Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

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This is what determines whether or not most people will become successful in life

The truth is, all excuses come back to one grand excuse, and that’s the beloved concept of time. And we all have the time. Read More

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2 snap judgments people make when they first meet you

Once you recognize the importance of trustworthiness over competence, you can take control of the impressions you make when you first meet someone. Read More

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What is the best advice for a start up CEO?

There are certain aspects of the business that everyone is thinking about, like top-of-the-funnel tactics for spreading brand awareness and bringing in customers. That’s all well and good, but it’s not the only part of your finances that will determine success. Read More

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The collaboration trap: Why we assume teams like working together

Collaboration is a byproduct of culture — it requires the right conditions, mindset, and tools. Here are 9 ways to avoid falling into its most frequent traps. Read More

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7 fun facts about naps you probably don’t know

Even if you spend 20 minutes just lying down with your eyes closed, you can safely and effectively lower your blood pressure, relieving additional stress that your body is experiencing. Read More

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According to Bill Gates this is the key to happiness

Interestingly enough, despite saying he feels more happy now than he did in his twenties, Gates didn’t occasion his massive wealth as an explanation. Read More

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What makes Americans take out personal loans?

People with high credit scores tend to leverage personal loans for home improvements. Read More

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6 ways to practice ‘slow living’ this weekend

“We forget that the human body’s respiratory systems is the only system we can control,” Barajas says. “But so often, we forget to breathe.” … Read More

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10 simple ways to boost your confidence when you need it most

Members of the Thrive Global community share their best tips for building their confidence and reaching new heights of success. 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.