Limit meetings to eight people to make them quicker and more effective, and make sure attendees are people who add value to the conversation, Paul Axtell writes. Set a clear agenda that allocates time for each topic, and encourage participation from attendees.

Have a clear, central idea in your presentation, which will help to keep the audience engaged and the talk brief, says Kelly Stoetzel, TED's head of conferences. Try to tell a story you're passionate about, but make it relevant for the audience.

Continue to speak up during discussions and raise questions to your colleagues if they aren't considering your ideas when you first pitch them, Kat Boogaard writes. Consider asking your boss what actions you can take to be heard in team meetings.

Intel CEO Brian Krzanich resigned Thursday after an investigation confirmed he had violated the company's nonfraternization policy. Intel's board of directors reportedly was told last week that Krzanich had been involved in a consensual relationship several years ago with an employee in his chain of command.

Your resume summary shows what you can offer a role or organization, and it should paint a picture of the type of worker you are, career coach Lynn Carroll says. Keep it brief to no more than three sentences, include relevant keywords that are applicable to the company and role, and use descriptive language.

Highlight your achievements and go beyond what's on your resume during the job interview, writes engagement expert Ashira Prossack. Take the interview as an opportunity to ask questions about the company and talk about the value you can bring to the job.

Trained hawks are being deployed at banks, art museums, shopping malls, sporting events and farms to scare away pigeons and seagulls that have taken up residence and become pests. "Pigeons are smart birds -- they will remember where the hawk is and will seek out another venue for shelter, water and food," said falconer Bridget Maguire-Colton.