My mother still answers the phone with her full name, as if the caller might be confused about who lives in her house. My father leaves voicemails that rival Tolstoy in length and detail. And both of them, without fail, will ask if I have a pen before sharing any information more complex than “hello.” … Continue reading "7 things boomers say on the phone that instantly gives away their age (and what to say instead)"| The Expert Editor
We often imagine intelligence as something you can spot instantly—someone rattling off facts, solving puzzles, or speaking multiple languages. But in the real world, the smartest people don’t usually stand out for what they do in public. They stand out just as much for what they avoid doing. It’s these subtle acts of self-control, social … Continue reading "10 behaviors highly intelligent people never display in public"| The Expert Editor