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3 Ways to Get More Done Right Now

Harvard Business

When I need to get something done in a hurry, I use three time management tactics to maximize my available time and sharpen my focus. That is 16 hours per week, or 64 per month — plenty of time to practice an instrument. Cat Yu for HBR. Meanwhile, my side hustle as a professional music producer was calling.

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The 20 Most Common Things That Come Up During Reference Checks

Harvard Business

Along with job applications, resumes, and interviews, a reference check is one of the most common parts of the hiring process. The findings also give us details on what managers and coworkers value in their employees and colleagues, and where most people stand to improve.

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