Over the past several decades, the Internet has transformed business, turning markets global. At the same time, traditional forms of networking haven't died. This article describes some surprising--and often ignored-- psychological benefits of having a strong online or traditional network (or both) in place. | Read More →

Most coworkers are great to work with, wanting to see everyone on their team succeed. But there a few bad apples in every barrel. These "toxic" coworkers can make going to work agony. This article outlines some of the behaviors toxic coworkers frequently engage in so that people can handle the toxicity appropriately. | Read More →

As obesity rates climb, employees across the nation hear the same message: Exercise at work to lose weight! Every little bit helps! The reality isn't so rosy. This article discusses why exercising at work is logistically problematic and largely ineffective for most people, and what employees and businesses should do instead. | Read More →

Renting a property can be a great way to generate some extra income. If you don't safeguard the home, however, you quickly can lose out on any financial returns, and you might even open yourself up to legal liabilities. This article offers a checklist of areas to address when trying to keep a rental property functional, protected and comfortable. | Read More →

Gyms are popular fixtures in American cities and towns. This doesn't mean they're necessary or a good investment, however. This article identifies half a dozen key reasons why buying and maintaining a gym membership doesn't make sense. | Read More →

In the modern corporate environment, most workers see the ability to multitask as a must. According to science, however, rapid task switching actually can be detrimental to productivity, emotional stability and health. This article explains precisely why multitasking is harmful, delving into areas such as the fight-or-flight response and novelty bias of the prefrontal cortex. It also offers recommendations for eliminating multitasking. | Read More →