Common career mistakes and how to overcome them Career stagnation can stem from common mistakes such as trying to "have it all," neglecting networking, avoiding difficult conversations and burning bridges. "The people who are unhappiest in their careers are the ones who haven't been honest with themselves about the objectives they want to prioritize," says Joseph Fuller, a Harvard Business School professor. "And what they're willing to give up to meet them." Full Story: ThomasNet News (2/5)
Take charge of your own professional growth It is important to take personal responsibility for professional growth and that waiting for your company to step up can lead to stagnation, writes John Nolan, an industrial organizational psychologist. Nolan suggests spending two hours a week as part of your job on setting goals, seeking opportunities and continuously improving skills. Full Story: Psychology Today (2/5)
How long do I wait to follow up with a hiring manager? Job seekers can improve their chances of getting a response from hiring managers by following the application instructions precisely, waiting at least a week before following up and finding a specific person to contact. Applicants should be clear and concise in their communication, highlighting their fit for the role. Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (2/5)
The return to office movement is gaining momentum. This analysis of workforce dynamics reveals a substantial shift towards in-person work, yet satisfaction and burnout levels remain consistent across different work models. Experts stress that the logistics of getting workers back into the office is only part of the puzzle. Equal attention must be paid to planning what those workers will do once they get there. Full Story: McKinsey (2/6)
Private sector added 183K jobs in Jan. US businesses added 183,000 jobs in January, surpassing expectations of 150,000, per data from payroll provider ADP. The labor market remains strong with unemployment stable at around 4%. Consumer-facing industries such as health care and restaurants drove hiring while manufacturing lagged. Full Story: MarketWatch (tiered subscription model) (2/5)
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Ore. bill: Only people, not AI, can be called nurses Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill specifying that only human beings can be classified as nurses amid the rise of AI in health care. A Thailand-based company has been marketing an "AI nurse," and Hippocratic AI is developing AI health care agents that can complete non-diagnostic tasks at a cost of about $9 per hour. Full Story: The Lund Report (Portland, Ore.) (1/30)
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Swimming vacations have surged in popularity since the pandemic, offering a unique form of slow travel ... and a heckuva workout! Companies like Swim Trek and Strel Swimming organize trips where participants swim between destinations, supported by boats that transport gear. Full Story: BBC (2/5)
SmartBreak: Question of the Day
When the board game Monopoly was patented in 1904 as The Landlord's Game, it didn't come with tokens. In 1935, six were included. Which of these tokens was added in the 1950s?
