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The older the woman, the wider the gender pay gap Ladders Contributor

It’s not just about dollars. A new study says it’s about opportunities too. Read More

The pessimistic trick to sounding confident and professional during meetings CW Headley

Even for people that are fundamentally anxious or insecure, there are field-tested methods to advertising confidence when speaking before your colleagues. Read More

The Future of Work

Study: There’s still a gender pay gap, but it’s closing Sheila McClear

The U.S. adjusted pay gap has narrowed from 6.5% in 2011 to 4.6% in 2018, thanks to a tight labor market and more women in the workplace. Read More

Health

Study: Just the mere sight of coffee can enhance productivity CW Headley

The strength of the results seemed to be dependent on how pervasive coffee culture was within its respective region. Read More

Office Life

How to determine the ways your team wants to be shown appreciation Paul White

A key component is knowing your colleagues’ preferred language of appreciation and the actions that are important to them. Read More

Health

The scientific argument for waking up early Benjamin P. Hardy

Waking up early, working in a flow-state, and then completing your work early gives you a longer recovery period in your afternoon and evening. Read More

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I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

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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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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.