Multitasking isn't just bad for productivity, it's also bad for our brains. A recent study from the University College of London suggests that multitasking on several devices at once can actually hinder your brain's cognitive ability. [contextly_sidebar id="S01qcvpOjdry4rIfVVZG0Mhqopzkk8iU"] Neuroscientists Lee...
Many jobs come with odd hours that can ultimately start to affect your health. From the early morning hours seen by flight attendants or a bartender's late night, this shift work can actually lead to a decline in different areas of your well-being. A new study suggests that...
Looking for the latest anti-ageing technique? All you have to do is spend less time sitting. A recent study published in the British Medical Journal found that standing helps to protect your DNA from ageing. Sitting down shortens telomeres, which are protective caps at the end of chromosomes. These shortened...
Commuting is one of those aspects of your life that will either bring you hours of misery a week, or can help give your mood and energy a little boost. A recent study from British researchers found that spending long periods of time in your car is making you unhappy....
Flextime is one of those perks that can help to attract and retain high-performing employees. But, it turns out flextime is just a pretty, shiny new toy that employers like to hand out. A new study found that employers still want workers to get to work early, regardless of flextime...
People of all walks of life and professions have to make a myriad of decisions based on ethics every day. Resisting unethical temptations requires effort and energy. Throughout the day, our energy wanes, and so does our self control. According to the Harvard Business Review (HBR), people are more likely...