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☆ I used Goblin.tools, a free AI tool to make my emails sound more professional. Even as a writer, I found it helpful.
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-02 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I've started using a free AI app that helps me tweak the tone of my emails. It helps me edit my emails to sound warmer or more direct depending on the circumstances. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Goblin.toolsI forgot about it for a few weeks, until I actually felt stumped on a professional email. If I have to deliver disappointing news, do I want to sound more professional or more passionate?

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☆ The Mediterranean diet isn't just good for your health — it's also great for your sex life
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-30 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

The Mediterranean diet is consistently ranked as the best diet for your health. AdvertisementFor six years in a row, the Mediterranean diet has been ranked as one of the healthiest ways to eat by experts. And there's another plus for the Mediterranean diet: it might also benefit your sex life. Dr. Janis Roszler , a sex therapist and registered dietician, told Business Insider the Mediterranean diet is probably the best diet out there for improving sexual health issues. The Mediterranean diet discourages excessive alcohol, with fans of the diet drinking a moderate amount of red wine instead.

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☆ Psychologists warn against oppositional defiant disorder diagnosis — it could mask deeper issues
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-29 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Children who are angry and argumentative can be diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder. Psychologists think it may oversimplify deeper causes, like ADHD, autism, and trauma. AdvertisementWhile most children throw tantrums or defy their parents at some point, there's an explanation for when it happens all the time: oppositional defiant disorder. Advertisement"When parents fear that their child has ODD, I want them to go, 'Great, we know what to do. "An old mentor of mine would always say to parents, 'You're not the agent of blame; you're the agent of change,'" he said.

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☆ 7 signs you're a highly sensitive person — even if you're a chatty extrovert
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-29 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Lyew identifies as a highly sensitive person or HSP, a term popularized by psychology researcher Elaine Aron. AdvertisementImi Lo , a mental health consultant who works with highly sensitive clients, said that more awareness of HSPs is important. You may have some sensory sensitivitiesHSPs "can be quite physically sensitive," Lo said, whether they're bothered by uncomfortable clothing, strong smells, or loud noises. Being put on the spot can also cause a highly sensitive person's mind to go blank. "If you know that you are highly sensitive, then you can actually do things to manage your sensitivity, and even use it as a strength," she said.

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☆ 4 diet changes that may help ADHD symptoms, according to a dietitian
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-28 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

ADHD symptoms can include forgetfulness, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. AdvertisementIf you have ADHD symptoms such as forgetfulness or hyperactivity, there are some simple hacks you can try to alleviate them. Gala Didebashvili/Getty ImagesBefore trying any supplements, Holwegner strongly emphasized making sure that anyone with ADHD is eating enough protein. (Some research has linked sugary foods to an increase in ADHD symptoms in kids, but so far the science is mixed .) Incorporate omega-3Getty ImagesOmega-3 fatty acids have been linked to improved ADHD symptoms in children, and there are several ways to incorporate them into a diet.

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☆ Insider Today: Your knockoff's hidden cost
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-15 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Tech: What could become of VMware employees when Broadcom's acquisition closes. What could become of VMware employees when Broadcom's acquisition closes. AdvertisementAdvertisementSo, instead of visiting the company's website, you head to one of the many e-commerce sites offering knockoffs. 3 things in techRaghu Raghuram VMwareLeaked email: The fate of VMware employees as Broadcom acquisition closes. The Insider Today team: Dan DeFrancesco, senior editor and anchor, in New York City.

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☆ I'm a New Yorker thinking about moving to the Midwest. I loved my first visit to Cleveland — except for one thing.
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-30 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Cleveland felt surprisingly walkable compared to other big citiesJulia PugachevskyOne thing I love about living in New York is not having to drive. The "Midwest nice" thing is real (and wonderful)Brewnuts in Cleveland, Ohio. AdvertisementAdvertisementBut I've found the "Midwest nice" thing to be real, and a notably different experience each time. AdvertisementAdvertisementThere was one thing I didn't like about Cleveland: The emptinessThe Arcade in downtown Cleveland. He said I wasn't imagining it: Cleveland used to be one of the biggest and most influential US cities .

