Ravin Gandhi, founder and CEO of GMM Nonstick Coatings, took off 21 days to pursue a longtime dream of making a movie. "I have become a better CEO having had this crazy artistic experience because I feel wiser, more confident, and less judgmental," said the 47-year-old. Full Story: CNBC (11/6)
POLL QUESTION: Have you ever taken a work sabbatical?
Tips for landing a raise during the pandemic Asking for a raise during the coronavirus pandemic can be a sensitive exercise, but don't assume that every company is suffering financially right now. Before asking for a meeting, track your accomplishments by making a list of bullet points. Full Story: Fast Company online (11/6)
Diversity chief offers career advice Singleton Beato, head of diversity at McCann advertising agency, talks about her career, the importance of mentors, how becoming a mom spurred her ambition and the best career advice she ever received. "If you are facing a tough challenge that scares you, and you're not sure if you can do it ... then take it on," Beato says. Full Story: Adweek (tiered subscription model) (11/6)
The pandemic has made employee drug tests more difficult to monitor, and several states voted to legalize marijuana, which could further complicate testing. Some employers have turned to self-administered drug tests that are sent to a lab or watched an oral test being taken via video. Full Story: HR Dive (11/6)
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the US labor market recovering slightly in October, adding 638,000 jobs and reducing unemployment to 6.9%. Economists attributed the improvement to an increase in hiring for seasonal positions and rehiring in the automobile and manufacturing industries. Full Story: NBC News (11/6)
Balancing Yourself
Experts suggest foods with mental health benefits Studies have found that eating foods such as blueberries, carrots and dark chocolate has a positive effect on mental well-being. Walnuts were associated with reduced depression in a 2019 study while other research found that fermented foods such as kimchi helped reduce social anxiety. Full Story: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (free content) (11/4)
Hotel floated from Australia to North Korea When it first opened, guests needed to take a boat, helicopter or seaplane to reach the Barrier Reef Floating Resort. The hotel is now docked in a harbor, but it's probably harder to reach. Full Story: Vice News (11/3)
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