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Think about your future self and then do what you can right now to ensure you have the personal life to work-life balance you want later on. Read More

Interview Tips

4 things to do when interviewing for a job that feels out of your league Jane Burnett

It’s been reported that compared to men, women don’t always go out on a limb by applying for positions even though they don’t meet all the requirements as frequently, but you don’t have to let that stop you. Here’s how to handle an interview for a position that feels out of your league. Read More

Office Life

Sarcasm vs. humor in the workplace Rachel Weingarten

A rabbi, a priest, an imam, and a porn star walk into a bar … if you think a joke with that intro counts as appropriate workplace humor, you probably haven’t been paying enough attention. So, what does count as the right kind of humor and is sarcasm every an appealing option? … Read More

Productivity

6 ways, backed by research, to be lazy & get more done Eric Barker

Research showing that being a touch lazy might be beneficial at times. Here are 6 of the best ways to slack off to be more productive. Read More

Office Life

What to do if an "Omarosa" is badmouthing your company after being let go Jane Burnett

Here’s what to do if an “Omarosa” is badmouthing your company after being let go. Read More

Interview Tips

5 job interview tips for seasoned leaders Jane Burnett

When you’ve been in the workforce for a long time, the idea of starting from Square One by going through the interview process again can be daunting. Keep these tips in mind the next time you’re going through the hiring process. Read More

Interview Tips

7 ways to conquer pre-interview jitters Rachel Weingarten

How should you conquer your pre-interview nerves? Being prepared in advance is more than half the battle. Read More

Productivity

Success lessons from underdogs Rachel Weingarten

If the Super Bowl taught us anything, it’s that the guys with the fanciest jerseys and supermodel wives, don’t always win. Make no mistake about it though, the other guys don’t always win either, but there are lessons to be learned from the underdogs in the equation. Read More

Job Search

4 ways to assess a company after they offer you a job Jane Burnett

Congratulations! After going on what feels like zillions of job interviews, one employer has offered you a job. But not so fast— here’s what to consider about that job offer before signing the contract. Read More

Must Reads

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.