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When ‘wrong’ is right at work

When bad email etiquette is a good thing, why you shouldn’t be afraid of making mistakes and how to make your own rules at work: Three experts weigh in.

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Email backlash at the office?

Technology takeover: Computers have pushed human interaction out of the workplace. Some companies are taking steps to change that — and you should too.

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When machines take over our lives

The new Davos buzzword? Hyperconnectivity. Our lives are becoming even more intertwined with devices.

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Inside a law firm’s “royal space”

A “French touch” at Baker & McKenzie’s Paris office, where 18th century design comes to grips with modern privacy demands. Take a look inside.

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Cut commuting costs in 90 seconds

The more time you spend in the car, the more you dip into your wallet. These tricks can shorten your commute and save you money.

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Playing Russian roulette

While companies worry about physical safety of employees visiting Russia as the Olympics starts, the real dangers remain far harder to detect.

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The death of the paper CV?

Creative job-seekers are turning to YouTube and Vimeo to introduce themselves to potential employers. Should you?

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China’s own Silicon Valley

Young Chinese are taking the country, and increasingly, the world, by storm with their Internet startups. Here’s how — and what’s next.

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Save on car repairs in 90 seconds

Even with today’s ultra-computerised autos, it’s possible to diagnose problems yourself and save on repair costs. Here’s how.

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Where money is made of plastic

The notes people carry in their wallets may not always be made from paper. What you need to know — the good and bad — about high-tech plastic currency.

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Declutter and save in 90 seconds

You can save money, and even earn a little extra, with something as simple as clearing your desk, your wardrdobe or your stack of bills.

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Take a quiz, get a career

You can discover what television character you resemble and what type of cheese you are, but should you let a web test determine your career path?

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Ride an entrepreneur’s coat-tails

Earning your first million needn’t involve your own genius. By backing the latest rising star, you could ride your way to riches.

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Cut disaster costs in 90 seconds

Take simple precautions now to guard your savings in case of storm, flood or fire

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Ralph Nader wants you to get paid

The iconic US activist and former presidential candidate has a new target: global corporate giants — and their money.

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Unemployed? Use the time wisely

Don’t settle into a routine of job-searching and sleeping late. Instead, do these six things to stay on track and get back to work better than before.

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Expect the unexpected

Vending machines dispense gold, culture abounds and powerful people come to be seen in this Middle East city.

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Manage the brand of you — online

What should you do if you Google your own name and come up with unsavoury results? Career Coach is on the case

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When governments attack

Anyone, including you, could be the target of a hack. Anti-virus software may offer little protection, especially from a Heartbleed type bug.

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Collecting vintage watches

Men, fascinated by gears and mechanisms, are snapping up vintage watches. Here’s what collectors are looking for.

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