Fast Company Daily
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Stories, tips, and advice on how employees, managers, and businesses are working smarter, all from Fast Company and all in less than five minutes each weekday.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 5min
If you’re struggling to find focus after vacation, read this
For the skeptics and lifelong multitaskers who insist they’re proficient and productive, multiple studies have been done to bust the myth that you can pull off the juggling act with aplomb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 28, 2024 • 9min
"Initial results of several hotly-contested state Assembly primaries offered a view Tuesday night into which way the political winds are blowing for New York City Democrats — with most incumbents holding onto their seats and maintaining the status quo. "
These five tips can help you improve your email communication skills and ensure that you come across as sincere rather than cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 27, 2024 • 4min
The Great Resignation is over, but workers still want to quit
In a new PwC survey, 28% of respondents said they were likely to switch jobs within the next year—up from 19% in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2024 • 5min
What to do when your boss is demoralizing your team
There are steps you can take to maintain agency and steadiness at work, even when your boss constantly changes their mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 25, 2024 • 7min
How to finally go on a guilt-free vacation
If you’ve been working during PTO, you’re not alone. But it can mean returning to the office more drained than ever. Here’s how to fight that temptation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 24, 2024 • 7min
How to train your brain to embrace change
Change can be scary, but here’s how to embrace it and make it work for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 21, 2024 • 3min
Can I ask a hiring manager to reconsider if I don’t get the job?
If you don’t get the job, you have nothing to lose by asking for feedback. It shows the desire to learn and will differentiate you from other candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 20, 2024 • 5min
What matters more to success, talent or hard work? A psychologist explains
The relationship between talent and effort is rather more complex than people think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 19, 2024 • 7min
How to set boundaries at work, even if you’re new
“In the beginning of your career, you can feel invincible—like you can do anything,” says this expert. “But the brain needs rest and breaks to perform at its peak capability.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 18, 2024 • 4min
Burnout is leading more employees to turn down promotions
Not all millennials and Gen Z workers are looking to advance in their careers, and some are actively looking to move down the career ladder, says this expert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
