To inquire about flexible work without directly asking, Molly Johnson-Jones, CEO of Flexa, suggests assessing a company's culture through language used in job descriptions and interviews. Terms like "freedom" and "autonomy" can indicate flexibility, while "structured" and "traditional" may suggest a more rigid schedule.

After leaving his Ph.D. program, Miles Reding carved a niche in the freelance market, utilizing his history expertise for writing and content creation. He highlights the potential for humanities scholars to find freelance success by treating their skills as a business. Reding built an online presence, attracting clients willing to pay for history-related articles and YouTube scripts.

Developing self-management skills, including using your time wisely, setting clear goals, being adaptable, regulating your emotions and holding yourself accountable, can help you excel at work and home, says Alexis Mobley, an executive coach and CEO of I, Matter! Coaching & Consulting. Begin by evaluating your current routines, habits and reactions to build awareness of where you may be struggling, then make small changes to build better habits, Mobley recommends.

A designer who was overlooked for promotions found that relocating her desk to a more visible area led to more opportunities. "Being physically present in the new workspace, I was assigned to projects I wanted to be on almost overnight," she said.

The job market is increasingly competitive, with 7.6 million openings and many applicants per position, especially for those with degrees. This means job seekers must carefully target jobs and customize resumes and cover letters for each role's application, advises Sergei and Vadim Revzin. Rather than merely quantifying achievements, job seekers should ensure every metric on their resume is quantified and provides clear context.

Networks can accelerate experience capital, with job opportunities often arising through referrals within a network, making them crucial to advancing women's careers, according to research by McKinsey. Women should also take an active role in seeking out mentors and sponsors -- an entrepreneurial skill that will take them far -- to enhance career growth opportunities.

As people age, they experience a natural decline in sleep efficiency, REM and deep sleep. These shifts can be influenced by hormonal changes and can worsen health problems associated with aging. However, adopting healthy sleep habits and therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy can help delay aging effects. The article emphasizes the importance of addressing sleep issues early to prevent them from worsening with age.

The story of Valerie, a missing dachshund on Kangaroo Island, has captured international attention. Despite being lost for more than 500 days, sightings suggest she is alive, sparking both admiration and concern. While her owners remain hopeful for her return, some locals wonder if the story is a hoax, while others fear she may disrupt the island's ecosystem. The Kangala Wildlife Rescue team is actively working to locate her, highlighting the challenges of balancing animal welfare with environmental conservation.