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Here’s what to do if you need a reference letter from an employer that dislikes you CW Headley

Your resume gets you in the door, and a good reference letter can often seal the deal. Professional vouches are so important so here’s a roundup of tips. Read More

6 honest mistakes that can get you fired Travis Bradberry

People get fired all the time for seemingly innocent mistakes. Read More

Personal Finance

Employment gaps raise red flags, but they can be overcome Ladders Contributor

If you have employment gaps, or are anticipating a future gap, the first plan of action is to fill them with experience-generating activities. Read More

Resumes

These are the most common things people lie about on their resumes Sheila McClear

GOBankingRates conducted a survey carried out by ConsumerTrack Inc. of 1,003 people to ask them if and why they lied on their resumes. Read More

Advice

This is considered the best day to fire someone, according to experts CW Headley

An employee that is habitually kept up to speed about their performance will both be less taken by surprise if and when termination becomes necessary. Read More

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5 essential things you must do if you get fired CW Headley

According to an HR expert, the reason most people get fired is the same reason most people get hired: their personality. Read More

How To

Preparing yourself for the possibility of another recession Maggie Germano

We can’t personally control the economy or prevent a recession, there are things we can do though. The steps will protect you financially in a recession. Read More

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Study: Women CEOs are more likely to face termination than men CW Headley

Women that negotiate for promotions were also found to receive feedback that branded them as “intimidating”, “too aggressive” or “bossy.” … Read More

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How bottoming out at work can be a good thing Sheila McClear

Bottoming out frees us from the misconception that the problems can be fixed, and in the process, frees us from other constraints and negative emotions. Read More

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“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.