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Could your cover letters be causing career chaos? Get your cover letters right Ladders

Could your cover letter be causing career chaos and making it challenging to progress in the job application process? Let’s look. Read More

Resumes

Basic resume examples & tips (for writing an optimized resume)Ladders

A basic resume is easy to read and simple to understand. Use these resume examples and writing tips to put together a simple, optimized resume. Read More

Advice

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

Advice

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

Resumes

How to write a resume objective Ladders

Wondering if you should include a resume objective? Do you know how to write one that works on a modern resume? Learn here. Read More

Cover Letters

How to write a cover letter (with samples)Ladders

Learn the optimal techniques for writing a cover letter and see a resume cover letter example and template. Read More

Interview Tips

Thank you email after an interview guide Ladders

You finished your interview, and now it’s time to send a follow-up. Find out how to write a thank you email after an interview, including examples. Read More

Advice

2 weeks notice letter guide (With examples)Ladders

Know how to write a two weeks notice letter? Check out our guide, complete with examples and learn everything you need to know. 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Is “To Whom It May Concern” still acceptable to use in a letter, or is it outdated?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

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.