IS YOUR MANAGER MUM ABOUT AI?
Silence is fueling the AI anxiety spreading through workplaces. Recent data shows that only one in five employees has heard from their manager about how AI will affect their job. Want more eye-opening stats? Read more by clicking here.
FEEDBACK: WE NEED IT–BUT IT CAN BE STRESSFUL
Let’s be honest–giving and receiving feedback can make anyone uneasy. But feedback is also one of the most powerful tools for learning and career growth. The latest episode of The Intern Experience offers practical strategies for easing feedback anxiety and turning each conversation into a confidence-building moment. Click here to watch and learn how to make feedback your superpower.
DON’T SHORTCHANGE YOUR ZZZZZsss
One of your best performance boosters isn’t a drink, a supplement, or a snack–it’s sleep. This Forbes article breaks down the science behind how better rest leads to better results at work.
THE RAP ON GEN Z
Gen Z is often labeled “lazy” or “entitled,” but The Guardian reports that these criticisms mirror the stereotypes once aimed at millennials and Gen X. Experts say the real shift is in workplace values–not work ethic. Read more.
KEEP IT SHORT OR RISK LOSING RECRUITERS
Overexplaining in interviews could be holding you back. Fast Company explores how “answer inflation”–packing too much into your responses–turns off recruiters, and why concise, targeted answers perform better. Read more.
SMARTER MEETINGS START HERE
Too many meetings drag on without outcomes. This Harvard Business Review article unpacks proven strategies to keep discussions focused, productive, and engaging.
NEW JOB? HERE’S HOW TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS FAST
Starting a new role can feel overwhelming, but making the right connections early can accelerate your success. Fast Company shares straightforward tips to help you build rapport and feel at home quickly. Click here.
THE SCIENCE OF STARTING FRESH
Feeling stuck? You don’t need to wait for January 1 to reset. Psychology Today digs into the “fresh start effect”–how meaningful dates spark motivation–and how you can leverage mini fresh starts throughout the year. Read more.
9-TO-5 IS FADING–ARE YOU READY?
The traditional 9-to-5 may be gone by 2034. In this Forbes article, author Jason Wingard breaks down why fixed schedules are fading and how today’s professionals can stay ahead in a more flexible, skills-first work world.