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Reference letter – The best professional results in the shortest time Ladders

Understand the basics of writing reference letters, when they’re needed, and how to get the best results in the shortest time spent. Read More

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What’s the correct memo format for business communications?Ladders

Do you need to write business memos in your current position? Brush up on when to use one, and how to format it correctly. Read More

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How to request a leave of absence from work Ladders

Sometimes you need to take a leave of absence from work. In this guide, learn how to write an effective leave of absence letter. Read More

Job Search

“To Whom It May Concern”: should you still use it? (Plus other options)Ladders

Is “To Whom It May Concern” still acceptable to use in a letter, or is it outdated? Learn all about using this term and other greeting options and tips. Read More

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How to write a letter of recommendation Ladders

Discover the basics of writing a letter of recommendation and view a professional sample. Read More

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Accepting a job offer (with examples)Ladders

Getting that job offer provides an opportunity for a bright new future. All you have to do now is accept it the right way. Here’s how. Read More

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How to write a personal recommendation letter (with examples)Ladders

Learn how to write an outstanding personal recommendation letter with this step-by-step guide, which includes examples for you. Read More

How To

How to write a recommendation letter (with examples)Ladders

Learn how to write a glowing recommendation letter for a colleague or friend with this simple guide, which includes examples. Read More

Advice

When to use “To Whom It May Concern”Ladders

The salutation “To Whom It May Concern” is still very much in use. The trick is to know when it should and should not be applied. Read More

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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.