No one likes feeling embarrassed, but those who exhibit embarrassment are more likely to be seen as trustworthy by others, according to Susan David. If you embarrass yourself at work, it's best to own up to it and be willing to laugh at yourself when appropriate. Fast Company online (11/8) The science of why you doubt yourself Many intellectuals and leaders suffer from "impostor syndrome," by which you don't feel you belong or deserve to be in the position you're in, writes Carlin Flora. While there's no easy solution to feeling like a fake, experts advise talking about your fears and seeking out social support at work and elsewhere. PsychologyToday.com (11/3)
Get with the flow. How payment processing affects cash flow. Cash flow is the lubricant of business. Without a healthy cash flow, business dries up. It stops. It can't function. Which is why it is vital to keep the revenues coming in as the expenses go out. But there's one aspect of cash flow that many of us are not aware of. It is how managing credit cards and other such non-cash payments affect cash flow. Turns out it has a huge affect. Download the free guide today.
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Making the Connection
New site makes job searches less frustrating New social networking site Opportunity gives job seekers an approach to finding a job that's similar to how Tinder allows singles to find dates. The website will offer leads based on LinkedIn connections, interests, location and other information, allowing users to expand their networks. Business Insider (11/9)
The Landscape
Firms tend to employees' financial health, retirement More employers are recognizing that financial wellness that goes beyond saving for retirement is a crucial determinant of employee wellness and productivity, according to Prudential Financial. Companies are adding programs to address stress points such as budgeting, debt and saving for emergencies, as well as providing for retirement. LifeHealthPro (11/8)
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Find the best jobs before they're even posted By determining which firms are expanding and making connections with hiring managers, job seekers can get a lead on the best opportunities before they're even posted, writes Lou Adler. Try to get a referral from a connection within the company and make sure the hiring manager has an up-to-date version of your resume. Inc. online (free registration) (11/9)
The Water Cooler
Viral videos boost half-forgotten beats Viral dance videos are breathing life into half-forgotten hip-hop tracks and giving old tunes a second chance at chart-topping success. "If there's anything Americans seemed to have agreed on this year, it's that ... the best songs are always fair game," writes Matthew Trammell. The New Yorker (tiered subscription model) (11/4)
Money couldn't buy friends, but you got a better class of enemy.
