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Time Business News
14 hours ago
- Time Business News
10 Laptop Hacks Every User Wishes They Knew Sooner
Whether you're a remote worker, frequent traveler, event planner, or IT professional, your laptop is your lifeline. Yet, most users only scratch the surface of what their machines can do. From extending battery life to boosting performance, these ten laptop hacks can significantly improve productivity and ease of use — no new hardware required. Let's dive into the hacks every user wishes they'd learned years ago. Too many background apps starting with your laptop can drastically slow boot times. To streamline performance: Windows : Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager → Startup tab → Disable non-essential apps. : Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager → Startup tab → Disable non-essential apps. macOS: System Settings → General → Login Items → Remove unwanted apps. Real-World Example: A marketing agency noticed reduced boot time from 58 seconds to just 18 seconds by disabling Slack, Zoom, and Dropbox from startup. Battery life is precious, especially on the move. Nearly all laptops have built-in power-saving settings — but most users don't optimize them. Actionable Tip: On Windows , go to Settings → System → Power & Battery → Enable 'Battery Saver.' , go to Settings → System → Power & Battery → Enable 'Battery Saver.' On macOS, enable 'Low Power Mode' from System Preferences → Battery. Pair this with reduced screen brightness and Wi-Fi toggling when offline for even longer battery sessions. Using your laptop as a second screen boosts multitasking without spending on an external display. On Windows : Use the Project to This PC feature. : Use the feature. On macOS: Use Sidecar with an iPad or Luna Display for cross-device display. Example: Event organizers often use this trick to monitor registration tools on one screen and control digital signage from another. Running out of space? Don't rush to delete photos or documents — reclaim it intelligently. Try These: Windows : Use Storage Sense (Settings → System → Storage). : Use (Settings → System → Storage). macOS: Use Manage Storage in About This Mac → Storage tab → Optimize Storage. Clear temporary files, duplicates, and cached data. Tools like CCleaner or CleanMyMac can automate the process. Cutting down on mouse usage can significantly boost your workflow. Popular Shortcuts: Alt + Tab (Windows) or Cmd + Tab (Mac) : Switch between apps quickly. or : Switch between apps quickly. Windows + V : Access clipboard history. : Access clipboard history. Cmd + Space (Mac): Launch Spotlight search. Pro Tip: Learn shortcuts for your favorite apps like Excel, Zoom, or Adobe Creative Suite — it pays off fast. Juggling multiple projects? Use virtual desktops to separate workspaces by task or client. Windows : Press Windows + Tab → Add Desktop. : Press Windows + Tab → Add Desktop. macOS: Use Mission Control → '+' sign in the top right. This setup helps IT staff or freelancers isolate browser sessions, presentations, or development tools without clutter. When your touchpad fails — or you want hands-free control — turn your smartphone into a trackpad. Apps like Unified Remote, Remote Mouse, or Apple's Remote App allow seamless control for presentations, media, and navigation. Use Case: At corporate events or training sessions, users often pair phones to control slides without standing near the laptop. Most laptops default to 'Balanced' mode, but you can create custom profiles for performance, meetings, or travel. On Windows : Control Panel → Power Options → Create a power plan. : Control Panel → Power Options → Create a power plan. On macOS: Use third-party apps like Turbo Boost Switcher or set up automation via Shortcuts. Hack: Create a 'Zoom mode' with reduced screen brightness, camera optimization, and Wi-Fi preference for smooth video calls. Overheating causes throttling, reduced performance, and shorter hardware life. Tips: Use a laptop stand to improve airflow. Clean out vents monthly with compressed air. Avoid placing your laptop on soft surfaces like beds or couches. Bonus Tip: Keep Task Manager (Windows) or Activity Monitor (Mac) open to spot resource-heavy apps heating up your system. Many users delay backups because they don't want another subscription. But Windows and macOS offer built-in, free solutions. Windows : File History → External drive or network location. : File History → External drive or network location. macOS: Time Machine → External drive setup. Schedule weekly backups, especially before travel or updates. If you're using laptop rental devices for events or short-term projects, backups become even more critical to prevent data loss. Laptops are more than just mobile computers — they're powerful tools, often underutilized. Whether you're managing a team, running a business, or organizing a conference, these laptop hacks can save time, improve performance, and simplify your tech life. Explore which ones fit your routine and start implementing them today. And if you're working temporarily or organizing an event, laptop rental services can help you access high-performance devices without the long-term investment. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- Health
- Buzz Feed
30 TikTok Products That Are Actually Worth The Investment
