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A boring work day doesn’t mean you can’t get anything productive done, so I’ve laid out a few tips and tricks to help you successfully cross the finish line of a slow day. Read More

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10 tips for anyone attending business school Bernie Klinder

Here are my top 10 tips for getting the most out of your MBA program. Read More

Advice

How to write the perfect pitch to secure a side hustle Ladders Contributor

Career happiness doesn’t have to be just a far-fetched idea. A side hustle can make it a reality, and if you need help getting a start, this can help. Read More

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How to successfully make a career change, as told by people who have done it Ladders Contributor

Thinking of making a change? Here are women who have successfully pivoted in their own careers and asked them to share their best pieces of advice. There’s some seriously inspiring stuff here, and their advice just might help you finally make that leap. Read More

How To

Everything I know I learned on the first day of school Danny Rubin

Millions of kids feel the same butterflies that come with change. In hindsight, the first day of school — no matter the grade — offers the building blocks for successful adulthood. With a nod to Robert Fulghum’s classic bestseller “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” this is what we learn on day one. Read More

Productivity

How to use the Law of Attraction to thrive in your career Krista Gray

Why and how what we put out into the world comes back to us — and how we can use the Law of Attraction to find professional success. Read More

Productivity

4 ways to stand out on a speakers panel Jane Burnett

When you’re speaking on a panel, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of voices and expressions. Here’s how to make sure you don’t blend into the group. Read More

Personal Finance

6 reasons that continuing education is a no-brainer Sarah Landrum

As soon as you graduate from high school or Uni, you undoubtedly feel accomplished. But you might also feel as though you’re finished with the educational system in general — you’ve got your diploma, and you’re ready to get to work. Here are six reasons you should keep going to class. Read More

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6 ways to prepare for a networking event when you’re a bit rusty Jane Burnett

It really pays to go to major networking events — they can help you stay relevant and meet new people. But it can be difficult to get all your ducks in a row if it’s been a while. Here are six things to keep in mind. Read More

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The 12 best people to pick as job references

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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

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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.