Following your passion is overrated, Mark Cuban says | Nonverbal behavior speaks louder than words | NLRB: Google's firing of Damore did not violate law
Pay attention to the things you spend most of your time on rather than what you're passionate about, says investor Mark Cuban. You'll be good at the things you put the most effort into, he says. CNBC (2/19) Nonverbal behavior speaks louder than words You'll be recognized when you enter a room if you acknowledge others with nonverbal gestures, writes Avery Blank. Sit somewhere you'll be able to connect with others, and stay attentive and alert during meetings, she writes. Forbes (2/13)
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A National Labor Relations Board attorney says Google did not violate labor law in firing software engineer James Damore after he sent a memo to colleagues stating women were not as fit for coding jobs as men. Damore is seeking class-action status for a lawsuit he filed against Google claiming the company discriminates against white, male and conservative employees. Wired (tiered subscription model) (2/16)
Your Next Challenge
It's never too late to change careers Think about your motivation for changing careers, writes Sophia Symeou. Do research to see what jobs are out there, and reach out to others in the industry you want to crack into, she writes. ABC (Australia) (2/19)Job hunt with a sense of purpose You're unlikely to find a job by blindly sending out your resume, says Gary Burnison, CEO of Korn Ferry. Build your network, and think about what will give you happiness and a sense of purpose, he says. Fox Business (2/19)
Balancing Yourself
How to be social while remaining productive at work Keep an eye on how much time you're spending on social interactions at work to limit time wasted, writes Shea Drake. Avoid social media at the office, and adopt an inclusive mindset toward colleagues. Glassdoor (2/19)
The Water Cooler
Glass walls create headaches at Apple's Calif. campus Employees at Apple's campus in Cupertino, Calif., reportedly have been crashing into the facility's many glass walls and doors. Sticky notes were used temporarily to warn employees of glass surfaces, but they were removed because they clashed with the building's aesthetics. Architectural Digest online (2/16)
