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Can't Leave At 5:30? Three Alternative Ways To Set Healthy Work Boundaries

BY Amber Mac | 04-20-2012 | 10:18 AM | WORK/LIFE

Sheryl Sandberg leaves work at 5:30. Barbara Corcoran shuts off her phone for half the day. And that rascal Tim Ferriss somehow gets away with only working four hours a week (allegedly). But they're all superstars. Here's what normal people can do to set healthy work boundaries. READ MORE›

How To Reverse Your Hard Wiring For Distraction

BY Olivia Fox Cabane | 04-11-2012 | 11:00 AM | LEADERSHIP

If you want to be charismatic, your mind can't wander while you're one-on-one with a customer or colleague. Here's a simple one-minute exercise to help you focus.READ MORE›

If Barbara Corcoran Can Turn Off Her Phone At 6:30, So Can You--Here's How

BY Amber Mac | 04-10-2012 | 9:00 AM | CAREERS

A real estate icon who sold her business for millions, then became an author, speaker, and "Shark Tank" investor, shares her secret for achieving work-life balance (hint: there is none).READ MORE›

Get To Work By Meeting Procrastination Head-On

BY Kevin Purdy | 04-06-2012 | 9:37 PM | WORK/LIFE

There’s a huge distance between the physical energy it takes to run on a treadmill and the emotional energy it takes to head to the gym after a stressful day. Just ask a guy who gained 40 pounds during graduate school.READ MORE›

6 Powerful Web Tools For Getting Unusual Things Done, From Audio Editing To File Conversion

BY Kevin Purdy | 04-01-2012 | 1:20 PM | WORK/LIFE

We’re not talking the obvious, if often impressive, stuff like Google Docs and Dropbox. These are the sites that save you hard drive space and clutter, and help you get by without having to shell out for software for just this one thing.READ MORE›

How To SuperBetter Your Life With Epic Wins The Way Jane McGonigal Does

BY Amber Mac | 03-27-2012 | 9:00 AM | VIDEO

From Nike+ to The Email Game, McGonigal is at the forefront of a movement intent on making it fun to reach everyday goals. Grab yourself a power-up and listen in.READ MORE›

How To Quit Your Job Gracefully (If You're Not Greg Smith)

BY Amber Mac | 03-15-2012 | 10:00 AM | LEADERSHIP

When Greg Smith resigned from Goldman Sachs this week, he did so in a public and high-profile way that most poor working schlubs could only dream of. That said, unless your workplace is totally toxic, it almost always pays to leave on good terms. Here are five ways to gracefully quit your job and ensure your career stays on track. READ MORE›

Mastering The Uncomfortable Art Of Personal Branding

BY Amber Mac | 03-09-2012 | 12:00 PM | CAREERS

Whether interviewing for a job or making a presentation, weaving a strong personal narrative could be the one thing that keeps you on top. Here are a few tips to turning on your personal branding story without turning off your audience.READ MORE›

Why Email Sabbaticals Are An Essential Part Of danah boyd's Work Flow

BY Amber Mac | 03-08-2012 | 11:34 AM | VIDEO

Is it possible to be a top Internet researcher for Microsoft while also occasionally going pretty much off the grid? Meet the woman who is living proof that the answer is yes. Serenity now!READ MORE›

How To Lose Friends And Alienate Twitter Followers: 5 Stupid Social Media Mistakes

BY Amber Mac | 03-01-2012 | 12:17 PM | LEADERSHIP

It's unsettling to see our numbers on social media sites take a hit, even temporarily. However, we rarely talk about what actions will hurt your friend and follower count in the social space. With that in mind, here are five ways to drop your network numbers in a flash.READ MORE›

Johnny Jet's Work Flow: Cheap Travel, Fancy Hotels On A Budget, And Upgrading Soldiers

BY Amber Mac | 02-29-2012 | 9:41 AM | VIDEO

John DiScala, aka Johnny Jet, flies more than 150,000 miles a year. Not bad for someone who was once afraid to fly. Here the Travel Channel host offers tips on getting where you want for a price you can afford. You are now free to move about the cabin.READ MORE›

Webcam Glam: 3 Easy Tricks To Look Polished On Video Chats

BY Amber Mac | 02-24-2012 | 7:22 AM | LEADERSHIP

With many employers relying on video chat to keep employees connected, individuals using webcams to produce expert how-to videos, and television broadcasters depending on this technology to beam guests in from all over the world, it's no longer just good enough to be happy that your connection works. Here are 3 simple--but really effective--tips to improve your webcam presence.READ MORE›

Ali Velshi's Work Flow: Mysteries, Motorcycles Keep The CNN Anchor's Work-Life Balance In Check

BY Amber Mac | 02-23-2012 | 7:33 AM | CAREERS

Velshi's daily work flow is all about juggling meetings and helping people manage money. Oh, and hopping on his hog, too.READ MORE›

5 Tools For Managing Your Personal Brand Online

BY Amber Mac | 02-17-2012 | 7:36 AM | LEADERSHIP

Aside from creating compelling content, a personal branding regimen should also include an active plan to achieve your goals. These 5 easy-to-use tools will help you keep all the plates spinning with minimal effort. READ MORE›

Kevin Rose's Work Flow: How The Cofounder Of Digg Organizes From A Treadmill Desk

BY Amber Mac | 02-13-2012 | 9:17 AM | VIDEO

The founder of Milk has come a long way since his days as the "Dark Tipper" on Tech TV. As a well-known entrepreneur, Kevin Rose helped change the way we share news (Digg) and how we get tech video content online (Revision3). Today, ...READ MORE›

5 Ways To Put The "Pro" In Profile Pics

BY Amber Mac | 02-09-2012 | 7:07 AM | CAREERS

Your profile photo is an important part of your online image, so if you still have an egg as your Twitter avatar or a blue-and-white silhouette for your Facebook page, it's time to step things up. (Hint: This photo is a "don't.")READ MORE›

Reddit's Alexis Ohanian's Work Flow: Fancy Hands And Making Things Suck Less

BY Amber Mac | 02-07-2012 | 9:45 AM | INNOVATION

Believe it or not, the founder of Reddit also has to avoid spending all day killing time on Reddit. Here's his advice for staying productive. READ MORE›

The 5-Video Work Week: How To Build Your Brand On YouTube

BY Amber Mac | 02-02-2012 | 7:07 AM | CAREERS

After uploading dozens of "Will It Blend" videos on YouTube, a little company called Blendtec saw retail sales of its high-end blenders increase by over 700 percent. Here's how to work similar YouTube magic for your brand. READ MORE›

The 2-Minute Move That Will Elevate Your Personal Brand

BY Amber Mac | 01-26-2012 | 7:25 AM | LEADERSHIP

When it comes to building your personal brand, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn get all our attention. However, for the majority of professionals, the hundreds of people you're emailing day in and day out make up the most important social network you have. Time to rev up your email signature.READ MORE›

5 Tips To Turn Your Personal Profile Into A Professional Place

BY Amber Mac | 01-16-2012 | 12:22 PM | CAREERS

Facebook introduced a few new features that will help someone who wants to use their personal profile for personal branding purposes. If you want to use the world's most popular social network to promote what you do professionally, here are a few tips to get you started.READ MORE›