If we ignore mistakes, our integrity takes a hit, so acknowledge them, apologize and make amends, writes Jake Daghe. Habitually dismissing errors often leads to complacency at work, he argues, while embracing them allows for improvement.

Irreverence and a commitment to core values such as connection and innovation have helped Kabbage establish a retention rate this year of about 90%, says Chief People Officer Amy Zimmerman. "We're constantly looking for new, exciting, creative ways for people to feel the love," Zimmerman says.

Trying to impress others with your vocabulary usually results in making "people sigh internally and pretend to like you," writes Meghan Moravcik Walbert. Words on her never-say list include "meta," "synergy" and "utilize."

Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza has gained attention for the way he incorporates child care into his work day, including installing a bassinet in his office and taking his son to legislative meetings. Some have criticized Elorza's actions, calling it unprofessional and saying others -- such as teachers -- are not afforded those same privileges.

A study finds remote workers from high-population centers such as Chicago, Los Angeles and New York City are migrating across the country, writes Ben Eisen. People seeking lower cost-of-living and improved quality-of-life are moving to places such as Eugene, Ore., Reno, Nev., and Nashville, Tenn.

Interviewers want to see confidence in a candidate, but too much is a turnoff, so beware of overcompensating for nerves by sounding too self-assured, writes Amanda Augustine. Share credit for team accomplishments and answer questions about weaknesses with specific examples of how you overcame them.

It's difficult to overcome work stress without identifying what triggers it and talking about it with friends, writes Shanti Purnamasari. Organize your week by scheduling tasks and prioritizing 2-3 each day to lift the burden of an overwhelming workload.

The language people speak has an impact on the clarity of information they try to convey and the speed with which they can convey it. Some languages consist of just a couple hundred syllables, while other languages have thousands, which means that some people who speak rapid-fire languages might not be conveying information any faster than those who speak slower languages.