Quick tips for unplugging after work It may be easier to unplug from technology when you leave work if you schedule family time in advance, writes Rachel Bitte. Avoid responding to after-hours emails, and try to find hobbies that force you to unplug from your phone and computer. The Muse (12/21)It's OK to say no sometimes Take time for yourself each day, and get over the guilt of saying no if you want to avoid work burnout, writes Joel Garfinkle. "Saying no means you are committing to the best quality for the tasks you already have, and maintaining your own balance, so you can stay on top of your game for the long haul," he writes. SmartBrief/Leadership (12/18)
Update your LinkedIn profile photo regularly so an outdated photo doesn't hurt your credibility, write Jane Burnett. Also, fill in the description box and all other fields so colleagues recognize you and potential contacts can learn more about you. Ladders (12/20)
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Execs identify top qualities for job seekers A good cultural fit is one of the most important qualifications for job seekers to have, according to Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian. Capital One looks for candidates that have researched the company before applying, said UK Human Resources Director Mike Lynch. Glassdoor (12/18)
Mo. city shows off world's largest Christmas stocking Sedalia, Mo., has created the world's largest Christmas stocking, which was officially measured at 177 feet,10.75 inches long and 72 feet, 8 7/16 inches wide. The Guinness Book of Records team was on hand at Mathewson Exhibition Center to document the occasion. The Sedalia Democrat (Mo.) (12/19)
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