Develop your mental energy like a long-distance runner | 8 creative icebreakers | How the next recession may affect employment
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August 20, 2019
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Getting Ahead
Don't fall for these misconceptions about time management
There are several common misconceptions about time management, such as the idea there is one ideal system that works for everyone, writes Elizabeth Grace Saunders. Others include believing you can change your ways overnight or that some people are incapable of change.
Fast Company online (8/16) 
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Develop your mental energy like a long-distance runner
By setting routines and taking care of your health, you can reserve your mental energy for bigger, more important tasks, writes Wally Bock. "Conserve your energy for the big moment, like a long-distance runner saving energy for the kick at the finish," he writes.
Three Star Leadership (8/15) 
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10 Service Anniversary Best Practices
Most companies formally recognize tenure, but many don't leverage the full potential of their service award programs. Recognize your employees' loyal service in meaningful ways with these top 10 best practices. Click here to get the article.
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Making the Connection
8 creative icebreakers
The Harvard Business Review has crafted eight questions that spark more interesting conversations and deeper connections, writes career coach Remy Blumenfeld. Examples include, "Where did you grow up?" and "What do you do for fun?"
Forbes (8/18) 
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The Landscape
How the next recession may affect employment
How the next recession may affect employment
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Recent stock market activity and drops in interest rates have many economists discussing the possibility of a recession in the US economy and its impact on employment. Mark Zandi of Moody's says unemployment would nudge up 2-3 percentage points, with jobs in manufacturing, media, finance and construction among the most affected.
USA Today (8/19),  The New York Times (tiered subscription model) (8/17) 
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Your Next Challenge
Strategies to gracefully exit a job
It's best to tell your superior you're planning to leave in person and assist with the transition by communicating the specifics of your responsibilities, writes Gary Burnison. Limit farewell messages to your closest colleagues and boss, keeping them positive and appreciative.
CNBC (8/9) 
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Balancing Yourself
How to stop anger from controlling you
Regain control of your anger by shifting its energy into physical exercise, writes certified life coach Heather Lowe. As anger often masks a feeling of helplessness, re-empower yourself by remembering you control your reaction to the provoking circumstances.
Thrive Global (8/19) 
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The Water Cooler
The graveyard of social media platforms
The graveyard of social media platforms
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With fears about the dominance of social media platforms being voiced rather frequently, it is important to step back every once in a while and remember how much things can change.  This piece is a fun look back at all the social media platforms that have come and gone -- and even some that are allegedly still around.
Gizmodo (8/19) 
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