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Buzz Feed
20 hours 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!
Int'l Business Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
Hybrid Work Mirrors The Efficient, On-Demand Nature Of Streaming
As a CEO, I've found that sharing knowledge is one of the most valuable ways to engage with diverse perspectives, benchmark successful management strategies, and cultivate a resilient network of like-minded leaders who are actively shaping the companies that will influence and define the future of business across industries. It's one of the key motivations behind the launch of my 'How To CEO' series—a space for sharing real-world insights with other business leaders. A recurring theme that surfaces is the way I break down performance and take the pulse of how we're functioning as a unified company. We've all adapted to a hybrid work model , where a mix of in-person and remote collaboration has become the default, and tools like Zoom and Teams are now as routine as opening a spreadsheet. Some days, it feels like I'm navigating the company the same way I browse Netflix or Hulu—switching rapidly between channels called marketing, sales, operations, staff meetings, and board updates, each with its own storyline and pace. Still, I make it a priority not to let the digital experience replace real connection. I travel regularly to maintain in-person touchpoints across our North American offices and DC network, keeping those human interactions at the core of how we operate. Nevertheless, I've discovered that holding a consistent set of weekly operating meetings via Zoom serves a dual purpose. Not only does it allow teams to provide updates on projects, programs, and performance, but it also opens the door for broader, cross-functional teams to get a behind-the-scenes look at how the company is being managed. These weekly meetings have proven invaluable in demonstrating what success looks like in action. Each session typically features a leader with a well-defined agenda, slides showcasing key projects and timelines, and visual or video examples to illustrate progress. It's an approach that fosters transparency and alignment across the organization. The level of preparation and the detail in the plans make it apparent which teams are excelling and which are facing challenges. Furthermore, regular attendance at these meetings allows everyone to witness firsthand how we're executing strategy. With increased cross-functional awareness, we're able to drive better alignment and ultimately achieve more favorable results. Associates can stream and access a range of functional episodes each week, available at their convenience, covering various areas of the business. This practice provides a broader perspective on what's happening across the company. It's something I initiated to keep the entire organization aligned on our shared goals, mission, and the collective efforts required to support one another more effectively. These sessions also make it simple for participants to present their work and highlight their accomplishments, without the constraints of being confined to a conference room. After each meeting, I typically post my observations—what I call episode reviews—on our internal social network. This provides immediate recognition for teams across the globe and various functions, fostering a culture of real-time appreciation that ultimately drives higher associate engagement. When it comes to closely evaluating my team's performance , there are a few key practices I follow that have a significant impact on management. These practices play a crucial role in aligning everyone and ensuring we're all moving in the same direction. I regularly dedicate time to analyze performance on a week-to-week and even day-to-day basis. I'm not hesitant to dive into the details, as it allows me to identify trends, spot challenges early, and ensure we're staying on track. In many ways, the recent shift to remote work has played a significant role in transforming how we conduct meetings. In a physical office environment, it's nearly impossible to gather 40 people for a meeting without things slowing down. Coordinating schedules and keeping everyone engaged becomes a challenge. However, with this approach, we can bring many people into a Zoom room, where participants simply dial in to get a quick snapshot of performance, understand what works and what doesn't, and connect directly with managers and executives. This creates a clearer, more holistic view of the business, extending beyond the boundaries of individual departments. This strategy is a practical, hands-on approach that delivers results. It fosters better team engagement and aligns personnel with the larger vision. At the same time, it provides everyone with the opportunity to be informed about our direction and the goals we aim to achieve moving forward. Ultimately, it creates a more cohesive and informed organization, leading to better outcomes.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Boss demands 24X7 availability, even on weekends. Employee's viral complaint triggers strong comments
In many Indian workplaces, the line between professional and personal time is becoming increasingly hazy. A frustrated employee recently turned to the subreddit Indian Workplaces to vent about a troubling expectation imposed by their manager—being reachable at all hours, even on weekends. The employee explained that their manager had informally instructed the team to stay available on platforms like Teams and Outlook, even beyond regular work hours. Although the manager claimed they weren't asking anyone to 'work' after hours, they made it clear that if a message or email came through, it needed a prompt response—regardless of the time. The employee, dismayed by the demand, pointed out that availability outside scheduled work hours wasn't part of their job agreement. Even more disturbing to them was that none of their colleagues seemed concerned or willing to question it. Online Community Weighs In Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. The post quickly drew attention from fellow Redditors, many of whom criticized the unrealistic expectations. One commenter observed that no business truly needs its employees to be available 24/7. According to them, most messages and emails can easily wait until the next business day. Deadlines, in their view, are often arbitrary, and emergencies should be the only valid reason for out-of-hours contact. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You will never turn off your computer again. Undo Another user sarcastically asked if the original poster was employed at ISRO, hinting that such rigid availability might only be justified in life-or-death or rocket science-level work. The original poster responded with dry humor, remarking that their manager seemed to believe they were running a high-stakes operation. In reality, they provided financial consulting services to international clients. The job involved one weekly call with the global team, after which team members worked independently on their assigned projects. Previously, they would send status updates weekly, but under this manager, a new rule required daily updates—a practice the employee criticized as excessive micromanagement. Toxic Culture Rooted in Cost-Cutting? Others in the discussion speculated that the company might be avoiding the cost of hiring additional staff by pressuring existing employees to be available round the clock. One commenter cynically remarked that the manager was likely inflating his own performance reviews by claiming cost savings, aiming for a quick promotion. A word of caution also surfaced in the thread—many suggested avoiding open confrontation. Employees, they warned, risk being threatened with termination if they speak out. Instead, one user advised simply not responding to after-hours messages unless absolutely necessary and observing how the situation evolves. This post sheds light on a broader issue of unhealthy expectations in corporate environments, where work-life boundaries are increasingly disregarded in the name of productivity.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
US Agency to Microsoft: Get your product naming right, everything is not Copilot; Microsoft responds ….
