Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

So… what is your brand? Your personal brand, simply put, is what people think of when they think of you. Read More

7 things your auto insurance won’t cover Ladders Contributor

There are limits to a standard policy, and it pays to know when your claim is likely to be denied. Read More

14 expert-approved ways to teach kids about charity Allison Kade

We spoke to experts at leading charities for insights and tips on how to get children involved in charitable efforts, no matter your family’s income. Read More

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A female entrepreneur’s advice for women looking to start their own business Ladders Contributor

As a historically male position, entrepreneurship can be a very difficult undertaking for women. From developing the initial business idea to identifying potential investors to opening a business’ doors, men seemingly have an advantage over women in the world of starting your own business. Still, that doesn’t stop the nine million women who own companies … Read More

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Oprah Winfrey starts every meeting with these same 3 sentences Annamarie Houlis via Fairygodboss

Oprah Winfrey kicks off every meeting with the same three questions to get everyone engaged and to set clear intentions. Read More

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6 ways to avoid feeling like garbage before and after travel Alena Hall

There are several things we can all do (or avoid) mid-flight and afterward to mitigate the not-so-fun side effects of extended air travel. Read More

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7 steps to move forward from career and life transitions that burn Mary Lee Gannon

Life and career transitions carry some of the biggest heartaches of our lives. Read More

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If you write your emails exactly like this, you will almost always get a reply CW Headley

To boost your reply rates when looking for a new position, consider every word before reaching out to potential employers. Read More

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We need to drop this word from everyday vocabulary Ozan Varol

With this shift in language, if it’s something truly worth doing, you’ll make the time for it. Read More

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“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

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