If you're interested in discussing a promotion with your manager, schedule a meeting so you can talk about your accomplishments and a suitable plan for reaching the next level of your career, says Samantha Wallace of Korn Ferry. "It is never a good idea to walk into a boss's office and demand a promotion," she says.

IT professionals shouldn't neglect their interpersonal skills or forget the importance of networking events, writes Paul Heltzel. Also, they should be ready to pursue opportunities outside of IT.

If a co-worker tends to stop by your desk and distract you, tell your colleague you'd like to talk, but you need to finish your current task, advises Richard Moy. If it's a work matter, offer to make time in your schedule to discuss it later.

The growing movement against workplace sexual harassment is a good start, but systemic change and more women in leadership are required to truly change the situation, Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg says. Women might experience backlash if the situation is not handled correctly, Sandberg wrote in a Facebook post.

It's easy to make spelling mistakes such as using the present tense of the verb "lead" when you actually meant to use the past tense, "led," writes Mark Abadi. Also, take care not to use the word "insure" when you mean to say "ensure."

Although Christmas songs can initially lead to happiness and a positive sense of nostalgia, repeated listening can result in boredom and annoyance, according to researchers. Frequent listening to holiday music can oversaturate your brain and compound stress over work, money or family issues, researchers claim.