An undetectable mouse jiggler if you work from home and get the sudden urge to dash out to run an errand or walk the dog. (Priorities, right?) This helpful gadget lets you stay "active" on Gchat, Teams, or Slack in the meantime! A set of antimicrobial toothbrushes for those mornings when you might not get around to flossing, but still want to get a deeper clean than a regular toothbrush can give you. The tip of each of these tiny "floss" bristles are as thick as a single human hair and reach deep into the grooves of your teeth for a cleaner, fresher mouth. COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence because it will soothe and rejuvenate your skin so effectively, it'll make you think the exact opposite of "ew" when you think of snail mucin. It can also give your skin a natural "I woke up like this" glow that has earned it over 86,000 ratings with an average of 4.5 stars! A set of affordable, highly popular wireless Bluetooth earbuds that might even give your AirPods a run for their money. They come with several silicone ear pads so that they mold perfectly your ear, and they're fully waterproof! So if you want to have a live concert in the shower without disturbing your roomies, by all means. 😌 A fabric defuzzer because you want to give your favorite sweater of five years another chance before you're forced to toss it. It removes fuzz, lint and pills from your most used pieces of clothing and adjusts to all kinds of fabrics. We are over having our OOTD be ruined by those annoying fuzzies. A Bissell multipurpose carpet and upholstery cleaner, which is likely to become your BFF when it comes to tackling the toughest stains in your home. This little machine's strong spray and suction can easily remove spots, stains, and odors. Use it in your car too — it's compact and portable! Or a bagless, touchless stationary vacuum so that clean floors no longer mean that you have to struggle with hair clumps that keep falling out of the dustpan or wrestle with a heavy vacuum. This'll magically suck up all that dirt you sweep up so you can go on about your day. A lightweight quilted jacket for that effortless yet chic look. It's got thick, insulating fabric and a classic, slightly faded look. An EasyWring microfiber spin mop that is so easy to use, it would've probably let Cinderella get to the ball on time. It has a hands-free wringing system and is made to reach into those ~extra~ dusty corners. Who knows if we'll ever not complain about having to mop, but at least this brilliant invention will give you clean floors that makes it look like you totally love it. A set of two traceless adhesive shelves for those of us that have a thorough shower process with many heavily used products but not a lot of space. This lets you keep everything neatly organized in one area! A firming eye cream because it brightens and firms the sensitive skin around your eyes using the powers of vitamin C, vitamin E, rosehip seed oil, and hibiscus flower extract. Say buh-bye to under-eyes that make you look like a Tim Burton character. 👋 First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant lots of reviewers with keratosis pilaris and similar skin conditions swear by. This'll help you gently exfoliate rough patches and dry bumps so that your skin looks and feels ~silky smooth~. A Yonanas fruit soft serve maker that'll satisfy any and every ice cream craving, since it lets you create a concoction *specifically* to your liking! It transforms any frozen fruit into an ice cream or sorbet texture so you can enjoy a chilly treat right from the comfort of your own home. A set of "floating" kitchen knives because not only will it look stylish and chic on your kitchen counter, but these knives will slice through meats, bread, fruits, and veggies like no one's business! A pair of lightweight legging-style joggers, which have a tapered design and a stretchy waistband that'll probably make them one of the most reached-for pieces in your closet. And let's not forget the side pockets. 😍 A set of moisture-wicking extra soft cooling bedsheets that'll welcome you with a wonderfully cooling hug, even if it's just for a *much-needed* midday nap. They've helped countless reviewers with insomnia, night sweats, and overheating issues. Plus, they come in so many gorgeous colors — one for every aesthetic! A set of Wad-Free pads if you're done struggling with damp, wrinkled sheets after running them through the dryer. These will stop those sheets from tangling and twisting during wash/dry cycles so they come out fresh, clean, and dry the first time. A super-chic minimalist glass tumbler for anyone who thinks "phone, wallet, keys, COFFEE" every time they leave the house. And for those of you who aren't the best at drinking water (shhh, we're not talking about me right now), having this cute bottle of H2O with you might help you remember to stay hydrated! Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream if you want to be known for your absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS scent. Enriched with caffeine, guarana extract, and coconut oil, this miraculous little jar of cream will help tighten *and* smooth your skin like nobody's business. BYO Blush Oil — gone are the days of getting a blush only to find out it's anything other than the perfect rosy tone on your cheeks. This oil is designed to react to the pH of your skin so you get a lovely tint specific to *your* skin tone! A slim magnetic stove shelf, which quickly fastens on the top of your stove and gives you easy access to all your most used tools, oils, and seasonings while you listen to music and harness your inner Martha Stewart. A discreet, easy-to-install portable door lock for when you're traveling or staying in an unfamiliar place. This is perfect for giving you some extra security (and peace of mind)! A delightfully practical Stojo collapsible travel cup because it collapses into an itty-bitty, easy-to-store (and easy to travel with!) size. Bonus? You can easily reheat it in the microwave, unlike other travel mugs! A longline sports bra with a classic V-neckline. It's made of sweat-wicking fabric and goes with, well, anything! Pair it with your fave biker shorts or leggings and you'll be able to go straight from your errand-packed morning to your afternoon spin class. A tin of Cirepil blue wax beads so that you can ditch breaking the bank (the pros use this wax anyway!). Now, you can do it yourself. 😉 It removes your finest *and* coarsest hair in minutes. Beware: It'll be almost impossible to stop stroking your skin because of how utterly soft it'll end up feeling. And don't worry — for how effective it is, it's super gentle! A large capacity rotating makeup organizer because it'll display all of your everyday beauty essentials and have them super easily accessible while taking up almost no space! A true lifesaver, if you ask me. A compact rolling desk bike to help you get your workout in while answering what you hope is the last email of the day. It has enough room for your laptop, notebooks, phone, coffee mug, and even has a cupholder right under the desk surface. Not only does it let you squeeze some cardio into your day, it also helps you maintain good posture! A six-outlet wall charger, which comes with two USB fast-charging ports and a night light so that the charging station in every room of your home is nice and organized. It's just the thing you need for larger chargers that take up too much space! A cable cord-concealing box if you actively avoid looking at that jumble of wires and cables in the corner of your living room. This elegant box keeps the mess hidden while also keeping your kids/dogs away from messing with them. A pair of high-waisted quick-dry running shorts which give you top-notch comfort and mobility. These come with an elastic waistband, a relaxed fit, and drumroll please... side pockets!
Business Times
a day ago
- Business
- Business Times
Turning Singapore into a productivity powerhouse with AI agents
AS GLOBAL trade becomes more fragmented and uncertainties grow in 2025, Singapore is increasingly vulnerable to structural shifts in the global economy. These external pressures, coupled with a tight labour market, present a challenge to Singapore's growth prospects. As the nation celebrates 60 years of remarkable growth and transformation, the focus is on navigating the path ahead. Labour tightness means forgone economic output. A McKinsey manpower market report estimated that gross domestic product in 2023 could have been 0.5 to 1.5 per cent higher in the advanced economies if employers had been able to fill their excess job vacancies. In Singapore, the labour shortage is pronounced, with 164 job vacancies for every 100 jobseekers as at December 2024. The need to drive productivity gains is therefore patently clear. Combining productivity growth with meaningful work However, in addition to productivity, we must also emphasise the long-term creation of good jobs in order to drive growth. In a recent speech, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam urged the audience to think about productivity more broadly, including tapping artificial intelligence (AI), so as to 'maximise our potential to create good jobs for everyone who wishes to be in the workforce'. Those displaced by creative disruption should have opportunities to transition 'not just into flipping burgers, but into new jobs in other sectors', he said. Singaporeans must be engaged in meaningful work that enables them to have fulfilling careers. This includes work they are passionate about and that offers opportunities to stretch themselves and achieve personal growth. For example, an educator's role should be designed to focus on the heart of effective teaching such as developing and adapting lesson plans, 1:1 student interactions and providing individualised support versus administrative tasks such as record-keeping and coordination. Today, desk workers globally report spending a whopping 41 per cent of their time on tasks that are 'low value, repetitive or lack meaningful contribution to their core job functions', according to research by Slack. There is a clear opportunity for AI and automation tools to help refocus energy toward high-value activities. In Singapore, AI adoption could unlock up to S$198.3 billion in economic benefits by 2030. However, it is in solving the twin issues of productivity and meaningful work where digital labour can truly shine. