A lot of 80's cartoons produced in America were made with one purpose in mind, and that was to sell toys. Anyone who grew up at the time remembers their beloved Hasbro collections that they would un-ceremoniously clash together when recreating the latest battle they saw on the TV the night before.

Welcome to Work Smarter, Fast Companys newsletter on career, leadership, and productivity advice. You can sign up to receive this newsletter every week here.At Fast Company, we spend a lot of time talking about how to deal with bad bosses. It makes sensea toxic manager can dramatically impact your daily life, as well as the likelihood youll quickly flee to another role.But its important to talk about the flip side of things too. What makes an especially good leader? Its not just that theyre nice. Is it what they say? How they stick up for you to their boss?3 traits of good bosses Leah Mether, author of Steer Through the Storm: How to Communicate and Lead Courageously Through Change, tackles this very question. She says there are three things they have in common, including prioritizing clear communication, demonstrating genuine care for their team, and setting realistic expectations.While communicating clearly and showing empathy might feel somewhat intuitive, the third skill of setting reasonable expectations is an important thing to highlight. Amid feelings of overwhelm, when so much feels out of control, having realistic and clear expectations from a leader is essential, writes Mether. Leaders must ensure workloads are realistic to prevent burnout and foster a healthy work-life balance or risk having their employees resign or be off work on sick or stress leave.Other good boss traits include consistencyafter all, its off-putting to employees if they never know which version of you to expectand self-awareness. The best bosses are in tune with what it feels like to work for them, Robert I. Sutton, Stanford professor and author of Good Boss, Bad Boss: How to be the Best . . . and Learn from the Worst, tells writer Gwen Moran.If youre looking to cultivate these traits yourself, theres hope. You can start by collecting honest feedback from reports, thinking about the type of leadership you admire, and communicating clearly with your team about how you like to lead.

BMW Motorrad Austria has joined forces with design studio VAGABUND to create a custom CE 02 eParkourer ride. The electric bike has a futuristic vibe and retro flair thatll appeal to Gen-Z and millennials too.Unlike other electric scooters, this one-off ride gives a sneak peek of where the future of two-wheelers is headed. Thats because it has an integrated BT speaker, hidden umbrella and a strapped skateboard grip tape for all your city riding needs.Designer: BMW MotorradThe urban commuter will spark interest in electric bikes that can otherwise have the style and feature-rich element missing. It has a two-tone look which goes perfectly with the needs of the modern crowd. Coming on to the BMW CE 02 bike, it tops at a speed of 59 mph and we expect this special version to have the same 48-volt electric motor and drivetrain. It churns out a peak output of 11 kW and offers a range of 55 miles on a single charge. This bike differs in visual appeal as it has a bit more spark with the contrasted white accents. This white influence is carried onto the half-white wheels.What makes this electric scooter distinct is the integrated OB-4 Magic Radio by Teenage Engineering and a running board with skateboard grip tape. That cool exhaust that you see is for aesthetics, as well as storing a foldable umbrella for the untimely downpour. All these added elements resonate well with the retro-futuristic vibe of the EV. Mixed with the white and black tones is the lively tan of the saddle.BMW Motorrad has not detailed a lot about the CE 02 x Vagabund edition, however, it is ultra-exclusive simply because of the $549 TE speaker that has a minimalistic theme.The post BMW Motorrad x Vagabund electric bike has integrated umbrella and Teenage Engineering speaker first appeared on Yanko Design.

Historical mystery dramas can be a neat combination of genres, especially if theyre like The Apothecary Diaries. Based on Natsu Hygas novel, it tells the story of Maomao, an apothecary taken from her home in the red-light district to serve the emperor. At first, she planned to keep to herself, but after learning the emperors children were critically ill, she examined them in secret and discovered why they were sick.

Elden Ring delivers a visually captivating and immersive experience that shines on a top-quality TV. Gamers understand that choosing the correct TV can greatly enhance their journey through Elden Ring's vast and exquisitely crafted world. The right TV is crucial for achieving the best gaming experience as it enhances clarity, color accuracy, and responsiveness. This guide presents the best gaming TVs for playing Elden Ring, providing choices for every player, from budget-conscious options to premium displays.

Fortnite fans are abuzz with speculation following a recent social media post by well-known rapper Logic, hinting at a potential future collaboration with the popular battle royale game. The post contained subtle clues that suggest Logic might be the next artist to join Fortnite's lineup of musical partnerships.