Avoid the Perils of Employee Inbreeding
It's human nature to gravitate to people who are like you, and that holds true in the office as well. But a company full of clones is no way to encourage change and innovation.

Feng Shui Your Way to Productivity
Trying to figure out how to get motivated after a long weekend? Here's how a little redecorating can go a long way to boosting your energy.

Top Five Best Office Pranks
There's no better teambuilding strategy than getting everyone together to pull off good old-fashioned office shenanigans.

Interviewing Must-Dos
Do you talk more than you listen when interviewing? Here's how to skip the small talk and go straight to what matters most when evaluating a job candidate.

Ask Great Questions
The best way to get good answers is to ask better questions. Learn how to solicit more useful information from employees with these three tips.

How to Manage Struggling Employees
Is a new hire not up to snuff? Most managers ignore this problem for way too long. Exec coach Leila Bulling Towne explains how to address the issue quickly and effectively.

Keeping Your Cool
Being a passionate manager isn't a bad thing -- in fact, it means you care about your job. But letting your emotions get the best of you does not an effective manager make. Here's how to calm down.

How to Avoid Jet Lag
A few proven tips on how to combat time-zone fatigue. (Hey, if they work on mice, they'll work for you, too!)

Read Free Magazines on Your iPhone
Perfect for killing time in the airport: Zinio's free online magazine library.

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