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up The digital labour revolution enables AI agents – autonomous software tools that perform specific tasks on behalf of users – to augment the human workforce. It will be key to reshaping the labour landscape in Singapore, driving long-term growth, and creating meaningful work for all Singaporeans. Realising real productivity, beyond co-pilots and virtual assistants AI agents are more than co-pilots. They present a transformative opportunity for Singaporean businesses, offering a digital workforce that can collaborate with humans to streamline operations, boost productivity, reduce costs, drive scalability and foster innovation. Businesses would be able to augment human capabilities with reliable, autonomous AI agents that operate 24/7, significantly enhancing productivity, efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness. In fact, human resource leaders in the Asia-Pacific anticipate a 37 per cent rise in employee productivity and a 25 per cent reduction in labour costs with agentic AI, according to our recent Digital Labour research. With an AI agent as their right-hand man, workers can now look forward to new opportunities for strategic work. In this landscape, re-skilling is key. This includes building not just hard skills in technology and AI, but also doubling down on soft skills such as critical thinking, adaptability and empathy. For businesses operating in a tough macroeconomic environment, AI agents can help drive topline growth and deliver superior customer experience. For example, Singapore Airlines will use AI agents to help streamline its customer service operations and free up human representatives to focus on providing personalised attention to customers. AI agents open up a plethora of opportunities for Singapore small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) as well. A DBS survey found that 60 per cent of SMEs are looking to expand beyond Singapore in 2025. For these resource-light businesses, AI agents can be the catalyst that can help them make the leap to new markets. For instance, a retailer expanding to new markets can leverage agents to efficiently scale customer service and manage the jump in customer inquiries. Agents can take over time-intensive tasks such as responding to customers, modifying orders, issuing returns and managing inventory without human intervention. Bridging the imagination gap and embracing agentic transformation Truly capturing the transformative power of AI agents demands a deliberate leap beyond incremental improvements. Singaporean business leaders must actively cultivate a visionary mindset, moving beyond simply applying AI to existing workflows. The initial focus on automation risks overlooking the profound reshaping of work and business models that agentic AI enables. Recognising AI agents not just as tools but as a disruptive force is crucial. While agents offer unprecedented scalability, they also present a risk: The rapid displacement of traditional business models by agile newcomers. To counter this, Singaporean enterprises must proactively rewire core processes and functions to forge effective human-agent teams. This strategic reimagining of work, centred on upskilling Singapore's workforce, will be key. By placing human needs – both as employees collaborating with AI and as consumers interacting with AI-driven offerings – at the heart of this evolution, we can unlock truly dynamic and sustainable new business models. Time for decisive action Agentic AI offers Singapore businesses the opportunity to finally break free from the manpower limitations that have plagued them for decades. The next 60 years will be about building resilient businesses, unlocking new productivity frontiers and fostering innovation. AI agents offer a unique pathway to achieve this, creating not just efficiency but meaningful work. Now is the time for decisive action. Business leaders must move beyond incremental adoption and embrace a visionary approach to integrating AI agents into their core operations. Policymakers should continue to proactively foster an environment that encourages innovation while prioritising reskilling and workforce transformation. By collaboratively seizing this agentic opportunity, Singapore can forge a future of sustained economic growth, enhanced competitiveness, and a thriving workforce empowered by the limitless potential of digital labour. The writer is senior vice-president and general manager, Salesforce Asean
Forbes
a day ago
- Business
- Forbes
In A World Of AI, A Great Domain Means You're Building For Real
Right now, it feels like there's a new product launch every hour. You can't blame people. The tools are all there. With AI, you can spin up a landing page, write copy, generate a logo, create a promo video, even build a semi-working MVP. You can go from idea to something that looks like a real business in a weekend. That used to take months. But the strange part is, the more polished things look, the less believable they feel. That's the downside of speed and scale. When anyone can create anything, trust becomes the scarce resource. A name might seem like a small detail. A domain might feel like a technicality. But when people are deciding what feels real, what's worth their time, their trust, or their money, your name is often the first and strongest signal they get. We've seen this again and again. And we've felt it ourselves. Logos can be templated. Copy can be AI-generated. Testimonials can be