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That thank-you note is costing you the job — write it this way instead Samantha Hawrylack

It’s okay to gloat inside or to your BFF about the way you nailed the interview, but don’t come across as cocky in the thank you note. Read More

To write a shorter cover letter that leaves an impression, you need to follow 3 rules Christy Burton

When it comes to writing a cover letter, is longer better? Hiring managers are busy people, sifting through sometimes hundreds of applicants’ resumes. Read More

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85 percent of MBA students consider this as a career option Meredith Schneider

According to a new report, 85 percent of MBA students are considering this as a career option. Discover it and read more, here. Read More

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4 mistakes to avoid when making a career change Wendi Weiner

Shifting gears in your career at any given point can be extremely daunting especially when you’re unsure of where to go next, or uncertain about what the change can bring. Read More

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How to write a persuasive email to apply for your dream (unlisted) job Rolf Bax

Do you want to land your dream (maybe unlisted) job? Perfect. This is how you can write a persuasive email to apply for it, here. Read More

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5 ways to stand out in a candidate pool Samantha Hawrylack

Even if your resume gets your foot in the door, what will you do when you’re in front of the employer that will make them think of you for the position versus another candidate? … Read More

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The top 10 companies offering the most consistent remote work opportunities over the years Sarah Dillon

Are you looking for a remote work opportunity? Look no further — these are the top 10 companies who have offered WFH even pre-pandemic. Read More

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This is what recruiters do and do not want to see on your social media Kyle Schnitzer

A recent study published in the Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management took a deep dive into how social media may affect a recruiter’s hiring process, where researchers looked at social media activity can reveal candidates’ personality traits and what hiring managers are paying attention to. Read More

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Over 50? Here’s how to get recruiters to notice you Kaitlyn McInnis

Nowadays, employers seem to value that more than ever—which is why it sometimes doesn’t even matter where your degree is from … Read More

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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.