Career Advice & Insights

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Alpha brain waves are associated with a flow state of mind. Here’s how to ride yours

The human brain consists of 75% water, and it needs a constant supply of H2O to function at its optimum level, where it can produce sets of alpha waves. Read More

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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. Read More

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Experiential learning creates skill — The power of active practice

They say practice makes perfect — and they say it because it’s true. The use of experiential learning creates skill. Learn how to do it, here. Read More

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Micro habit stacking: 25 small changes to improve your life

Do you want to improve your life? Try micro habit stacking: the process of making small changes that add up over time. Read more, here. Read More

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3000 steps in nature can quickly improve your mood and mental clarity

If you are too busy for a proper hike or long walks in nature but still want the many benefits of nature immersions, there is a simple way to achieve it. Read More

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Why the 10% rule is the smartest path to success

Do you want to put yourself on the smartest path to success? It’s simple: implement and follow the 10% rule. Learn what it is, here. Read More

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25 short golden rules of learning

Learning doesn’t stop at a certain point — if you prepare yourself, you can be a lifelong learner. These are 25 short golden rules of learning. Read More

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3 ways we can stop professionally ghosting each other

You may have done it or had it done to you: ghosting. These are the 3 ways to stop professionally ghosting each other, here. Read More

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I got 3 promotions in 3 years — Here’s how I did it

How can you get 3 promotions in 3 years? One writer did and she explains how. 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.