written by ChatGPT. Even team pages can be faked with stock images and made-up bios. But your domain? That's real. You don't accidentally own a strong domain. You don't fake your way into a name like Drift, Loop, Slack or even Atom, which we chose when we rebranded. Great names feel clean and timeless. They carry weight. They tell people: we're serious. We're staying. We rebranded from Squadhelp to not long ago. Squadhelp had served us well. We built a strong business under that name. But over time, we outgrew it. We weren't just helping people come up with names anymore. We were evolving into a full brand platform, with our own marketplace, AI tools, and other building blocks for startups. We needed a name that matched that shift. Something broad, modern, and foundational. When became a possibility, we knew it would be a big investment. But we didn't hesitate. Almost immediately after the switch, we saw the difference. Organic traffic went up. CPCs dropped. And across the board, we saw more trust — from customers, partners, even cold leads. People stayed longer. They took us more seriously. The shift in perception was real. And when perception changes, outcomes follow. A good name reduces friction. You don't have to explain where the hyphen goes. You don't have to clarify the spelling. You don't have to keep reminding people what your company does. The name does some of the work for you. It gets you attention. It earns a second look. And over time, it builds brand memory. The kind that compounds. I've never met a founder who bought a great name early and regretted it. But I've met plenty who waited too long, lost the name they wanted, and now spend every day working around it. At Atom, we're seeing more demand for one-word domains that feel human. Not robotic. Just clean, intuitive words that sound like something people already trust. Names like - all of which recently sold on AI can generate endless combinations. But human language feels rare now, and that rarity makes it valuable. Founders aren't just buying names. They're buying identity. Something to build on, something that lasts. Right now, AI is making it easier than ever to build. But that also means more of the same. The same naming patterns, the same page structures, the same GPT-written headlines. Most startups feel like variations of each other. That's why the ones with strong identity, real voice, real positioning, and real presence stand out even more. A great domain name won't make your company. But it will make people pause. It gives you a shot at being remembered, and that shot is getting harder to come by. AI is going to keep changing how we build. That's not a bad thing. But as creation becomes cheaper and faster, the things that can't be copied — trust, clarity, conviction — become more valuable. Your name sits at the center of all of that. It's not just what people type in their browser. It's what they feel when they hear about you for the first time. It's how they remember you later. It's what gets passed along in conversations you're not in. And in this moment, with more noise and speed than ever, a great name might be the most human thing you have.
Int'l Business Times
a day ago
- Int'l Business Times
AI Is Rewriting Your Email Habits—One Auto-Suggest at a Time
Welcome to Tech Times' AI EXPLAINED, where we look at the tech of today and tomorrow. Brought to you by Human hands on deck: AI tools may handle the output, but real people are still behind the keyboards training and correcting the systems that power them. Even when we think we're in control, AI is often guiding what we type—and sometimes finishing our sentences for us. Your inbox is changing, and not just because there's a new Gmail theme. AI is working in the background and nudging you to send "quick replies," summarizing long email conversations, and deciding which email should show up at the top of your list. This goes beyond simply managing your email and is now more about shaping how you deal with it. This stuff isn't limited to chatbots or photo apps anymore. AI is baked right into your everyday tools—offering replies in Gmail, pulling key points out of Outlook threads, and surfacing messages in Slack before you even search. It's doing more than we realize, and sometimes it's even talking for us. So what happens when your inbox starts running itself—and you barely notice? The Silent Invasion AI has been in your inbox longer than you probably realize. At first, it was spam filters, defending you from the endless come-on of advertisers. Then came Smart Replies, then Smart Compose, and now there are a ton of background processes to help us manage the firehose of email we get on a daily basis. They're quiet, not loud and flashy, and they offer us a gentle, time-saving nudge that most of us are all too happy to take advantage of. And that's really the point: AI has gotten really good at blending in. Most of us don't even notice it's there at this point. You think you're managing your inbox on your own, but, honestly, a lot of the sorting, responding, and prioritizing happens before you even put your hands on the keyboard. It's invisible, and that's by design. Who's Doing the Talking? AI is becoming a visible presence in our communication tools—bridging human intention and machine suggestion. When was the last time you typed