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They say you spend over a third of your life working, so you might as well love what you do. Whether you are loving every second of work, searching for a new career, or just trying to make the workday a little more bearable—Reader’s Digest is here with the tips, tools, and strategies to help you get to work.

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16 Things CEOs Always Do Before Bed

From journaling to playing video games, these strategies help CEOs fall asleep easily, wake up happy, and seize the day....


What to Eat Before Making a Big Decision

About to make a big decision on an empty stomach? You may want to delay the choice until you fire...


15 Creative Ways to Volunteer and Make a Difference

If you have a favorite hobby or activity, volunteering for a related cause can make a big difference in your...

Are Crossed Arms Rude? 8 Secrets Your Body Language Reveals About You

Body language is a form of nonverbal communication, and whether you (or they!) know it, other people are always reading...


Can You Answer This CEO’s Favorite Interview Question (That Everyone Gets Wrong)?

Before your next interview, heed the advice of 16 CEOs and business leaders and learn how to answer the tricky...

21 Nicest Things CEOs Have Done for Their Employees

What goes around, comes around, right? These CEOs have taken that lesson to heart—and in the process, they've changed their...


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Here’s What Your Handwriting Says About You

The way you dot your "i's" and cross your "t's" could reveal more than 5,000 different personality traits.


This Is Your Biggest Career Strength, According to Your Zodiac Sign

Not sure of your career path? Not confident in your professional skills? You might want to take a hint from...


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7 Sneaky Things Your Voice Can Predict About Your Personality and Health

It's not just what you say—it's what you sound like when you say it.

10 Things Wildly Successful People Do Every Single Day

You can't go from intern to CEO overnight, but these 10 tips will point you to success city.


5 Types of Toxic Co-Workers and How to Deal with Them

For most, working in an office can offer a pleasant, exciting, and motivating path to a successful career. However, sometimes...


12 Ways You’re Giving off a Bad Vibe Without Realizing It

The body postures, facial expressions, and other behaviors below can broadcast negativity to people around you, hurting your reputation and...


7 Pieces of Life Advice Geniuses Tell Their Kids

These brilliant men and women have revolutionized science, medicine, and our understanding of the cosmos. But what do they tell...


12 Signs Your Workplace Is Toxic

Your work environment can make a huge impact on your health, which is why it's so important to ensure that...


Successful People Do These 8 Things Each Weekend

Time management expert Laura Vanderkam reveals the subtle secrets to restorative and productive weekends in her book ‘What Successful People...


10 Tips to Help You Quit Your Day Job and Pursue Your Dream

You've heard the saying: "Failing to plan is planning to fail." These strategies can help you ensure a successful transition...


8 Discreet Signs You’re Being Taken for Granted—and What to Do About It

Being helpful is a good trait ... but some people will take advantage of your willingness to assist. Here's how...


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You Can Now Take 600 Free College Courses Online Thanks to These 200 Universities

Attending and paying for college can be stressful. But this doesn't have to be the case.


7 Ways You Can Fake Looking Smart in a Meeting

All you need is one thing to say, and the right way to say it.

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14 Life Tips Every Recent Grad Needs to Have in Their Back Pocket

Learn how to transition into adulthood and an avoid existential crisis with these necessary pieces of advice for finding your...