7 things unsuccessful people do over holiday breaks

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Don't overdo it!

Most people throughout the country will take some time off around the holidays this year.

If you're one of those people, you've got to make sure that you're not squandering your precious time off.

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Business Insider spoke with Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of "Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job" about the major mistakes professionals make while on break.

Here are some behaviors to avoid: