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Art Markman

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How to use AI to give yourself a head start at a new job

A new job comes with a steep learning curve. Used thoughtfully, AI can help you achieve mastery faster.

23.08.2026 8

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How to get your attention span back

In a world with endless emails, DMs, alerts, and notifications, it can feel impossible to concentrate. Here’s how you can rebuild your attention span.

20.08.2026 20

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How to avoid decision fatigue

Not every decision requires 110% from you.

14.08.2026 20

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How to use AI to boost your creativity

This two-pronged approach can help you come up with novel solutions to problems.

02.08.2026 10

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Your high performer is checked out. Now what?

Three potential reasons for disengagement at work and what you can do about them.

01.08.2026 10

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When your job conflicts with your values

Whether you’re questioning a routine practice or confronting a serious ethical issue, knowing when to compromise, when to speak up, and when to move...

23.07.2026 20

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When not to use AI at work

AI can make you faster, but using it comes with a cost. Knowing when not to use it is also a critical workplace skill.

16.07.2026 20

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How to say no to projects that are a waste of your time

Being constantly busy doesn’t always create value. Here’s how to protect your time, and focus on work that matters most.

08.07.2026 30

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How to stay productive when the future feels uncertain

Economic volatility, AI, and shifting business priorities can make the future hard to predict. These strategies will help you manage anxiety.

30.06.2026 10

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How do you find a job that will make you happy?

Research suggests that lasting job satisfaction comes less from daily happiness than from meaningful work, personal growth, and a sense of control.

19.06.2026 10

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How to ask for and take time off without getting penalized

When you do ask for time off, do it with confidence. You are not asking your employer for a favor. You are using a benefit you are entitled to.

14.06.2026 20

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How to ace your summer internship

From learning workplace norms to spotting opportunities others miss, these strategies can help you make a lasting impression.

08.06.2026 40

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How to give feedback that sticks

Effective feedback isn’t just about pointing out mistakes.

30.05.2026 40

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How to repair a relationship with a colleague that’s gone sour

You don’t need to be best friends with everyone, but it’s important to be on reasonable terms with your coworkers.

28.05.2026 30

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The secret to getting assigned high value projects

Career advancement isn’t just about talent.

23.05.2026 40

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How to stay calm on a hectic day

A packed schedule can sharpen your focus, but too much pressure sends performance crashing.

10.05.2026 40

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How to build trust at a new job

Four strategies from a cognitive scientist.

07.05.2026 40

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How to figure out if AI is making you more productive

AI makes you feel like you’re more productive, but how can you actually figure out if it’s worth using?

29.04.2026 20

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A leader’s guide to getting AI right

How to avoid spending too much on AI and getting little ROI in return.

19.04.2026 40

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Four steps for better focus from a cognitive scientist

Feeling constantly distracted? It’s not just you. Our environments are filled with attention-grabbers. Here’s how to get your focus back.

08.04.2026 20

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3 tips from a cognitive scientist on how to beat decision fatigue

Decision fatigue drains your mental energy. Here are three simple strategies to stay sharp and make smarter choices all day.

03.04.2026 30

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How to help your neurodivergent employees thrive on the job

Leaders who prioritize curiosity, flexibility, and strong support systems can unlock the strengths of neurodivergent workers while building more...

24.03.2026 50

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Want a promotion? Ask yourself these three questions

Here’s how to evaluate your readiness, your organization’s situation, and whether the right opportunity actually exists.

22.03.2026 40

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How to make your career ‘future forward’

The world changes—and so must your habits, if you want to stay successful. Here’s how.

09.03.2026 30

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Staying focused in times of personal turmoil

When you’re really going through it, work can take a backseat—and should.

06.03.2026 20

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Is it time to update your career goals? (And if so, how?)

Periodically taking stock of your values can help you adjust your goals over the long term to find success and satisfaction.

05.03.2026 50

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Navigating a late-career change

It’s never too late to make a shift.

02.03.2026 40

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Higher education needs to change in order to survive the AI economy

02.02.2026 30

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Stagnating on the job? Try these strategies

25.01.2026 50

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3 questions to consider before making a career pivot

16.01.2026 40

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Why most strategic plans fail just as often as New Year’s resolutions

09.01.2026 50

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How to wind down for the year

23.12.2025 40

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How to deal with an annoying direct report

11.12.2025 40

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How to deal with an annoying boss

03.12.2025 40

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Making a good impression in a new job

20.11.2025 20

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How to deal with grief at work

11.11.2025 40

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How leaders can admit they were wrong

07.11.2025 30

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3 ways to improve the quality of your ideas

22.10.2025 40

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How to manage an employee with a second job or side gig

09.10.2025 30

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How great leaders step into new roles

30.09.2025 40

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How and why to celebrate an accomplishment

28.09.2025 40

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What to do if you get blamed for someone else’s mistakes

23.09.2025 40

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3 questions to ask to clarify confusing feedback

14.09.2025 40

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The newbie’s guide to getting the most out of AI

04.09.2025 40

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How to pick a work uniform

31.08.2025 40

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How to layoff proof your job

19.08.2025 40

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How to make a good apology

17.08.2025 30

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The subtle art of correcting your boss

09.08.2025 50

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How to deal with loneliness at work

27.07.2025 30

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How to listen to opinions you don’t want to hear

20.07.2025 40

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