Why specializing early doesn't always mean career success | David Epstein

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How to turn off work thoughts during your free time | Guy Winch (re-release)

Feeling burned out? You may be spending too much time ruminating about your job, says psychologist Guy Winch. Learn how to stop worrying about tomorrow’s tasks or stewing over office tensions with three simple techniques aimed at helping you truly relax and recharge after work.Th ...  Show more

How to be a great listener | Maegan Stephens, Nicole Lowenbraun

Have you ever left a meeting thinking: everyone talked, but nothing was achieved? Chances are that people were listening to each other, just not in the same way. Listening experts Maegan Stephens and Nicole Lowenbraun unpack the four different ways to listen, sharing a practical ...  Show more

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