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☆ The editor of an online erotica site shares 3 tips to make your romance writing immediately hotter
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-09 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Carly Pifer, founder of online erotica site Aurore, edits erotica stories professionally. It was one of the reasons she started Aurore, an online erotica community where women and LGBTQ+ writers can submit confessional-style true stories. "I want something slow, meandering, I want something that's like a tease…you're not going get straight to sex," Pifer told Insider. "I don't really care what color lipstick you're wearing and like how often as women do we really wear red lips?" Building up to sex is one of the most important parts of erotica, according to Pifer — and of intimacy itself.

☆ Leaked Amazon memo shows plans to reduce employee stock awards in 2025
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-06 | by ( Asia Martin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Leaked Amazon memo shows plans to reduce employee stock awards in 2025. The company is considering increasing the cash portion of compensation to help cushion employees against its stock price going down in the future. In other news:The late Cash App founder Bob Lee. Cash App creator Bob Lee died after a reported stabbing in San Francisco Tuesday. Silicon Valley is grieving the loss of the founder of Cash App and the former chief technology officer at Square.

☆ I'm the senior director of a $5 billion data company — here's how a mix of programming and leadership courses skyrocketed my career since college
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-07 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | Read More | Read Less | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Focusing on hard skills like data analysis as well as management helped me move up in my career. But what really put my career on a rocket ship was taking online courses from platforms like Coursera, edX, and LinkedIn Learning. For anyone looking for a big career jump, here are four lessons I learned from taking online courses — and how to make the most of online learning. Taking management courses helped me advance much faster. Mike CrabtreeBecause of taking online courses, my career advanced very quickly in a short amount of time.

☆ Google offers several low-cost online programs to help you land tech jobs — we tested one of the courses and thought it was better than a grad school class
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-04 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | Read More | Read Less | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Coursera Google IT Support Professional Certificate Learn the skills necessary to apply to entry-level IT jobs, from completing IT support tasks like computer assembly, wireless networking,program installation, troubleshooting, debugging, and customer service. Keep reading to find answers to some FAQs about Google's Coursera professional certificate programs. How much does a Google professional certificate program cost? Is there financial aid available for the certificate program? Coursera Google IT Support Professional Certificate Learn the skills necessary to apply to entry-level IT jobs, from completing IT support tasks like computer assembly, wireless networking,program installation, troubleshooting, debugging, and customer service.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Cyber Monday is here, and while it's famously a great time to shop for all things tech like TVs and smart home accessories, you can also get similarly great deals on a different genre of electronics: Sex toys. Whether you're on the market for a classic Magic Wand or Rabbit, want to try out a luxury suction toy, or have been eyeing an upscale couples vibrator, retailers from Amazon and Babeland to Dame and Maude are all offering discounts for Cyber Monday. Below, we rounded up some of our favorite on-sale items, from upgraded versions of classic toys to bedroom accessories like lube and handcuffs.

Cyber Monday sales can help you get presents for everyone on your holiday gift list before December even starts, making it your most organized and budget-friendly shopping season yet. There are plenty of great, discounted gifts out there so you can stock up (and maybe buy something for yourself, too). As the gift guide editor for Insider Reviews, I've researched thousands of gifts for every giftee, occasion, and price range. Below, I've included some of the best Cyber Monday deals we're seeing from brands that make great gifts, like Girlfriend Collective, Otherland, Brooklinen, Our Place, Baublebar, and more. For more Cyber Monday deals, check out our frequently updated Cyber Monday liveblog as well as our live sales coverage of the best TVs and under-$50 items.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. When the Black Friday deals officially roll around, it's a universal sign that Thanksgiving is now over and we're firmly in holiday gifting mode. Luckily, it also means there are plenty of great, discounted gifts out there so you can stock up ahead of the holiday season. As the gift guide editor for Insider Reviews, I spend all year finding and sharing great gift ideas for every occasion. Below, I've included some of the best deals we've seen from brands that make great gifts, like Girlfriend Collective, Otherland, Brooklinen, Our Place, Baublebar, and more.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Oprah releasing her Favorite Things list is an annual holiday tradition in its own right. Complete with personal quotes and anecdotes from Oprah herself, the list features both well-known brands and smaller startups, with gift ideas that span all budgets and interests. To help narrow down Oprah's selections even more, we rounded up what we think are some of the best gift ideas, from leggings we love to a mini Theragun we can't recommend enough.

