Look for one-on-one connections to fit in at work | Companies do more screening of job seekers' social media accounts | How to get what you want out of a conversation
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Building relationships in large groups can be daunting, but seeking rapport with one person at a time is more manageable, advises workplace coach Stella Odogwu. Don't be shy about putting yourself out there as a friendly co-worker. Fast Company online (8/2) Companies do more screening of job seekers' social media accounts Many employers scrutinize job candidates' past social media activity for signs of racism or hate speech. Job hunters should delete questionable social media content and focus on more healthy posts moving forward, HR consultant Laurie Ruettimann says. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (8/5)
Making the Connection
How to get what you want out of a conversation Get in the habit of using conditional clauses, such as "If I can, will you?" says author Phil Jones. This approach is a way of getting a conditional "yes" rather than a flat "no." Forbes (8/5)
How to keep your resume fresh Professionals should be updating their resumes every six months, advises Vicki Salemi of Monster.com. Get rid of old skills and vague statements, and add new accomplishments and social media accounts. CNBC (8/5)
Monstrous waves could be to blame for Bermuda Triangle sinkings The latest scientific theory purporting to explain lost ships in the Bermuda Triangle is rogue waves, with converging storms producing waves roughly 100 feet high. Researchers tested their hunch by simulating such a wave hitting the USS Cyclops, a 550-foot-long ship that disappeared 100 years ago. Big Think (8/3)
The game of life is a game of boomerangs. Man's thoughts, deeds and words return to him sooner or later, with astounding accuracy.
