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Bill Gates and Warren Buffett both swear by this business playbook Kaitlyn McInnis

The business classic comes as a collection of twelve articles, from The New Yorker, that offer readers an insightful look into corporate American life. Read More

Arianna Huffington swears by this science-backed approach to never failing Kyle Schnitzer

Ladders spoke with Arianna Huffington, founder and CEO of Thrive Global, about the theory behind microsteps, her personal favorite kinds, and why it’s important to be bored. Read More

If you want to bolster your mental toughness, this book is a must-read Michael Dinich

A certified life coach specializing in mental health, the author has spent her career helping people suffering from anxiety, stress, and depression. Read More

The 4 books Steve Jobs swore by (and that can still be helpful today)Meredith Schneider

The late Steve Jobs was known for sharing his favorites — even when it came to books. These are the 4 that he swore by and can still be helpful today. Read More

You could read this 300-page book on how to succeed in business or just read this article Meredith Schneider

Are you ready to succeed in business and in life? This is the only book you need to read to get re-inspired and think about things differently. Read More

These books made Warren Buffett a billionaire. We read them for you Meredith Schneider

Business tycoon Warren Buffett has accomplished many things. Check out his list of favorite books and how they can elevate your life and career. Read More

This book makes the ultimate case for why being good at your job is more valuable than your ‘passion’Kaitlyn McInnis

Rather than spending your life feeling guilty that there’s nothing you’re all that passionate about or worrying that you’ll never find that one specific thing that sets your soul on fire, So Good They Can’t Ignore You makes a case for all those hungry people looking to feel fulfilled exactly where they are right now. Read More

This man’s testimony could be key to putting Elizabeth Holmes away for years CW Headley

If Dr. Das pulls off a compelling testimony and prosecutors are permitted to index the depth of wealth that Theranos’s deception afforded Holmes, her defense will more than have their work cut out for them. Read More

Working moms who advance their careers make these 3 choices Meredith Lepore

In New York Times best-selling author Joann S. Lublin’s new book Power Moms she contrasts the experiences of baby boomers and GenX executives to show how far working mothers have come — and how much further they will need to go in a post-pandemic world. Read More

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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

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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.