The Better Business Bureau 's National Advertising Division has called out Microsoft for its confusing overuse of " Copilot " branding across AI products, recommending the company modify its advertising claims and clarify product functionality differences. Microsoft disagrees with the findings but says it will comply with the watchdog's recommendations. The NAD reviewed Microsoft's Copilot advertising and found that the company's "universal use of the product description as 'Copilot'" creates consumer confusion, as customers "would not necessarily understand the difference" between various AI tools bearing the same name. The watchdog specifically criticized Microsoft's claim that Copilot works "seamlessly across all your data," noting that Business Chat requires manual copying and pasting to achieve the same functionality as Copilot in individual Office applications. Microsoft's productivity claims under fire NAD also challenged Microsoft's productivity statistics, recommending the company discontinue or modify claims that "67%, 70%, and 75% of users say they are more productive" after using Copilot for extended periods. The watchdog determined that while the study demonstrates perceived productivity improvements, it doesn't provide objective evidence of actual productivity gains. The criticism comes amid Microsoft's years-long branding confusion around Copilot products. The company has repeatedly rebranded its AI tools, with Business Chat evolving from a Teams chatbot to Business Chat for Microsoft 365 Copilot, while Bing Chat Enterprise became simply "Copilot" before further rebranding. What Microsoft has to say Microsoft's AI at Work chief marketing officer Jared Spataro defended the company's approach, stating they "take seriously our responsibility to provide clear, transparent, and accurate information to our customers." He highlighted customer success stories, including Barclays deploying Copilot to 100,000 employees and Dow identifying millions in potential savings. A Microsoft spokesperson confirmed the company disagrees with NAD's conclusions about advertising implications but will follow the recommendations. This latest scrutiny adds to Microsoft's long history of product naming challenges, with employees previously joking that the company would have called Apple's iPod the "Microsoft I-pod Pro 2005 XP Human Ear Professional Edition with Subscription." AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Gizmodo
3 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Microsoft Office Pro 2021 Is 77% Off, and an Extra Discount With Our Code Makes It Nearly Free
We're all about cutting a corner or two in most cases, but one place you really can't afford to skimp is on the productivity software you use to create the emails, spreadsheets, and other essential items you use every day. Budget-friendly alternatives to Microsoft's suite of apps do exist, but they can be unreliable, to say the least. Now, however, Microsoft Office Pro 2021 itself is budget-friendly — 77% off, just $45 for a lifetime license when you hit up this StackSocial deal and use the code MSO5 at checkout. There's really no substitute for the Office suite of apps, especially if you're sharing them in a professional setting. This bundle deal on a lifetime license to Office Pro 2021 comes complete with all eight global-standard apps: Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access, and Teams. It's a one-time purchase that comes to you in the form of a digital license key that you need to redeem within 7 days of receipt. Click the link, punch in the key, download the apps, and they're yours forever — updates included. See at StackSocial One and Done You don't have to have gray hairs to remember when the upfront cost of Microsoft Office was truly a jaw-dropping number, or when the only other way to get access to this vital software was through a monthly subscription that auto-renewed, leaving a little dent in your checkbook for as long as you wanted to use Office. Now, thanks to deals like this one from StackSocial, the full version of Office 2021 is available for life with just one purchase, and thanks to the special MSO5 code, it's never been priced better — just $45. That gets you a lifetime license for one device — be sure you keep the digital license key somewhere safe, because if you switch to a new computer, you can deactivate Office on your old device and transfer the license with that key code. Not Lost In Translation There may have been a time when there were competing word processing document formats, or spreadsheet formats. But if you want to be absolutely sure what you're using and sharing is going to be readable no matter who you're sending it to, you want to be using one of the MS Office Pro apps. There's just no substitute for Word or Excel docs, or PowerPoint if you're preparing a presentation. Outlook is the default email and calendar app for virtually all PCs, because it's the one that's the most robust and easy to use. Back when a subscription model was the only way to use MS Office Pro apps, you'd rack up $45 in costs within a few months. But when you head to StackSocial and buy a lifetime license to Office Pro 2021 while using the code MSO5 at checkout, $45 is all you'll ever need to spend for lifetime access. See at StackSocial
