When you do ask for time off, do it with confidence. You are not asking your employer for a favor. You are using a benefit you are entitled to.

Effective feedback isn’t just about pointing out mistakes.

A packed schedule can sharpen your focus, but too much pressure sends performance crashing.

According to a new study, people may not be as persuaded by false statements as you might think.

Four strategies from a cognitive scientist.

Social Sciences Podcast · Updated Weekly · Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain how our brain works.

AI makes you feel like you're more productive, but how can you actually figure out if it's worth using?

When people think about the traits that are central to who they are, what do they consider? New research explores this question.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · April 24 · 8m

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · April 17 · 8m

How to avoid spending too much on AI and getting little ROI in return.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · April 10 · 8m

Sharing of fake news is a drawback of social media. New research suggests that when people think explicitly about the ethics of sharing fake news, they are less likely to do it.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · April 3 · 8m

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · March 27 · 8m

Leaders who prioritize curiosity, flexibility, and strong support systems can unlock the strengths of neurodivergent workers while building more inclusive teams.

Here’s how to evaluate your readiness, your organization’s situation, and whether the right opportunity actually exists.

In daily discussions and the media, we are more likely to talk about successes than failures. That bias influences how we think about failure and our support for others who fail.

Higher education is getting the message that students need information about the skills they have learned to be able to communicate effectively with prospective employers. This recognition has led to ...

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · March 13 · 8m

Some people are procrastinators, while others are not. New research explores how this tendency changes as people get older.

The world changes—and so must your habits, if you want to stay successful. Here's how.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · March 6 · 8m

When you're really going through it, work can take a backseat—and should.

Periodically taking stock of your values can help you adjust your goals over the long term to find success and satisfaction.

The things that translate from one career path to another are durable skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and cultural awareness.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · February 27 · 8m

People believe that a situation is zero-sum when one person's success entails that other people are less well-off. New research suggests believe in zero-sum changes with age.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · February 20 · 8m

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · 02/13/2026 · 8m

Letting negativity stew isn't good for anyone.

Research suggests that high neuroticism (compared to low) leads people to experience more negative and less positive feelings. A new study suggest why that happens.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · 02/06/2026 · 8m

If colleges want to stay relevant in a volatile job market, they need to redesign their approach to teaching.

When people experience a decision conflict, we make judgments about which of their preferences reflects their "true self." New research explores this concept.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · 01/30/2026 · 8m

Real work-life balance starts with putting life on your calendar.

If your job feels like a routine you can do on autopilot, these three strategies from a cognitive scientist can reinvigorate you.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · 01/24/2026 · 8m

Here are three important considerations to keep in mind if you think a significant career move may be in your future.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · 01/16/2026 · 8m

Companies spend millions of dollars creating strategic plans, and yet most of these plans fail. Here's how to create one that works.

Podcast Episode · Two Guys on Your Head · 01/02/2026 · 8m

With a little planning before you unplug, you can fully enjoy your holiday downtime and help ensure your return to work is smooth going.