Evernote CEO: How to stay on top of your week Give yourself a theme to focus on each day of the week, and write down your top three daily priorities the night before, writes Evernote CEO Chris O'Neill. Keep track of important dates in your calendar, reduce meetings and don't let emails take over your day, he writes. Fast Company online (4/4)Being more successful is within your reach Working toward a greater cause that helps others can make you achieve more, writes Marcel Schwantes. Find something you're passionate about, try to learn from others who are achieving, and work on your communication skills. Inc. online (3/29)
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Tweak your communication to be a better leader Rephrase how you turn down projects so you're not exposing your limitations, and avoid apologizing for a delayed email response, writes Julia Bonner. Instead of saying you're busy, let people know what you're working on at the moment. The Muse (4/2)
Be a great employee right from the start When you start a new job, make an effort to meet as many people as you can, remember to be polite and respectful to others and focus on what you can learn, writes Gary Burnison. Put in the hours to show your commitment, and try to identify any unique skills you have that would add value to the company. Forbes (4/4)Don't jeopardize a potential job with an email slip-up
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Keep your emails with a prospective employer or recruiter succinct, honest and professional, writes Jennie Ellis. Make sure you spell the recipient's name correctly, and don't address an email, "To whom it may concern." Glassdoor (3/29)
