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☆ Low employee engagement? Managers can help turn it around with this one habit
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-24 | by ( Jeanne Sahadi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Gallup’s Quarterly Workforce Indicator surveys consistently show that managers are a linchpin to employee engagement, retention, productivity and trust in leadership. As it turns out, effective training for managers is not a thing at many workplaces. “I would say 99% of employers don’t provide effective training — and I’m not exaggerating there,” said Ashley Herd, a former human resources executive who founded @ManagerMethod. In fact, how managers speak with employees — and how often — can go a long way to building employees’ trust and commitment, according to Gallup. Have that person then lead an internal training for managers and another one for employees about how to work with their managers.

☆ Tigers have personality traits similar to human extroverts and introverts, researchers say
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-08 | by ( Alia Shoaib | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Tigers have personality traits similar to extroversion and introversion in humans, researchers have found. Tigers that score higher on "majesty" eat more, have higher group status and mate more often. Tigers that scored for "majesty" were highly rated on words such as dignified, confident, and fierce and placed low on terms like withdrawn oterms feeble. "Steadiness" in tigers was associated with high ratings for words like friendly, gentle, and loving but ranked low for words such as aggressive or cruel. Abdellaoui told The Guardian that the words were all initially Chinese, and some of their meanings might be harder to translate.

☆ I got laid off from my Netflix job 2 months after moving to LA. Here's how I networked my way into A24 and got my career back on track.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-22 | by ( Eboni Boykin-Patterson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

McKenzie Bugg moved from a small farm town in Maryland to LA after being hired on a Netflix series. The show was canceled and all of the artists were laid off, two months after Bugg's arrival. I was later hired for the same role at Netflix and moved to LA for the job, but things didn't quite go as planned. I got a great job right after graduatingA director at Adult Swim saw my work on social media and offered me my first animation job on 'Tuca and Bertie.' The news that we were being laid off was really suddenI was really enjoying my job and my coworkers too.

☆ This 38-year-old introvert makes $2 million a year—3 things she always does to 'look and feel more confident'
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-22 | by ( Selena Soo | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

People are often shocked when I tell them I'm an introvert, especially since my job involves a lot of socializing and relationship building. There are many misconceptions about introverts: We're shy, we don't like to socialize, we don't take risks. Here are three things I always do to look and feel more confident:1. When I feel less confident, I turn to my "praise folder" that I created on my iPhone. At networking events, I remind myself that I don't have to talk with everyone in the room.

☆ The 2 qualities that set introverts apart in job interviews: They're 'actually a strength'
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-21 | by ( Gili Malinsky | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

The job interview is a social endeavor. While some people thrive in social situations and love meeting new people, others find these interactions stressful and anxiety-provoking. For introverts, for example, the job interview can be especially taxing. 'Introverts are thoughtful listeners'"In general, introverts are thoughtful listeners who often need to think carefully about what they're going to say before speaking," says Frana. "Being an introvert is actually a strength because they do take that time to process and filter their responses," says Owens.

☆ Are you 'The Achiever' or 'The Enthusiast'? Why so many people—including your boss—are obsessed with the Enneagram test
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-21 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

Even if you haven't taken the Enneagram test yourself, you may have been roped into a conversation about it. The Enneagram is 'focused on internal emotions rather than external behaviors'Unlike other personality tests, the Enneagram has an unlikely foothold in disparate communities. Howe, who lives in Pasadena, California, grew up taking the Myers-Briggs Test and other personality tests, but said the Enneagram is different. She first heard of the Enneagram test from a friend but didn't take it seriously until she read "The Road Back to You." Like astronomy or other typologies, every Enneagram test result is positive.

☆ I thought I was an introvert, but what if I'm just a shy narcissist instead?
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-20 | by ( Rebecca Knight | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Insider's new work-advice column centers on a shy introvert who worries she might be a narcissist. I always thought that because I wasn't aggressive or self-aggrandizing, I couldn't possibly be a narcissist. To be clear, I'm not a professional shrink — and I'm not above getting carried away by the gospel of online personality quizzes (ahem! You're an introvert or, perhaps, a highly sensitive person, depending on the theory you subscribe to. "You might not like your manager's solution, but they may have identified a problem that you hadn't thought of.

☆ I worked in Tesla's Nevada Gigafactory. I loved my job, and it had little to do with Elon Musk.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-01 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

A Tesla production associate said they loved their job at the Gigafactory in Sparks, Nevada. They said their work was challenging and inspiring, and rarely directly involved Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Working at Tesla isn't all about Elon MuskI wish people understood that working at Tesla is not like what you see in the news. The production associate said their work had little to do with Elon Musk. The people that pushed carts with supplies could get 20,000 to 30,000 steps and it could be a really labor intensive job.

