An overachiever's mindset is making the majority of US workers unhappy, but people improve their outlook if they focus on leveraging their talents rather than their status, writes Keren Eldad, personal coach for high performers. This process also involves prioritizing other aspects of life, while overcoming a fear of failure and need for acceptance.

Navigating the ups and downs of the job search is easier if we're prepared for the vulnerability associated with proving ourselves and the likelihood people will let us down, writes career expert Kourtney Whitehead. "[Let] it be a reminder to you about how you want to treat people in the future when the shoe is on the other foot," she writes.

We all gesticulate, so it's smart to have a plan for pointing at objects, clenching your fists or holding your hand out in a "stop" stance, among nine gestures Stephanie Scotti discusses. Avoid pointing at people, folding your arms or gestures that may be offensive to people from other cultures, she writes.

A recent movement toward encouraging financial literacy education among workplace investors -- those whose funds are mostly in employer-sponsored retirement plans -- has drawn criticism from financial experts. They say the problem is not a lack of information but getting workers to learn about financial literacy concepts, and they also question the wisdom of focusing solely on workplace investments.

People need to consistently state their professional goals online, on a resume and during an interview or risk decision-makers misunderstanding the purpose of their career experience, writes Tim Denning. If that happens, he offers ideas for how to steer a conversation back to your intended career trajectory.

Use positive examples from your work history when asked what management style you prefer, stating what you like versus what you don't, writes Kate Johanns. Familiarize yourself with definitions of these styles and which ones are most likely to apply to potential employers.

A study has found shy people who intentionally adopt traits of outgoing people during social interactions are happier, writes Meghan Holohan. During the trial, they acted more conversational, spontaneous and assertive.

Throughout the evolution of beds, not that much has changed about their structure and design. However, much has changed about where beds are located and who shares them.