out a full email reply instead of just hitting one of those suggested buttons. I'll bet it's been a while for all of us but the most directly AI-averse of us. It's tempting to lean on AI-generated resopnses. They're quick, clean, and get the tone close enough to right not to matter. Unfortunately, these words we send aren't really ours. AI shapes the way we communicate, too, with autocomplete suggestions and full-blown thread summaries. It's not just Google, either. Even Outlook offers writing help (as does Apple's Mail apps), and even Slack uses AI to surface what it thinks is important. All these little direction shifts add up to a larger one: you're still hitting the Send button, but AI is the one steering the tone, structure, and maybe even the intent. It might not be a bad thing, but it does make us wonder who's really driving this bus. Gmail: The Friendly Ghostwriter Gmail offers Smart Compose, one of the most visible examples of AI guiding our email behaviors. It's still easy to ignore, but it does offer real-time sentence suggestions while you type. It will finish phrases, add little pleasantries, and keep you on track for a professional, clean tone in your final product. Type "I hope y..." and it will likely finish with "...you're doing well." You can start with "Let me know..." and you'll probably get something like "...if you have any questions." It might be the most likely set of words that follow your initial typing (LLMs work with statistical models), but it ends up subtly shaping how we communicate. It's polite, neutral, corporate, and more than a little bland. Of course, there's also Smart Reply, which hangs out at the bottom of messages from your Inbox with single-click responses like "Sounds good," "Thanks for the update," or "Will do!" It's a bit better than LinkedIn's vapid auto-replies, but not by much. Google says that these types of AI-generated replies make up a large portion of email responses on mobile. They sure save time, which makes them irresistible, but they do standardize our tone and responses. The more we use them, the more we're letting Gmail do the talking. It's likely you wouldn't have responded to your best friend from high school that way, but it's just easier to hit the Reply button. Sure, that's way better than attending the meeting, but who is creating your professional voice? Outlook: Your AI Meeting Translator Now that Microsoft's Copilot is literally everywhere in their operating systems and PCs, it's no surprise that Outlook, the ubiquitous email program, uses AI to manage your tone. It takes it even further, though, and even manages your content. Thread summarization will come into play when you open a long email chain, generating a short summary of all the key decisions, deadlines, and action items from within the chain. It's super great for time management, but it's also a sort of filter. You're relying on what the AI believes are the key takeaways, a summary that can strip away more subtle context and softer verbal cues like parentheticals. Copilot even drafts full replies and meeting recaps based on your own calendar or email history. If you miss a meeting, for example, Copilot can just create a follow-up email that summarizes what was discussed based on transcripts and notes. Sure, that's way better than attending the meeting, but who is creating your professional voice? You or AI? Behavioral Shifts AI makes inbox management easier, but at what cost to human attention, tone, and authenticity? What's changing isn't just how we write, but how we think about email at all. The more we use the replies and summaries that sand off the rough edges of true human communication, the more everything starts to sound the same. If you're relying on quick replies and other AI-generated responses, so is everyone else, making it less likely to produce real progress or work product. We're all writing fewer full replies, reading less of the full threads, and probably feeling less urgent to respond at all. AI makes writing emails easier, but it also flattens it all out into something that would feel right at home in a tech support ticket. What Now? Of course, the big question is now what do we do with all this AI in our inboxes? You don't have to swear it off completely to have a little more control. First, just notice when AI steps in - are you clicking "sounds good" out of habit, or is that really what you want to say? Try something a little quirkier, just for the heck of it. Maybe a, "If you say so, my lord" if it's someone you know and like. If you get summaries, try reading the whole thread. It might take a few extra minutes, but seeing the subtleties of human communication (assuming the emails weren't also written by AI) can help you really understand what people are trying to say, beyond the circling back and action items. If your email lets you tweak the amount of AI in your settings, do it. Turn off Smart Compose for a week and see how it feels to just write stuff on your own and in your own voice. You don't have to ditch the tools completely, but it's good to stay aware of how they're subtly changing the way communicate. Then you can decide for yourself how much or little of that you want. Because let's face it, not every email from your boss warrants much more than a "sounds good." Originally published on Tech Times
