Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

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The French riviera: off the beaten path

An off-the-beaten-path French Riviera experience will add a little of the magic that you’ve always imagined was at the core of the south of France. Read More

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How to curtail currency fees when paying for stuff abroad

When you swipe a debit or credit card in another country, you’re typically charged a fee to change your currency, often around 3%. Read More

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Do’s and don’ts of asking for a raise

When you talk about others’ salaries, it means you are gossiping in the workplace and this is not professional at all. Avoid these mistakes. Read More

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The hidden complexities of common sense (how to be less wrong)

And to increase your odds of success in life and career, there is no reason to believe that common sense is much of a guide to every problem. Read More

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Experts say you should avoid DIY sunscreen formulas you see online

A new study finds people who use these sunscreen recipes could be putting their lives at risk. Research finds DIY recipes are rampant on Pinterest. Read More

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These 15 attitude changes will make you more successful

Being part of a team at work can be rewarding, but also daunting — but especially if your work relationships are struggling and you’re not likable. Read More

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11 must-have travel apps that will help you during your next vacation or business trip

Use any (or all) of these travel apps to maneuver through the airport faster so you get to your vacation in a less stressful way. Read More

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8 businesses you can launch for $5,000 or less

Looking for business ideas you can start for $5,000 or less? Easy peasy! Here are eight small business opportunities to get you started. Read More

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Can you become a skilled writer? Yes — and here’s my story to prove it

I’ve connected with some of my favorite (and most successful) writers — in a wide variety of industries. I’ve ghostwritten for 100+ founders, and CEOs. 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.