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Former Netflix CTO Patty McCord knows how to fix your company Jane Burnett

Former Netflix Chief Talent Officer Patty McCord spoke with Ladders News on the heels of the release of her new book, POWERFUL: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility. In the first of two parts, McCord discusses corporations and what they can do to evolve. Read More

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How to juggle responsibilities for two big projects at the same time Jane Burnett

With so many meetings and a slew of other responsibilities at work, you’re bound to spend a lot of time multi-tasking on two or more projects at the same time. Here are some tips to help manage it all. Read More

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6 ways, backed by research, to be lazy & get more done Eric Barker

Research showing that being a touch lazy might be beneficial at times. Here are 6 of the best ways to slack off to be more productive. Read More

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27 ways to get better at public speaking Rachel Weingarten

Stand in front of a room full of people and lead a meeting with confidence. Here’s how to get past the dread and anxiety that comes with public speaking. Read More

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5 easy ways to improve difficult relationships Eric Barker

Relationships — whether with coworkers, friends or lovers — are a mash-up of cooperation and competition. Here are 5 steps to happiness and healthier connections. Read More

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3 things to think about before making a referral Rachel Weingarten

In addition to knowing when and why to make a referral or casual introduction, it’s also important to think about the potential fallout. Read More

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5 excuses that will get you nowhere Jane Burnett

Certain excuses won’t put you in a very productive mindset. Here’s what you should never mutter to yourself at work or during the application process. Read More

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4 typo horror stories from the workplace Jane Burnett

Typos can have a habit of working their way into the most crucial of places, especially when there’s a lot at stake. Here are some examples — both big and small — of what can happen when you really screw up your spelling. Read More

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How to keep growing as a professional despite the day-to-day corporate grind Jane Burnett

With so much on your plate during the average week, it’s entirely possible for your professional growth to slip through the cracks. Here’s how to make sure you keep focused on your long-term goals while juggling all your work responsibilities. Read More

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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.