8 Ways Watching the World Cup at Work Can Improve Productivity

 By 
Annie Colbert
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8 Ways Watching the World Cup at Work Can Improve Productivity
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You should definitely watch the World Cup at the office.

In cubicles around the world, football fans try to muffle joyous yells and stinging yelps while stealthily watching the World Cup. Many matches fall during work hours, leaving millions scrambling to catch a few seconds of their favorite team. But sneak your iPad to the bathroom no more -- watching the World Cup at work can improve productivity. No, really.

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We cherry-picked through scientific-ish studies to help you make the case to your bossman. (Turn into a Powerpoint for maximum effectiveness.)

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And if you still can't make the case to your boss, U.S. coach Jurgen Klinnsman has you covered.

Need note to get out of work Thurs? @J_Klinsmann has you covered. Show your cool boss. It will def work! #LetsDoThis pic.twitter.com/i2oCZmGAGZ— U.S. Soccer (@ussoccer) June 25, 2014

BONUS: 24 World Cup #TBT Photos That Deserve a Red Card

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