To break through the inundation of workplace email, "lead with the need," suggests Aaron Orendorff, vice president of marketing at Common Thread Collective. He suggests composing your email and then flipping it to get what you're asking for up top instead of buried underneath niceties and explainers.

A new study suggests many leaders can reap interpersonal benefits and ultimately be viewed as more credible if they aren't afraid to ask questions. One key takeaway from the study is that wise leaders frame their lack of knowledge in ways that invite information, according to Natalia Karelaia.

To determine who will succeed in the company and add to its culture, Google looks for emotional intelligence in its candidates, according to Google recruiter Lindsey Stewart. Storytelling is a good indicator of emotional intelligence, during which candidates answering open-ended questions are able to show signs of good teamwork, reception to feedback and adaptability.

Leaders who help employees develop the ability to remain healthy despite stress are building strong cultures, according to Paul Bartone and Steven Stein. "When crisis or challenging situations arise, these can be golden opportunities for leaders to demonstrate [a hardy response] to stress," they write.

Discussing and accommodating for mental illness has become more common in the workplace, but you don't need to bring it up during the interview process unless to explain a gap in your work history. Even if you will need Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations, that can be addressed later, writes Catherine Guiles.

An app called Calmer You offers guided meditation, cognitive behavioral therapy work, videos and interviews to help users understand and learn techniques for managing anxiety. The app goes beyond mindfulness to provide a more comprehensive approach, developers say.

Fans of fitness no longer need to steer clear of the suds. The low-calorie beer trend that has seen Michelob Ultra become one of the fastest growing brews in the market has also fermented similar beers from smaller brewers.