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They say you spend over a third of your life working, so you might as well love what you do. Whether you are loving every second of work, searching for a new career, or just trying to make the workday a little more bearable—Reader’s Digest is here with the tips, tools, and strategies to help you get to work.

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23 Email Etiquette Rules You Still Need to Follow

Email etiquette rules change as fast as technology—make sure you stay on top of them!

What Not to Say When Asking for a Raise—and 7 Things to Say Instead, According to Negotiation Experts

Negotiating a raise is all about empathy, compromise and asking the right questions. We have info on what not to...


17 Things to Say in an Interview to Land the Job, According to Hiring Managers

This is your chance to show them that you're the ideal candidate. Here's what to say in an interview if...


12 Polite Habits Job Interviewers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

Are We Failing Our Teachers?

With poor working conditions across the country, our teachers are struggling

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The Best Way to Charge Your Device Will Make Its Battery Last Way Longer

Let's hope you'll never be stuck with a dead smartphone or laptop again.


I’ve Been a Hiring Manager for 12 Years—Here’s Why You’re Not Getting Hired

These tiny mistakes can make the difference between getting the job and getting cut, especially in a tight job market....

11 New Business Etiquette Rules That Will Help You Get Ahead in 2024

Feeling clueless about modern business etiquette? To be successful in the workplace (both virtual and in person), these are the...


Lazy-Girl Jobs Are Trending with Gen Z—Here’s How to Find One

Lazy-girl jobs aren't actually lazy—and they're not just for girls. Here's what you need to know, according to career experts.


These 3 Most Commonly Misspelled Words Are Sabotaging Your Job Search on LinkedIn

Don't undermine your job search with a typo-ridden LinkedIn profile!


15 Red Flags That You’re Interviewing at a Toxic Company

When it comes to interview red flags, sometimes the writing is on the wall—and it isn’t even all that...

New Study: This Is the No. 1 Place to Retire in the U.S.

Can you guess which city earned the top spot for retirees? Spoiler alert: It's not in Florida!


5 Résumé Mistakes You’re Making That’ll Land You in the AI Black Hole

Most résumés today are filtered by algorithms, not humans. Here's how to navigate the AI résumé reader.


16 Good Habits That Will Improve Every Aspect of Your Life

Learn how to adopt smarter strategies to develop good habits, and you'll have a lifetime of peaceful, productive days ahead


107 Farewell Messages to Wish Co-Workers Well

It’s not easy to say goodbye! These farewell messages will help you find the right words for co-workers embarking...


More than 80,000 Office Chairs Are Being Recalled at These Top Retailers

In response to more than ten reported injuries, the Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall on 82,000 office...

How Habit Stacking Trains Your Brain to Make Good Habits Last

Get acquainted with habit stacking, a new way to form habits that's easy and effective enough to have everyone singing...


This Is What a Job Interviewer First Notices About You

No matter how the job market changes, one thing is certain: Interviews are all about making a great first impression.


This Is the Best State for Work-Life Balance

The top state may surprise you.


Say Hello to the New Quiet Quitting: Rage-Applying

Some people quit, others quiet quit and still other rage-apply hoping for a better job. Here's what it is and...


7 Tips You Need for Changing Careers in 2023

Some people stay in the same career, while others pivot several times. Here's how to know if it's time for...


This Is the Right Way to Approach a Salary Question in an Interview

It used to be taboo to ask about salary—while that's no longer true, there's a right way to go about...


What Is a Returnship?

For people who've taken a career break, returnships might be just the thing to get them up to speed.


5 Ways to Career Cushion Right Now

Wondering about the security of your job and if you should be career cushioning? Here's everything you need to know...


12 Stylish and Functional Work Bags You’ll Want to Bring Everywhere

We found all the best work bags for women. Toting laptops, note pads and other gear stylishly is easier than...

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Everything You Need to Know About “Act Your Wage”

Should you go above and beyond at work or should you "act your wage?"


The 3 Most Common LinkedIn Scams and How to Spot Them

LinkedIn is a valuable networking resource, but it's also attractive to fraudsters. Here's what you need to know about common...


What Is Monotasking—and Why It’s Better for You Than Multitasking

Monotasking makes you more productive and is healthier for your brain—but what is it?


These Are the Top Skills Recruiters Look for in 2022, According to an Expert

The hiring game has changed—these are the top five "skills that build skills" recruiters are looking for.


9 Things You Should Do If You’ve Just Been Laid Off

Losing your job is stressful, but this list of actionable tips will help orient you toward the future


35 Great Gifts for Coworkers Under $50 That They’ll Definitely Appreciate

Shop these personalized gifts for coworkers that let them know just how much you care—without having to ask the boss...