☆ I used the viral 'monk mode' productivity hack to transform my morning routine – here's how it works
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-23 | by ( Ella Hopkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

"Monk mode" is the practice of working on just one task and not giving in to distractions. I use 'monk mode' for deep, head-down focus. I first heard about monk mode on YouTube two years ago. I start monk mode at 6 a.m., before I get dressed, take a shower, or do my daily yogaMy day is split into two sections: monk mode and everything else. I like having a clear separation between monk mode and the rest of the day at my desk.

☆ Perfectionism can be your biggest enemy—but it’s simple to fix, says mental health author
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-12 | by ( Natasha Piñon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Mental health author Morra Aarons-Mele disagrees. Too many people think that "if we don't give 100%, if we're not perfect, it's a judgment on us," she adds. Unlearning the most painful parts of your perfectionist tendencies can start today, Aarons-Mele says. Learn how to recognize the signsThere's a reason you've been clinging onto perfectionist tendencies this long, Aarons-Mele says: They probably seem to work for you. Longer term, perfectionism usually leads people down one of two paths, neither of which are good for you, Aarons-Mele says.

☆ A neuroscientist shares the 4 ‘highly coveted’ skills that set introverts apart: ‘Their brains work differently’
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-07 | by ( Friederike Fabritius | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Here are four highly coveted skills that set introverts apart from everyone else:1. One Harvard study found that introverts' brains work differently, and have thicker gray matter compared to extroverts. This ability to focus intensely is a key characteristic of introverts, who often have more extended focus than extroverts. Because they enjoy spending time alone, introverts tend to be more willing than extroverts to put in the hours alone necessary to master a skill. Introverts tend to be less swayed by external events and driven more by their inner moral compass.

☆ I'm a shy introvert who read 'How to Win Friends and Influence People.' Here are 3 ways it made me more likeable and a better salesperson.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-05 | by ( Jen Glantz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Jen Glantz recently read "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie. The book provides 30 different principles around how to make people like you more, influence their way of thinking, and be a better leader. After finishing the book, I spent two months implementing a few of the main points in my personal life and business interactions. Rather than provide feedback or even share my own journey as an entrepreneur, I listened and responded with follow-up questions. As a solopreneur who didn't get a business degree or go to business school, I'm constantly having to find ways to grow my skills and expand my knowledge.

☆ Early retiree says breaking these 6 ‘society rules’ helped him save $1 million: 'I wasn't born rich'
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-01 | by ( Steve Adcock | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The self-made millionaire says he got rich by investing wisely, living a frugal life, and breaking society rules. At the time, I had $900,000 saved, and within a few years was able to accumulate a $1 million net worth. Here are six society rules I broke to become a millionaire at 38:1. Most people's passions are creative, and it can be more challenging to earn a high salary in a creative field. It could put you in a position for raises, promotions and other opportunities to make more money down the line.

☆ This one side hustle for introverts can bring in thousands of dollars in passive income per month
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-29 | by ( Gili Malinsky | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

These are pretty social hustles, though, and if you're more of an introvert, spending your off-time interacting with others can be draining. Rachel Jiminez opened her Etsy store in 2019 and sells hundreds of printables ranging from Christmas scavenger hunts to digital planners. February might be a good time for Valentine's ideas, April might be a good month for Easter-based ideas, and so on. Jiminez perfected her Etsy-selling skills after taking Julie Berninger's course about opening an Etsy store for printables. She herself brings in about $1,000 per month in passive income from the site.

☆ 'Buy the latte,' says CFP—save more by focusing on 'needle movers' instead
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-28 | by ( Ryan Ermey | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

These days, Camp is a certified financial planner and owner of Camp Wealth, where her advice to clients skews a little differently. Here's why she says you're better off focusing on one-time, major financial moves rather than dwelling on the day-to-day. "If I don't buy a latte every day, it will save me a good $2,000 a year," she says. If a car is totally necessary, even "buying a car that's a few years old rather than a brand new one" can be a needle-mover, Camp says. To that end, "knowing how to really effectively negotiate your salary and knowing your worth are really important," says Camp.

☆ I run a 7-figure online stationery store I started on the side while working as a pharmacist — here's how I grew it
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-26 | by ( Irene Kwong | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Irene Kwong is the founder and CEO of stationery company Simply Gilded. She started the business on the side in 2015 while working as a pharmacist. I became a pharmacist in May 2009 after eight years of school and more than $100,000 in student loans. When I first started, I reached out to another business owner I really admired who owned a pen shop called Pengems. Know that it's never too late to start something new and to find success in what you're inspired to do.

