The ability to work remotely will become an increasingly valuable skill as more companies adopt telecommuting policies, writes Heather Morgan. To keep up with these changes, learn how to use remote working tools, engage with your online social networks and manage your time efficiently, she says. Forbes (1/22)
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Making the Connection
How to run a standout meeting Ask people to shut down their devices before you kick off a meeting, and consider bringing a prop as a conversation starter, Dom Price writes. Engage with the audience by asking questions, and manage the domineering people in the room while helping the quieter ones take part in the conversation. Inc. online (1/22)
The Landscape
Record number of workers leaving jobs A record-high number of workers in the US and the UK are voluntarily leaving their jobs, a Glassdoor survey finds. The primary reason for their departures is better pay elsewhere, followed by career advancement opportunities and better benefits. Society for Human Resource Management online (1/18)
Show your relevant skills by customizing your resume and cover letter for the position you're applying for, says Yvonne Agyei, chief people officer at Booking.com, which receives more than 400,000 job applications each year. Research the company you're applying for to understand the culture and values, be honest and don't be afraid to ask questions, she says. Business Insider (1/22)
Balancing Yourself
Why your day needs structure Building structure into your workday might involve creating a morning routine and doing your most important tasks first to free up your mental capacity, writes Robin Madell. Lack of structure can lead to procrastination and mindless snacking, she writes. U.S. News & World Report (1/22)
The Water Cooler
"Transformers: The Last Knight" leads Razzie nominations "Transformers: The Last Knight" led all films with nine nominations for the 38th annual Golden Raspberry Awards, which celebrate the worst in cinema each year. "Transformers" was nominated for worst picture, and Mark Wahlberg and Michael Bay received worst actor and worst director nominations, respectively. Variety (1/22)
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