If you feel that your boss is regularly doing your job for you, it may be smart to clarify the company's expectations for your role before you proceed any further, writes Ron Carucci. Afterward, you can ask if you're falling short in some way that may be causing your boss to feel the need to do your work, which is a much better alternative than resenting your boss without bringing up the issue.

You'll be happier at work if you can focus mainly on the things you can actually control, writes Alison Green. Try to avoid complaining with your co-workers or seeing your boss as an enemy.

If you feel like you're toiling away without your contributions being recognized, but you don't want to have to brag in order to be noticed, try to meet with your manager for regular check-ins. This will allow you to share your recent victories in a more natural way, writes Kyle Lee.

Owners of small businesses are split in their opinions about whether to repeal the Affordable Care Act. But they find common ground as they lament the high cost of health care and call on Washington to find an affordable solution.

Graduate and postdoctoral students can use grant applications to build their career confidence and their network, writes Victoria McGovern, a senior program officer at the Burroughs Wellcome Fund. In this commentary, she suggests connecting with successful grant writers as well as granting agencies to build relationships.

Use your lunch breaks to take time away from work while stimulating your mind with podcasts such as "Revisionist History" and NPR's "How I Built This," writes Rohini Venkatraman. Other recommendations include "StartUp Podcast" and "Side Hustle School."