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Leadership skills and practical tips all 20-somethings should know to succeed in the workplace. By Danny Rubin, NewsToLiveBy Kirk McDonald wrote a popular op-ed in The Wall Street Journal called ” Sorry, College Grads, I Probably Won’t Hire You.” McDonald, the president of a tech company in Manhattan, believes most young adults don’t have the … Read More

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Quit Your Job With Class Amanda Augustine

Use these tips to resign from your position without tarnishing your brand. Do you dream of quitting your job? While it can be tempting to craft a witty resignation text with an app like Ladders’ new iPhone app, Quit Your Job, you don’t want to damage relationships that could lead to recommendations, references, or even … Read More

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Attention all new small business owners: It’s time to rip off the band-aid Ladders Contributor

Five steps to ensure the financial stability you need to start your own business. It’s 6 A.M. Your alarm goes off; you’re about to begin your 9-to-5 day. But, unlike most of your co-workers, you also have a 5-to-9 day on top of that. You are an entrepreneur. You decided to start your own business, … Read More

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Boost Your Job Search With Season’s Greetings Amanda Augustine

How the right mix of season’s greetings and (humble) self-promotion will help you land new job leads. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: The holidays are a great time to reconnect with your network. Whether it’s via email, an e-card or a traditional card, use your holiday greetings to benefit your job-search … Read More

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How to Leverage Your Smartphone for the Job Search Amanda Augustine

These days, you can use your smartphone for pretty much anything — yes, even in your job search. Learn how to land your next job on your phone, here. Read More

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10 traits of quality finance candidates that are ready for hiring Ladders Contributor

If you’re hiring, the best finance job candidates have these traits and qualities. Learn what they are and how to represent them on your resume to stand out in your job search and get hired. Read More

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Your Job Search Just Got Easier Sarah Woodard

Simplify your job-search with the new app from Ladders. What do you do while standing 15-deep in line at Starbucks each morning? If you’re like me, you’re probably playing Candy Crush or scrolling through headlines on CNN. However, if you’re like 75% of the American population who are either actively job seeking or open to … Read More

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Job Application Checklist for the Recent Grad Amanda Augustine

Follow these best practices to ensure your job application bypasses the job-search black hole. Now that you’ve clarified your job goals, crafted the perfect resume and cleaned up your online presence, let’s talk about submitting effective job applications. There’s nothing worse than submitting an application and never hearing back. Below are ten tips to help … Read More

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Strengthen Your Search With Social Media Amanda Augustine

Take a page from your kids’ playbook and leverage social media for your job search. Father’s Day is just around the corner. It’s a time to honor the father figures in your life and thank them for their support and guidance over the years. It’s also a popular time to share fatherly advice and life … Read More

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