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Ah, the elusive "zone" – that psychic space in which you operate effortlessly at peak productivity. If only you could enter it on demand, anytime, anywhere – you'd become a legendary A player at your company. You may not be able to get into the zone through sheer force of will alone, but there are a few steps you can take to promote an environment more conducive to your zone. ... Source: Recruiter

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Productivity and I are not easy bedfellows. In fact, we're downright enemies sometimes. For example, if I have an amazing day at work and totally nail all my to-dos, I can virtually guarantee I will not have a similar day tomorrow. Working out, getting great sleep, following a regimented schedule – none of these things seem to make a difference to me. Add in 20 employees, three kids, three properties, ... Source: Recruiter

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That promotion you were hoping for just went to the guy in the department next to yours. He is nowhere near as qualified as you are, and you're pretty sure his I.Q. places him just below the plant you have sitting on your shelf on the office intelligence scale. How could this have happened? No, wait – you know exactly how it happened. Marvin is the best suck-up on the fourth floor. He's made pandering to the boss an art form. ... Source: Recruiter

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Many executives feel that managers should be chosen internally from a pool of candidates who demonstrate company values and stellar job performance. Good workers, however, don't necessarily make great managers. Of course, this doesn't mean you shouldn't award good performance with promotion. Entering your company's managers and executives into appropriate leadership development programs can help them gain ... Source: Recruiter {$inline_image}

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One of my very first clients called me to say he had committed career suicide. He had yelled at everyone in his office and kicked the trash can. He needed help rebuilding his workplace image. Every workplace seems to have that one person who is known for not being a team player. You know the person – the grouch, the gossip, causing discontent wherever they go. Everyone avoids this person – but ... Source: Recruiter

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Article by Lydia Sweatt When I was 8 years old, I took piano lessons and singing lessons, and I played violin in the school's symphony – all at the same time. Except for the symphony, I didn't care for any of those extracurricular activities, but I especially hated learning piano. Twice a week, always on a school night, my mom would drive me to the piano school, hoping my music teacher would unlock some Source: Recruiter

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Substance abuse can be an employer's worst nightmare. Unlike a bad dream, however, it's a very real problem in the workplace. Seventy percent of the 14.8 million Americans who use illegal drugs are employed, according to an estimate from the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD). Because Americans spend most of their time at work, it's not unlikely that an employee's problem with drugs or alcohol ... Source: Recruiter

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For most of us, the job search seems pretty straightforward: You come across a job posting that looks like a good fit, apply for that job online, potentially get called in for an interview, and hopefully land the job. Unfortunately, this seemingly straightforward process is riddled with the potential for wrong turns. The jobs you choose to apply for, how you construct your resume, and the way you communicate with hiring ... Source: Recruiter

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Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a rut? How do you come up with creative solutions when you're feeling stalled out? Maybe you get outside to recharge. Maybe you take a break to watch videos of cute animals. Maybe you're unsure where to begin. One great place to look for inspiration when you're in need are TED Talks. Featuring a wide range of professionals speaking on various ... Source: Recruiter