One of the best ways to avoid procrastination is to put your most difficult tasks at the top of your to-do list, writes Jeffrey Hayzlett. Whatever you do, avoid checking your social media accounts and even move to a quieter work space if necessary.

Building traits that are positive opposites to your strengths can help you become a well-rounded leader and avoid going to extremes, writes Tony Schwartz. For instance, a strength such as confidence can turn into arrogance if overused, whereas practicing humility can be an effective counterpart.

You might not mean to offend by saying "no problem," but the phrase can communicate that you're a little resentful about being asked to complete a certain task, argues Judith Humphrey. Other phrases to avoid around the office include "it is what it is," which is an empty expression that can suggest you're not engaged, Humphrey writes.

CEOs of the 350 biggest companies in the US were paid 271 times more than what the average employee received in 2016, according to a report from the Economic Policy Institute. Companies will have to reveal their CEO-to-employee pay ratio if the Trump administration does not repeal the Dodd-Frank Act mandate.

You can quickly improve your resume by highlighting important projects you've worked on or honors that you've achieved, writes Benjamin Snyder. Make sure to include a URL for your LinkedIn profile and include keywords that are relevant to the position you're applying for, Snyder writes.

Chefs are introducing new takes on hash browns, inspired by a wave of nostalgia for the classic potato dish. Variations include super-sized versions, hash brown tacos and crunchy croutons made from grated potatoes.

The summary "Use LinkedIn features to attract employers" in the July 21 issue of SmartBrief on Your Career included an incorrect attribution. The source article was written by John Nemo. SmartBrief regrets the error.