Psychology suggests the friend who unconsciously copies your posture across the diner booth isn't mocking you; the classic 1999 "chameleon effect" study found this quiet mimicry actually builds rapport and likingPeople unconsciously mimic each other's gestures and postures during conversations. This chameleon effect can promote affiliation and make ...
09 Jul, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
Psychology suggests the person giving themselves a pep talk in the rearview mirror, âYou've got this, Sarah,â isn't losing it; a 2014 study found talking to yourself by name calms you down before something stressfulTalking to yourself using your own name can help manage stressful situations. This self-distancing technique allows for clearer thinking an...
09 Jul, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Rs 35 LPA tech job in Bengaluru, great office, supportive team. Then a 14-minute HR call changed everythingA Bengaluru techie earning Rs 35 LPA faced a sudden layoff after a brief HR call. His experience revealed that business numbers and budget ...
09 Jul, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
He was 30 minutes late for the interview. Boss wanted him gone. However, one answer to HR's question got him hired on spot: 'I was late for the interview because I was right on time ...'A doctor arrived late for an interview after saving a child's life. He explained his actions to the HR manager and the employer. The employ...
09 Jul, 2026, 12.57 PM IST
Unexpected Career Breakthroughs Before July 9, 2026: Is Your Zodiac Sign on the List?A powerful cosmic shift is building before Venus enters Virgo on July 9, 2026, creating opportunities for career growth, promotions, unexpe...
07 Jul, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
Got asked if you are married during interview? One question will help you set boundaries, and help you stand out, says career coach: 'May I understand...'Interviewers often ask about marital status, which can negatively impact job prospects. Career coach Simon Ingari advises against direct an...
07 Jul, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
What to say if interviewer ask 'do you have any questions for us': Techie shares what you shouldn't sayA product manager's job offer was reportedly lost due to a single question during his final interview. After impressing throughout the proc...
06 Jul, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Want to bargain a good salary on interviews? Career coach warns against one answer: 'The winning answer is...'Job seekers can significantly boost their salary negotiations by moving beyond generic market rate arguments. Career mentor Simon Ingari ad...
05 Jul, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
'Popular founder' made him wait 40 minutes, didn't even say sorry. Bengaluru entrepreneur says he 'decided to not work' after unpleasant meetingA Bengaluru entrepreneur has sparked a discussion on workplace etiquette after revealing that a popular startup founder made him wait 40 mi...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.27 PM IST
Candidate's unexpected request during an interview exposed a harsh hiring reality. 'What hurt her was not the rejection, but...'A young graduate's plea to an interviewer not to be ghosted after a recruitment process highlighted a common, damaging practice. She recoun...
03 Jul, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
Apply for jobs between 7:50 AM and 8:30 AM: Career coach explains why timing could decide your interview callA career coach suggests a strategic morning window for job applications, between 7:50 AM and 8:30 AM, to significantly boost visibility. By...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
'Leverage is not optional': Microsoft techie says previous employer matched salary after she resignedA former Goldman Sachs employee, Kriti Rohilla, shared her eye-opening salary negotiation experience on LinkedIn. She learned that corporat...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.47 PM IST
Candidate gets hired after he tells boss he would steal $10 million from company: âOthers rushed to defend themselvesâŠâA job candidate impressed an interviewer by acknowledging that integrity alone isn't enough, stressing the need for strong internal control...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
'Still can't process what just happened': Candidate left stunned after startup interview ended in just five minutes, sparks debateA job seeker's interview with a startup reportedly concluded in just five minutes, leaving the candidate bewildered. After a single technic...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
Techie recalls 12-round Goldman Sachs interview in Bengaluru, says he rejected offer after he was asked to solve "silly logical puzzles"A tech professional's 12-round interview ordeal at Goldman Sachs concluded with an unexpected logical puzzle, leading him to withdraw his c...
27 Jun, 2026, 07.49 PM IST
'Don't choose 11 am': Career coach shares 10 reasons why this interview slot may work against youCareer coach Simon Ingari suggests avoiding 11 am interview slots, arguing they can disadvantage candidates. He explains that by mid-mornin...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
Psychologists say people who feel attached to celebrities aren't always obsessed, they may be responding to a powerful mental habitResearch suggests that people who feel emotionally connected to celebrities, influencers, or media personalities are not necessarily obsess...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.12 PM IST