☆ Harvard neuroscientist: The 'most underrated' skill all successful people have—'especially introverts'
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-25 | by ( Juliette Han | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The most underrated skill that successful people, especially introverts, have is the ability to write clearly. Before you communicate an idea or request, decide on the best format to deliver your information. For example, if you are sharing research involving complex data, then a PowerPoint displaying charts and images may be the best format. Format the email so it's easy to read on phone screens (e.g., short, bulleted sentences). If your message exceeds one page, create a separate document to attach and use the email to provide highlights.

☆ I'm the former VP of HR at Microsoft. It's super common to not like your manager — here's what to do about it.
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-25 | by ( Chris Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Chris Williams is a former VP of HR at Microsoft and a podcaster, consultant, and TikTok creator. He says it's very common to not like your manager and that he's been on both sides of the situation. I'm a former VP of HR for Microsoft and I can assure you that if you're feeling this way, you're not alone. Because you don't have to like your manager to work well with them — you just have to share common ground. Chris Williams is the former VP of HR at Microsoft and a leadership advisor, podcaster, TikTok creator, and author.

☆ Five officers and medics plead in death of Elijah McClain, who was injected with ketamine while handcuffed
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-20 | by ( Deon J. Hampton | Deon J. Hampton Is A National Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

Woodyard, who placed McClain in a chokehold, forcing him into unconsciousness, will be tried alone. That night, three Aurora police officers responded to a report of a suspicious person wearing a mask and waving his arms. Police body camera video released later showed officers ordering McClain to stop. He responded that he was an introvert and to “please respect the boundaries that I am speaking.” After questioning McClain, the officers grabbed him. One of them said he believed McClain had reached for a holstered gun, and McClain was brought to the ground.

☆ The 8 'rarest' types of employees—they 'simply outperform everyone else,' says career expert
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-10 | by ( Catherine Kaputa | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

As a career and branding expert who has consulted CEOs and big companies like Google and Microsoft, I help people discover what differentiates them from their competitors. Based on my 40 years of experience, here are the rarest types of employees who simply outperform everyone else:1. You can be impulsive and change your mind a lot, which only serves to heighten your creativity. They often diverge from the norm in their thinking, and they're not hampered by what other people think. The Target MarketerYou not only understand your target audience, you connect with them deeply.

☆ Tips to Navigate Networking As an Introvert Without Getting Drained
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-10 | by ( Roxanne Klein | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Therefore, I utilize several tips to assist me in making networking events as successful and painless as possible. Having exciting news to discuss during the networking event will be highly beneficial. Although you're probably not interviewing for a job, it's good to think of networking events as if you are. The mindset of asking questions and actively listening assists me tremendously during networking events. My final suggestion is to not plan networking events back-to-back.

☆ A senior executive assistant at Uber and self-described introvert shares the LinkedIn strategy that launched her career in Big Tech
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-02 | by ( Elle Hardy | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Katie Thomas is a senior executive assistant at Uber and a former assistant to Postmates' CFO. Before that, she was the executive assistant to Postmates' chief financial officer. Thomas Googled the executive assistant at Salesforce and saw that she had an impressive background. Getting a "good vibe" from email exchanges, Thomas said, she asked if the other executive assistant wanted to get a coffee or a drink. Thomas said that they went for a drink a few weeks later and that the executive assistant "really helped me think through what my next steps would be."

It’s quite remarkable.”In his first five-year term on the Standing Committee, Wang ran the party's secretariat, an organ responsible for day-to-day affairs. In Xi's third leadership term, Wang is on track to be in charge of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, an advisory body. "All the major slogans, from Jiang Zemin to Hu Jintao to Xi Jinping, seem to have come from Wang Huning," Lam said. 'AMERICA VS. AMERICA'Where most Standing Committee members have experience such as running a major city or province, Wang is an academic. During 1989's pro-democracy student protests, Wang told Xia not to stand with the students, a warning Xia did not heed.

Economic worries have made this holiday season particularly stressful for some. The holiday season can bring out the absolute worst in some kids. Some parents welcome that break from structure, and that’s OK. “Parents get to decide what works and what doesn’t work with their family,” Dr. Naumburg said. “Gratitude and savoring are the opposite.”Dr. Kurtz recommended starting a simple gratitude practice early in the holiday season. As the holidays unfold, make an effort to savor the season, Dr. Kurtz said.

☆ I quit my tech job in Seattle because I was miserable — here's how I moved to Los Angeles and started over as a freelancer and content creator
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-04 | by ( Dayana Sabatin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Dayana Sabatin was working in tech in Seattle and feeling miserable with her career. She decided to make a major life change — so she moved to Los Angeles without a clear plan. So I made a plan and left my life in Seattle behind to move there. Since then, I've made a life for myself in LA — I'm a writer, blogger and YouTuber — but getting here was a journey. My family felt blindsided by the news that I was moving.

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