Looking ahead to less-robust 2019
By Jill SchlesingerTribune Content Agency
Thanksgiving week provided investors with a healthy reminder: When the bear reveals his teeth, the results can be nasty.
Health & Advice
By Jill SchlesingerInterpersonal EDGE: Finding ways to work with ADHD
By Dr. Daneen SkubeTribune Content Agency
Q: I have ADHD and find my workplace challenging. I've told my manager that I struggle with this issue, but he does not care. I cannot help that my brain wiring is different than my co-workers. How can I get my manager to give me latitude on my work?
Interpersonal Edge: How women can tame the apology reflex at work
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
Q: I'm a female senior IT professional, and the older I get, the more I notice how often I apologize during the day. I consider that I have good interpersonal skills, but I wonder if apologizing frequently is undermining my reputation. How and when do you recommend your clients apologize at work? Do you find women apologize more than men?
Interpersonal Edge: Practice making the world you want at work
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
Q: The older I get the less I like people. Integrity is missing and kindness is rare. Other than staying home with my dog, how do you look forward to a workplace where a whole lot of people simply suck? I'm not saying some people are not wonderful, but they seem to be the exception.
Jill on Money: Lessons from this year’s tax preparation
By Jill Schlesinger
Tribune Content Agency
Your 2017 taxes are done. Congratulations! But you're not done yet.
Interpersonal Edge: Fix this one flaw for success
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
Q. Is there one character flaw that is most harmful to a successful career? I’m starting 2018 really examining my strengths and weaknesses and am a huge fan of this column. I thought your experience would give you a good sense of what people do that most hurts their chances of success?
THE KID’S DOCTOR: When is the best time to potty train?
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com
Every parent wants to know when their child will be ready to potty train. A study that was published in an issue of the Journal of Pediatric Urology is one of the first to show that timing of potty training children seems to be more important than the technique.
The Bereaved Employee: Returning to Work
Going back to work after a death in the family is difficult. Getting back to normal will take time.Source: https://americanhospice.org/the-bereaved-employee-returning-to-work/
Buyer Beware: Tips for Safe Online Shopping
Presented by Sara Frank-Hepfer, CFP®, AAMS®
Looking for power tools? A vintage Chanel purse? A living-room sofa? Millions of shoppers are bypassing brick-and-mortar stores, as well as their respective websites, in favor of purchasing such items from individual online sellers. For many people, sites like Craigslist and eBay offer a chance to save on everyday items and luxury products, both new and used—all from the comfort of their own homes.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: Detailed history can help determine penicillin allergy
It is important to give a good description of your child's medical history to determine allergies to medications.
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