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The best and worst things to put in your cover letter, according to 9 HR experts Paige Breaux

We asked career experts and hiring managers what cover letters have left lasting impressions on them, and they shared the best and the worst cover letters they’ve ever seen. Read More

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27 surprising things that affect whether you get hired Shana Lebowitz

There are many seemingly small details in an interview that can affect your chances of landing the job. Some are within your control, others are out of it. Read More

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What to do when your top choice hasn't called with a decision Sarah Landrum

Follow through with these five tips for when your top choice hasn’t called with an offer. The right offer will come and it will be worth the wait … Read More

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4 ways to avoid messing up your job interview with a CEO Jane Burnett

Interviewing for a job with a company’s CEO can add a lot of pressure, so you’ll want to make sure you do everything you possibly can to prepare – confidence is key. Here are four ways to lessen your chances of messing up. Get a feel for the company’s rivals Lawrence Coburn, CEO of DoubleDutch, former … Read More

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9 companies that help pay for your vacation Ladders Contributor

This list can help you find companies that pay for vacation and offer you flexible work options. Here are nine companies that help pay for vacation: … Read More

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Survey: These are the top cities where tech employees are moving for work Jane Burnett

Research finds that 60% of people who hire tech employees say they’re aiming to bring more people on board by the end of 2018. Read More

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From campus to career: 5 tips to stand out during the job search Holly Caplan

Regardless of all of the wonderful advice you will hear about resume content, what to wear, and interview questions, there are other components of interviewing that can set you apart: … Read More

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10 social media rules for new college graduates Ladders Contributor

If you’re serious about your career you should treat your social media profiles as an extension of your resume. Our social profiles are representative of our personalities, pastimes, and interests, so it’s vital to be conveying the correct image of yourself to current or prospective employers. Read More

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The 4 words far too many people forget to say in interviews Ladders Contributor

Surprisingly enough, in between reciting our three strengths and weaknesses and phrasing our salary expectations in a favorable way, many people are forgetting to say “I want this job.” … Read More

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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.