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Why Not Taking Any Breaks At Work Is Scarier Than Dating Taylor Swift

Ok, maybe that headline was a bit dramatic. Still, we got your attention. A new study suggests taking brief mental breaks improves performance on a prolonged task. While the claim that taking a break at work helps improve performance may not be revolutionary to most of us, it's nice to see scientific support. Stepping back from tasks at work actually improves focus throughout the day and improves daily performance. Meanwhile, we're finishing this blog from opening day at Palace Coffee Co.'s new location 5 blocks...

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Social Networking Should Be Clear and Meaningful

Clear and Meaningful Social Networking So you've heard back from a follower on a social site like LinkedIn or Twitter. Great! They've been watching your posts and want to know more about what you do. Now, you've got their attention. But, how do you keep it? And, more importantly, how do you turn attention into a closed deal? Most deals take a minimum of 7 or more attempts to close after making a proposal, statistics say. That means you have a long...

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