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Employees in such spaces spend less time in face-to-face interactions, making teams less collaborative and productive

We asked six entrepreneurs in the Asia Pacific region to reflect on the lessons learnt, and share the advice they wish to tell their younger selves. Here's what they had to say

Success in life is measured less by opportunities and more by how people deal with setbacks and challenges

Japanese workers are the most vacation deprived lot in Asia

Being an entrepreneur is among the most stressful jobs in the world. Regular exercise can help entrepreneurs remain sanguine in difficult situations, tackle challenges and become better leaders

By taking small steps to create a cheerful and motivated work environment, there are likely to be fewer work-related conflicts, lesser absenteeism, and more productivity

The overstimulation with technology and always being reachable is affecting our overall well-being

While most people can keep up with their new promises through the first days of January, it is those weeks throughout the rest of the year that can catch up with even the best of intentions

After all, the four-legged friends help us evolve, connect with others, and stay grounded

In a visual social media platform like YouTube, content is all what matters and needs spellbinding appeal

Every loss you encounter allows negativity and stagnation to creep in but it also gives a chance to look and work at things from a fresh perspective

In a world which relies heavily on everything Internet, failing to leverage your online profile is an opportunity lost

We asked founders of start-ups in the Asia-Pacific region what they learned this year. Here's what they had to say.

The people who are most successful are those who accept the probability that they will fail sometimes but are willing to give it a go anyway. After all, there is no failure, only feedback

Ng Jing Shen, the co-founder of Paktor, talks about the business of dating and more

From the daily routines of leaders, to how to deal with failure and the life inside the Silicon Valley, there is much to learn from this year's published works

Their cellphone payment usage climbs 30 per cent in 2018

Statistics reveal that even as the number of gyms and fitness apps grow, obesity rates and obesity-induced diseases are on the rise among Indians

By getting up just two hours earlier every day, you gain 14 more hours in the week and 62 each month. Imagine what all you can achieve in that much time

These holidays, take some time out of your business to cut down on clutter and make your own wishlist

Learn how to avoid such conflicts in business and maintain a cordial relationship

Employees hired via a referral or recommendation tend to be a better cultural fit, contribute more value to the company, and even stay longer

Do not misinterpret it as a sign of drowsiness or even boredom

It's not easy to pack our lives and routines into a suitcase and start over in a new country

We asked founders of startups in the Asia Pacific region what keeps them awake at night when it comes to work

These tiny science-backed tweaks will help you get the most out of your day