Professionals should seek input from managers on skills they might need in order to advance their careers next year, writes Martin Yate. Make sure to take advantage of the advice you receive, and check in informally every few months to give updates on your progress. Society for Human Resource Management online (12/12) How to stay energized throughout the day Get up and move around whenever you feel drained at work, writes Jane Burnett. Also, plan your mealtimes and make sure you stay hydrated. Ladders (12/12)
Making the Connection
Here's how to use social media effectively If you check your social media accounts mostly for work reasons or to make strategic posts, you're using social media productively, writes Alyse Kalish. Avoid spending time on social media to kill boredom or to satisfy an impulse to comment on everything you see. The Muse (12/12)
Your Next Challenge
What SpaceX looks for in job candidates Job seekers who want to land a position at SpaceX must have "passion, drive and talent," according to Brian Bjelde, human resources vice president at SpaceX. Job candidates must also be prepared for a practical exam. Glassdoor (12/12)
Balancing Yourself
Aiming for perfect work-life balance can lead to inaction Rather than trying to achieve perfect work-life balance, focus on making positive adjustments, even if your changes are small. Live purposefully, and take control of your choices instead of focusing your energy on maintaining perfect harmony, writes Lori Hil. Forbes (12/12)
The Water Cooler
Australian town accidentally missed 150th anniversary The Australian town of Charleville is unsure how it will celebrate its 150th anniversary, which local authorities believed would occur next year but was actually reached in 2015. Officials looked through Queensland state records and discovered the town was officially established in 1865, not 1868. BBC (12/12)
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