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He asked ChatGPT to write a book titled, "This book is made by AI." Inspiration arrived when I read an Insider article about an entrepreneur who'd used ChatGPT to write a children's book. I entered: "This prologue looks promising for the book 'This book is made by AI.' But I do think AI will be a great tool authors can use for new ideas. I don't think ChatGPT can ever completely replace a computer programmer because it doesn't know what the final result for each specific task should look like.

Psychologists identified traits of manipulative people and offered ways to deal with them at work. "The vast majority of people have tried to be manipulative to get the results they wanted," Largo García said. Insider spoke with psychologists and behavioral experts on how to spot a manipulative person at work. The traits of a manipulative personJordi Isidro Molina, a psychologist, said certain characteristics can help someone spot a manipulative person. Largo García suggested that if it's not possible to ignore them, you should confront them.

Insider breaks down the four qualities he said in his book were key toward boosting productivity. He developed the so-called the FASE method — focus, attention, systematization, and energy — for boosting productivity. In his 2017 book, "Lead Yourself: The Definitive Method to Be More Productive," Peralt wrote that four key qualities are essential to boosting productivity. "You need to be motivated and hungry to have a reason to start the process because, undoubtedly, it requires effort," Peralt wrote. An action-oriented attitudeAccording to Peralt, one of the most important qualities you need to improve your productivity is an action-oriented attitude.

☆ A LinkedIn recruiter shares 2 key strategies to building a strong, visible profile that maximizes your chances of getting hired
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-17 | by ( Marta Barange | Nathan Rennolds | Business Insider España | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

LinkedIn is a valuable tool for those looking for a new job, and a strong, visible profile is key. Alicia Luque is a talent-acquisition partner at LinkedIn in the Europe, Middle East, Africa area. A large network can also mean you're more likely to be recommended by LinkedIn connections for open positions, something many companies encourage their staff to do, Luque added. LinkedIn profiles that list five or more skills receive 27 times more contacts from other users, Charlotte Davies, a careers expert at LinkedIn, previously told Insider. You can also use LinkedIn's Skills Assessments feature, which allows you to carry out assessments on the skills you've listed on your profile.

David J. Lieberman is a psychotherapist who's trained members of the US military, FBI, and CIA. He talked to CNBC about six signs that someone might be a sociopath. They're often also more impulsive and dangerous than psychopaths, said David J. Lieberman, a psychotherapist who's trained members of the US military, the FBI, and the CIA. He talked to CNBC about six warning signs that might help you spot a sociopath. They show 'false humility'Displays of modesty and vulnerability are other tactics used by sociopaths to deceive people, according to Lieberman.

You may find yourself continually obeying a toxic boss despite how they treat you. Ronald Riggio, a professor of leadership psychology, told CNBC four key reasons why this happens. "A bad leader attracts henchpersons who surround them because they like being connected to a powerful person," Riggio told CNBC. 'Cognitive laziness'If you have a toxic boss, it can be very tempting to try and ignore the problem and tell yourself everything is fine because it's too much effort to do anything about it. Thinking good results mean good managementWhile you may see a manager's toxic behavior, others may just see that they're producing good results, which often hides their conduct, Riggio said.

☆ A Glovo driver died in an accident while on duty and received an email firing him for 'non-compliance' with the terms of his role
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-13 | by ( Lucas Gª Alcalde | Nathan Rennolds | Business Insider España | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Sebastian Galassi, 26, was a delivery rider in Florence, Italy, for the Spanish startup Glovo. He died on October 1 after his moped collided with a Land Rover SUV while on shift for Glovo. His family discovered an email the next day firing him, which Glovo claims was a mistake. The following day, Galassi's family discovered an email informing Galassi that he had been fired from the company "for non-compliance with the terms and conditions" of his role. A Glovo spokesperson told Insider: "We deeply regret the death of the delivery driver Sebastian Galassi as a result of a traffic accident in Florence, Italy.

