Discomfort
News and Articles About Discomfort
Robots
Study Says People Get Turned On by Touching a Robot's Privates
Though it's not always and necessarily sexual arousal.
Productivity ![Anne Fisher]()
The Air You Breathe at Work May Be Slowing You Down
The culprit is carbon dioxide, according to a series of studies since 2012.
Office Space
4 Tips for Working Comfortably at Your Desk
It is important to feel comfortable at your office in order to increase your efficiency and protect your health.
Success ![Tasha Eurich]()
Discomfort Is What You Feel When You're Growing
Science assures us that we learn, grow and change the most when we are dealing with what's unfamiliar.
Travel ![Laura Entis]()
Flying Economy Stinks. Here Are Some Ways – Crazy and Otherwise –That People Want to Make It Better.
They range from redesigning the way we board, to redesigning the cabin and seats themselves.
Resilience ![Gib Mason]()
5 Ways to Build the Resilience You Need to Succeed
Every career includes setbacks and even disasters. Prepare yourself while times are good.
Make More Happen ![Jayson DeMers]()
5 Sacrifices Every Entrepreneur Must Make
Business is, at its core, a give-and-take process. The more you invest, and the more you're willing to part with, the more you'll reap in rewards in kind.
Careers ![Natalie Bounassar]()
Here's Why You Need to Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
Career and professional growth don't just arrive at your doorstep without your taking the leap.
Business Travel ![Laura Entis]()
This Little Gadget Caused an Epic Airline Passenger Brawl
A United Airlines flight was diverted after using something banned by most airlines: an anti-reclining seat device called the Knee Defender.
Business Travel ![Geoff Weiss]()
This In-Flight Gadget Prevents Pushy Passengers From Reclining Their Seats
While ethically dubious, the Knee Defender is likely to appeal to business travelers all too familiar with the crammed quandary of flying coach.
Networking ![Jeff Shore]()
Crawl Out of Your Hotel Room 'Rock' and Embrace Networking
For those who don't naturally spark conversations with every person they encounter, here are four steps to take.
Sales ![Jeff Shore]()
Why Should You Embrace Discomfort? Opportunity, Of Course.
Uncomfortable situations are common in the sales world. Get a leg up by being prepared.