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If your resume shows any of these 7 things, it may cost you a job Jane Burnett

While 75% of millennials think “job hopping” looks good, new numbers show that this may not be the case for tech employees. New research from staffing firm Robert Half Technology found that “frequent job hopping” was the most frowned upon thing among CIOs evaluating job candidates. Read More

The Future of Work

5 ways for parents to empower their daughters Ladders Contributor

Gender stereotypes persist. According to a survey of 1,900 girls and young women between 7 and 21, conducted by the charity Girlguiding, many feel that pressure from social media, TV, friends, teachers and parents affects how they think and act. Read More

5 things to include in a killer, post-interview thank you (template included)Lauren McGoodwin

Sending a post-interview thank you note can really set you apart from other candidates because it signals your continued interest and solidifies a positive impression with the interviewer. Do not underestimate the follow-up! I’ve actually had hiring managers tell me to wait to schedule a second interview until we receive a thank-you note. Yup, it’s that important. Read More

5 ways to always feel like you're on vacation while you are sitting at your desk Meredith Lepore

Just because you no longer have sand in between your toes doesn’t mean that positive vacation mindset has to be over. There are ways to preserve that attitude. Here are a few tips that make even your desk feel like you are back on the beach. Read More

This US city has the highest percentage of ‘burned out’ workers Jane Burnett

A new study reveals the top cause of stress among workers and who and where employees are feeling most burned out at their jobs. Read More

7 ways to survive a long, lonely unemployment period Jane Burnett

While part of you might feel like you lost your identity when you lost your job, there are things you can do to help navigate such an emotionally draining time. Read More

Setting yourself up for 'Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day'Jane Burnett

For parents, it’s a chance to show your child what your job is like and open their eyes to different career possibilities. But let’s face it: bringing your child to work can make it difficult to get work done. Read More

How to rejuvenate your life this spring | Ladders Chelsy Ranard

This spring, it’s time to take inventory of our lives and rejuvenate those things. It might mean being conscious of your body and what goes into it, living in the moment, repairing the pain points, or doing more while settling less. Removing the toxic parts of our lives is always important. Once that’s done, feelings of renewal sit in its place. Read More

4 common reasons to change careers Christine Bernier Lienke

If a career change is what you want, here’s a job search checklist for career changers designed to get you really thinking about the ins and outs of your potential career move. 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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The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

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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.