years ago. With less in-person work comes fewer opportunities to connect with your people. The minute moments that helped keep your workers engaged–one-on-ones, office chat time, lunch with co-workers, brainstorming, and sit-downs–may…

Negating an adjective by placing ‘not’ in front of it affects the way our brains interpret its meaning, mitigating but not entirely inverting our interpretation of its definition. In a study published May 23rd in the open-access journal PLOS Biology, Arianna Zuanazzi at New York University, US, and colleagues offer insight into how the brain represents changes…