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How to set a budget, shop smarter and live better without really knowing what you’re doing. Read More

How to lead with influence instead of authority Ladders Contributor

It is important to understand that leadership is not about title, level, or office. Equally important to mention is that the best of leaders are even better followers. Read More

How To

4 steps to help you wake up, engage, and create the job of your dreams Ladders Contributor

You can transform your job for the better. But first, you must take a look at what you’re doing (or not doing) to create your own problems. Read More

Productivity

These 6 words will get you unstuck Ladders Contributor

Misplaced culpability is destructive: to business, to relationships, and to your own mental health. Dragons are difficult enough to slay; the last thing you need is to feed them. Read More

Productivity

13 things that will happen when you 'level-up' as a person Benjamin P. Hardy

It won’t be long until you get your stride back. But this time, you’ll be more evolved. More able. The stakes will be higher. You’ll have more help and support. Everything will mean more. Read More

How To

FBI instructor on how to prevent workplace violence Monica Torres

There have already been seven workplace shootings in the U.S. in the last 28 months. To save lives, preparation needs to start before a disgruntled employee enters your building with a gun. Here’s how employees can identify and stop unstable, at-risk employees before it’s too late. Read More

Office Life

If your boss says this, it's a sign they probably underestimate you Ladders Contributor

If your boss uses these statements, pay attention because there may be issues — real or perceived. Read More

Office Life

7 reasons you may have been passed up for a promotion Erica Lamberg

Job experts and experienced managers weigh in on how to raise your promotion stakes. Read More

How To

Tips to follow if an active shooter enters your workplace Monica Torres

This is a scenario no one enjoys thinking about, but you may only have seconds to react properly. Taking the time to go over what you would do in an active shooter situation could make the difference when every second counts. 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.