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Do you make this mistake in conversations?

Conversations are not competitions. They’re a chance to connect, laugh, cry and learn from others. Steer clear of mundane stories. Read More

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8 signs you’re mentally prepared for the next step

If you can be a beacon of positivity and light to your team, then it’s a sure sign you’re ready for the next position of authority. Trust us. Read More

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Neuroscientist: Mindfulness ‘is kind of a superpower’ and can help you have ‘a brilliant career’

Being mindful can help you recognize the need to adapt. If you’re aware of your organization’s changing needs, you’ll recognize your own role. Read More

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15 tips to boost your mental health

Mindfully focusing on one or more of the above tips can help you convert it into a healthy habit – resulting in better overall mental health. Read More

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The myth of ‘perfect’

We can’t predict the future. Yes, you don’t have all the answers—but no one does. Life has a way of fooling even the most celebrated experts. Read More

Advice
10 ways Halloween has changed since you were a kid

The phrase “trick or treat” used to be an implied threat: give me candy, or I’ll play a trick on you. As young children, we didn’t mean it literally. Read More

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Your answer to this question will determine your success in life

Every decision you make has meaning and consequence. Every decision you make also reflects what you truly believe, far louder than any words you speak. Read More

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How rejection can drive success

“I learned that if the press puts your quote of you as the authority, in print, you’re the authority – even if you don’t know what you’re talking about.” … Read More

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Business coach Nicole Lapin on why IQ is not a predictor of success

Ladders sat down with Lapin to break down her emotional intelligence roadmap as it applies to budgeting, balance, and mental ‘fitness’. Read More

Office Life
A shocking number of Americans say they “always” come to work sick

“Whether it’s due to large workloads, pressure from the boss, or because they can’t afford to take time off, it’s all too common for employees to come to the office feeling sick when they really should be resting.” … Read More

Productivity
New study finds that happy workers are exactly this much more productive

A strong link has been found between happiness and increased productivity in workers, according to a new study from the University of Oxford. Read More

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What jobs can you get with a business degree?

We’ve rounded up 11 different types of jobs you can get with a business degree to give you an idea of just how versatile that particular bachelor’s degree is.

The 21 jobs that are MOST likely to lead to divorce

Some jobs have a higher divorce rate than others.

The 12 best people to pick as job references

You want to pick people who have worked alongside you and think highly enough of you to sing your praises to a hiring manager.

I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

“I’ve interviewed with Google twice now, and when people ask me why I don’t work there, I respond, ‘I can never seem to get past the eighth interview,’” says Steve Silberberg, who is now the founder of Fatpacking, a weight-loss backpacking company.

Myth busted: 5 ageism stereotypes that need to be broken

In the last few months, older social media personalities have been gaining traction on sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tock. They’re called Grandfluencers, and they’re here to debunk pervasive ageism myths….and make a little cash doing it.

The simple eye contact trick you should use in every conversation

“When two people are having a conversation, eye contact signals that shared attention is high —that they are in peak synchrony with one another.”

How to deal with ‘The Great Resignation’ when you are a manager

Managers are worried about maintaining the talent required to keep the doors open, but they are not asking the right questions.

The flu shot may protect you from severe COVID-19 infection

New research found that the flu vaccine may provide vital protection against COVID-19, reducing the risk of suffering severe infection, like stroke, sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

You can tone your arms with these five workouts, and we have video to show you the right form.

7 things you should never ask your boss

There are some things you should just not ask your boss — these 7 questions are things you should stay clear from in conversation.