Here are 10 hiring companies where you can work from anywhere in the world. It has compiled a list of companies that posted the most work-from-anywhere job listings between January and June. It said the three industries that posted the most work-from-anywhere jobs over that period were marketing, IT, and writing-or-editing services. The most popular work-from-anywhere job titles included copywriter, social-media manager, front-end developer, executive assistant, and recruiter, Flexjobs said. Here are the 10 companies that offered the most full- or part-time work-from-anywhere jobs in the six-month period.

Patricia Naranjo told Insider why this is and how to deal with added stress if you do get promoted. The 1,050 executives who were surveyed felt more overwhelmed by their work, felt lonelier, and had more feelings of depression than the 1,050 employees who took part. If you're in line for a promotion, Naranjo recommended that you ask yourself certain questions: "Do I consider myself a leader? "Too many meetings can be a source of work stress, especially if they involve several people. "It helps us to feel more satisfied at work and, therefore, more satisfied on a personal level," Naranjo said.

☆ I work remotely in places like Bali and Thailand for a month every year. I'm often up past 2 a.m. — but it's worth it to be in a tropical paradise.
▼ + stars: | 2022-05-27 | by ( David Vázquez | Nathan Rennolds | Business Insider España | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

We believed that you needed to work and live like a local to really get to know a place. Our first destination was Chiang Mai, ThailandLocated in the mountainous north, it's the second-largest city in the country. Apart from this small mistake, our month and a half in Chiang Mai opened up a world of possibilities for us. We tried to keep our routine in line with usual working hours in Chiang Mai. As more months passed, though, we thought about our experience in Chiang Mai, and the more we wanted to get away again.

Search online for comparable jobs and ask colleagues to see where you stand. Search online to find the average salary in your roleIt used to be extremely difficult to find salary information, as it was almost exclusively for recruiters. Ask yourself the following questionsIf you're still unsure if you're being underpaid, Glassdoor recommends you can ask yourself a series of questions. How to ask for a raise if you feel you deserve a better salaryIf you do find that you're being underpaid, Glassdoor also has tips on how to ask for raise. Prepare everything you have to say and, when you think you're ready, ask for a meeting with your manager.

MIT engineers have created a new material that's as light as plastic but stronger than steel. The ultrathin material was produced by using a novel polymerization process. download the app Email address By clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our Terms of Service and Privacy PolicyMIT engineers created an ultra-thin material that's as light as plastic but stronger than steel. According to the press release, the engineers used a manufacturing technique that was previously thought to be impossible — the team successfully polymerized a material in two dimensions. Melamine contains a ring of carbon and nitrogen atoms, the press release explained.

It can be tricky to make sure your current boss doesn’t find out, however. The only problem is that you have to ensure your current boss doesn't find out. There are a number of ways that you can carry out your job search without alerting your boss. So before you decide to hide your job search, think about your company's culture and your relationship with your boss. So if you criticize your current boss, it may get back to them.

Researchers from the University of Freiburg created an artificial muscle from natural proteins. According to the press release, it can contract autonomously by changing pH and temperature. Natural proteins improve biocompatibility for use in implants and other prosthetics. German researchers have now managed to create a synthetic muscle entirely from natural proteins, according to a press release from the University of Freiburg. Natural proteins had been used to make artificial muscles before.

Sam Zeloof, 22, made a chip with 1,200 transistors from homemade equipment in his parents' garage. The American wants to make chips more accessible, according to Ars Technica. Zeloof has his sights set on 2,300 transistors, the number used in Intel's 1971 4004 chip which was used in things like calculators. Aware that he lacked the facilities of big production companies, Zeloof turned to books from the 1960s and 1970s for help, according to Ars Technica. This way he could see how companies used to make chips at regular workstations.

Copenhagen Suborbitals, an amateur space program, is building a rocket to go to low orbit. Copenhagen Suborbitals' rocket is called Spica, and it would be the first manned spacecraft ever made in the third sector, according to the website. The engine team is beginning to make the first components for the engine," Stenfatt said. They're also aware that they're competing against big players like the US, Russia, China, and India, who are counting on state resources for their space programs. "We will make Denmark the fourth nation to bring a person into space when we succeed," he said.

The Lightyear One can travel more than 248 miles at 81 mph on a single battery charge. In previous tests, it traveled over 440 miles on one charge but at a lower speed. The Lightyear One is an electric vehicle produced by the Dutch company Lightyear. In recent tests, the car was able to travel over 248 miles at a speed of 81 miles per hour on a single charge of its 60 kWh battery. In previous testing, the Lightyear One traveled over 440 miles on a single battery charge.

Once this break is over and it's time to return to work, it can be difficult. Therefore, getting your career back on track after a break depends to a large extent on tackling these problems. Here are some keys to be able to start this new working stage in the best possible way, according to the experts. How to tackle an interview after a career gap — explain the break if you want to, but put it in a positive lightExperience shows that explaining the reason for a career break can help in the job interview. Few things help you find a job as well as networking, so don't be shy about indicating that you're looking for one.

Research into lithium-sulfur batteries promises to improve the useful life of current batteries. The new technology allows a 5-fold increase in energy density over lithium-ion batteries. But due to the scarcity of materials and technological limitations, it doesn't look like these figures will increase much with lithium-ion batteries. Our integrated system approach enabled us to address the overarching challenges of lithium-sulfur batteries," he continued. Through recycling bulletproof vests, it's possible to obtain the aramid fibers needed for the membrane, and it's easier to obtain sulfur than the more scarce cobalt used in lithium-ion batteries.

Researchers have built autonomous delivery robots that can climb stairs. Delivery companies are always on the lookout for the next big innovation in the sector. Some big names have also developed their own autonomous delivery robots, like Alibaba, whose robots are becoming ever more prominent in daily life in China. These robots will be used for last mile delivery and will start operating in a pilot phase this year in Esplugues de Llobregat (Spain), Hamburg (Germany), and Debrecen (Hungary). These autonomous delivery vehicles would represent "a significant reallocation of the carrier's costs and would make the service more economical and efficient than with conventional vehicles," it continues.

A Canadian company made a device that measures blood glucose by using an electrocardiogram. Users put their fingers on the device for 60 seconds for it to scan their sugar levels. Users place their fingers on the device for 60 seconds to take a blood glucose reading. The combination of all the data and the help of AI ultimately results in the blood glucose reading. For now, the Scanbo device is just a prototype.

Jetson One is a $92,000 flying car. Companies are always looking for new market niches, and flying cars are quickly becoming the next big thing. There are plans for cars that both fly and work on the road and for flying taxis that will aim to form the basis of future travel. The company's first flying car, Jetson One, is already on sale. The car can take off vertically and remain airborne, although the company doesn't specify the maximum altitude that the vehicle can reach.

A black box will be fully installed on the west coast of Tasmania in 2022. In order to record data linked to climate change, a project known as Black Box is due to launch this year. The idea is to install a black box on Earth, on the west coast of Tasmania, around 150 miles to the south of Australia. According to Interesting Engineering, the black box will record important data relating to climate change. The black box will be solar-powered, with a battery pack to support it when the sun isn't out.

South Korean researchers have made a robotic hand with a similar range of motion to that of a human. It can perform delicate tasks like using tweezers and scissors or holding an egg. These features give the robotic hand a similar range of motion to a human hand, enabling it to hold eggs, lift dumbbells, and handle tweezers. They also found that the hand can carry out delicate tasks using tools. The robotic hand is also durable.

Flooding caused by rising sea levels has increased by 247% in some areas of New York since 2000. The nonprofit Billion Oyster Project aims to restore oyster reefs in New York's five boroughs. However, in New York, a secret weapon has emerged in the fight against rising sea levels — oysters. The Billion Oyster project plans to restore 100 million oysters in New York Harbor over the next five years. New York isn't the only place in the US using oysters to tackle rising sea levels.

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