Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

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Why multitasking is a myth, backed by science

Mono-tasking, single-tasking, whatever your keyword is doesn’t matter. The key is understanding that multitasking is a potentially dangerous obsession. Read More

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6 major advantages of being an introvert in the workplace

Introverts tend to do their best thinking solo. They thrive in being alone. This is great when your work setting is in an office or a cubicle. Read More

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An introvert’s guide to getting your voice heard in a meeting

Take a new approach to those meetings, however, and you’ll discover that they can become not only bearable but creative and productive. Read More

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I’ve had to fire hundreds of people. Here are 5 lessons I’ve learned

If company culture is important to you and you spot a “jerk” during the interview process, it’s a good idea not to move forward. Read More

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Preparing to pivot careers? Here’s what you need to know

Take time out to meet with people for coffee when they ask, share a laid-off friend’s post who is looking for job leads, or simply ask others what they do. Read More

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How SHE Media’s Samantha Skey combats scrutiny as a female CEO

SHE Media CEO Samantha Skey talked to Ladders about the future of media, how live events play into that space, and combatting scrutiny as a female leader. Read More

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The exact age when we lose ambition and why

According to a new study conducted by a team of researchers led by Dr. Naveen Puri, our ambition peaks around the age of 33—the sweet spot that exists on the border of vigor and lived experience. Read More

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The most astounding life hack: 1 simple word

This life hack was one of the most simple things I have ever seen done, and also something I have found myself naturally using since witnessing its power. Read More

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How to avoid the salary question in the interview

With this is three-step process that will help you get off the topic and put the onus back on the employer. Here’s how it breaks down. Read More

Must Reads
What jobs can you get with a business degree?

We’ve rounded up 11 different types of jobs you can get with a business degree to give you an idea of just how versatile that particular bachelor’s degree is.

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.