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Work and politics can be a bad mix — but it's hard to know where to draw the line

Tech Insider : Politics
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It can be difficult to leave politics behind when we go to work.

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Crying at work isn't always a bad thing. An HR expert shares her advice for getting emotional in the office.

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Crying at work can show people you care about your job and make you appear more human, according to HR expert.

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A woman gave 2 weeks' notice but was fired on the spot. Employment lawyers say it's not ethical, but it is legal.

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Employers can fire staff for any reason in most US states.

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There's a double-edged sword high performers face at work, and it's costing employers their talent

Tech Insider : Economy
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Good feedback is vital for retaining top performers, though they are the ones who aren't getting it (stock image).

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Why you should avoid 'quiet vacationing' to prevent burnout and boost productivity

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Jennifer Kraszewski, the chief human resources officer at Paycom, said employers need to do more to encourage workers to take their PTO.

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Gen Z strikes back

Tech Insider : Economy
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A PIP means you've probably already been quiet fired, says management academic

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Catherine Rymsha, a management lecturer at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, said a PIP is usually an invitation to leave a company.

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A personal finance TikToker claims unlimited PTO is the 'biggest scam.' Career experts say she has a point.

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Experts say unlimited PTO could be a sham (stock image.)

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I'm an HR professional with 10 years of experience, and I would never do these 3 things at work

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Valerie Rodriguez suggests hanging out at company functions for only an hour or two.

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It's suddenly a whole lot harder to get a promotion

Tech Insider : Economy
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