Look within your company for new positions, even if they are in different departments. You may be able to leverage your good track record to gain an edge over external job applicants, Dawn Graham writes.

Instead of saying "um" or "you know," use pauses to collect your thoughts, calm nerves and strategically build suspense with your audience, Noah Zanda writes. Through practice, you can become more aware of when you use crutch words.

Potentially combative discussions can be navigated successfully by being prepared, such as writing out your thoughts on paper and assuming the other person has positive intentions, writes Eric Torrence. Empathize with their position and apologize for any mistakes to trigger a conciliatory response, he writes.

The cost of wages and benefits paid to US workers increased 2.8% in the 12 months through June, the biggest gain since September 2008, the Labor Department said. Increases in benefits topped wage growth in the second quarter.

You may come across as overeager in job interviews if you talk too much or oversell your strengths, Niya Allen-Vatel writes. Avoid this by treating the interview like a business meeting with back-and-forth dialogue.

When you're in a career rut, a shift in mindset can often get you back on track, Timothy Sykes writes. Some tips for this include setting specific career goals and focusing on time management.

Clark Kent Apuada, age 10 and known as "Superman" to his friends, beat Michael Phelps's 10-and-under record for the 100-meter butterfly by more than a second at the Far Western championships this past weekend. Phelps set his record in 1995.