Amazon's second Prime Day started yesterday and ends today, October 12, but there are still plenty of great deals to snag, including on beauty products. You can find more live coverage of the best deals from Amazon's October Prime Day sale here. Great Price Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask A long-time favorite here at insider, this sleeping mask keeps your lips hydrated and plumped after a night's rest. Deal Laneige Lip Glowy Balm Compact in size, the Laneige Lip Glowy Balm is great to bring on the go. Right now, it's 30% off as part of Amazon's October Prime Day sale.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. The Prime Early Access Sale is here through October 12, where you can save on all kinds of fall fashion items. Just like this past summer's Prime Day, this sale features steep discounts on style staples like cozy sweatshirts, faux leather pants, and trendy blazers. Ahead of winter weather and holiday gifting, the Prime Early Access Sale is a great time to prepare for the holiday season as well. You can find live coverage of the best deals from Amazon's October Prime Day sale here.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. The Prime Early Access Sale — Amazon's second Prime Day of 2022 — is officially underway, and if you're the type of person who likes to buy gifts before the Black Friday and Cyber Monday rush, the timing couldn't be better. Whether the people on your list love the latest tech gadgets, appreciate luxury beauty products, or could use practical items for their new baby or pet, there's something on this list for everyone — and for a fraction of the cost. Bookmark the best Prime Day lightning deals and discounts under $50 for more great gift ideas.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. It's the second and last of Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale, and from now until tonight, you can save on all kinds of fitness supplies. Like this year's first Prime Day, the Prime Early Access Sale features steep discounts on everything from Peloton gear to NordicTrack treadmills and protein supplements. Check out our favorite fitness and workout deals below.

October's Amazon Prime Day is in full swing now through midnight PDT on October 12. If you're looking to stock up on baby and parenting essentials, there are great deals going live during the fall sale event on smart monitors, Water Wipes, and more. You can also check out our list of the best deals on household and cleaning supplies to make sure you're ready for any mess that comes your way. Whether you're trying to use Prime Day deals to save some money outfitting a new nursery, stocking up on prenatal essentials, or finally justifying the cool life upgrade stuff on your wishlist, we'll be adding the best deals here for the entire event. Here are some of the best Amazon Early Access baby and parenting deals:

Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale comes at the perfect time to save on fall styles. Keep an eye on our 24/7 coverage for more ways to save during the Prime Early Access Sale. Much like this past summer's Prime Day, the Prime Early Access Sale features steep discounts on style staples like winter jackets, cozy sweaters, and blazers fit for inside and outside of the office. Ahead of winter weather and holiday gifting, the Prime Early Access Sale is a great time to prepare for the holiday season as well. Learn more about the Prime Early Access Sale here, and shop some of the best fashion deals below.

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Amazon's second Prime Day of 2022 — aka the Prime Early Access Sale — is finally here. And if you're already stressed about holiday gifts this year, the timing is perfect. Amazon's sale event covers everything from beauty and fashion products to home goods, giving you a lot of lower-cost options for all kinds of presents, including stocking stuffers. Whether you want to buy discounted nail polish or lip masks in bulk or surprise giftees with more unique, practical gifts like a smart plug, you can get all your shopping done in one go months before the holiday rush.

☆ I was a line cook working up to 80 hours a week. A coding bootcamp and online courses helped me land a 6-figure software engineering job with real work-life balance.
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-14 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | Read More | Read Less | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

He used the time to complete a General Assembly bootcamp and take online courses from Udemy. After some research, I decided to go all in on a four-month software engineering bootcamp from General Assembly — before I even knew if I'd like software engineering. After I signed up, I had about three weeks before the program started. General Assembly Online Coding Bootcamp - Become a Software Engineer Designed to help you launch your career in software engineering, this immersive bootcamp is available online, in-person in NYC, or in a part-time format. I reached out and he actually remembered me, so I was able to land a three-month unpaid internship to get started in software engineering.

On e-learning platforms like edX, Coursera, and FutureLearn, you can take thousands of online courses led by accredited universities, from computer programming fundamentals to neuroscience. To narrow down all the free options, we outlined the most popular online classes from the top 21 universities, as ranked by US News. We determined popularity by the highest number of current enrollments and included courses that are part of longer certificate programs (as you can still audit them for free). (Note: We omitted the University of California, Los Angeles, and the University of California, San Francisco from this list because don't offer online classes through these platforms.) The most popular online courses from 21 of the best colleges:

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