Let’s face it—openly disagreeing with someone in a way that’s constructive and non-condescending can be tough. But, when that someone is your boss? Things suddenly get a whole lot trickier.
How to Disagree With Your Boss Without Getting Fired
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Point Out the “Default Future” to Refocus an Aggressive Conversation
When a conversation starts turning into a full fledged argument, it’s hard to pull it back to calm things down. Over on Harvard Business Review, they suggest pointing out where the conversation is heading to make it easier to pivot into something more useful.
Clear Out Old Devices From Your iCloud Account
If you’ve owned a lot of Apple devices over the years, your iCloud account is probably cluttered with iPhones, iPads, or Macs you no longer own. This can be a little annoying, especially if you’re using two-factor authentication . The Sweet Setup shows off how to clear them out.
TweetDeck for Windows Is Officially Dead
TweetDeck has long been our favorite Twitter client for Windows , but today Twitter announced it’ll kill the Windows version on April 15th.
Get Up To 60% Off Post-it Products For The Brand’s 35th Anniversary
Whether you’re setting a reminder or making a mural , you can probably find a use for Post-it notes. Amazon’s discounted a whole stack of their products, and not just notes, for the brand’s 35th Anniversary, so stock up. [Post-it Sale]
Don’t Be Duped By “Percent Off” Discounts When You Go Shopping
“40% off” and “70% off” sales make it seem like you’re getting a great deal, but these percent off sales are just another sales trick. At many retailers, the “regular price” is a lie fabricated by the store.
Three Rates You Should Look at When Evaluating Colleges
Choosing a college is a huge decision, and there are so many things to consider. One college admissions officer suggests using the “three rates” for each college to make sure you’ll make the right choice.
How to Navigate the Confusing and Expensive World of Medical Billing
Not long after a visit to the emergency room or any serious medical procedure, the bills start showing up in the mail. Some look like duplicates, many are hard to decipher, and some actually aren’t bills at all. Here how to decipher and identify all those confusing pieces of paper before someone comes looking for money you didn’t know you owed.
Keep a Complaint From Turning Into a Fight by Starting Gripes With “I Would Like”
When your spouse or partner does something to annoy you, it’s easy to bring up the topic in a way that suggests blame. Even if they are at fault, that approach often leads to a fight. To avoid arguing, try telling your spouse what you want instead of just airing your grievances.
ProtonMail Is the Easiest Way to Send and Receive Encrypted Emails
Web/Android/iOS: Concerned someone might be able to intercept or snoop in on your email messages? ProtonMail is a free, open source email service that will protect your privacy and security. It’s also dead simple to use.
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