Emails should be concise and organized Remove filler words and phrases from your emails to state your points in a stronger way. Also, use bullet points to summarize important information, Kat Boogaard writes. The Muse (10/13)How to escape your comfort zone Push yourself toward activities that make you slightly uncomfortable in order to grow professionally, Travis Bradberry writes. Ways to do this include waking up earlier, volunteering and pursuing a goal that seems impossible. LinkedIn (10/9)
Facebook reportedly is testing a feature that would allow users to list professional and educational experience. The screenshots of the feature suggest that users will be able to share career information without allowing potential employers to view private profile information. Business Insider (10/16)
The Landscape
Microsoft builds treehouses to cut stress, boost productivity Microsoft built two elevated treehouses for employees to use as workspaces and meeting spaces on its Redmond, Wash., campus. The company says studies show being surrounded by nature reduces stress and could increase productivity. FastCoDesign (10/16)
