Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

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Never say ‘sorry’ again. Here are 5 alternatives at work

Rather than saying you’re sorry, there are a handful of different phrases and even actions you can opt for that will get your point across in a genuine and meaningful way … Read More

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4 things to include in every job you pitch by email

Anytime you pitch a job by email, you should include these items to get yourself at the top of the candidates’ list and in front of them in an interview. Read More

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5 alternatives to cliche email phrases

You can say “thank you” (drop ‘in advance’)—but add a message of gratitude that shows the reader you value their time and input … Read More

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3 signs you need to update your WFH wardrobe

Is it time to update your WFH style? These are the 3 signs to pay attention to that can be a huge indicator that your wardrobe needs fine tuning. Read More

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This brilliant piece of advice from Steve Jobs could help leaders in a pandemic

One of Jobs’ seven rules of success is to ‘say no to 1,000 things”; when you become familiar with negative outcomes, eventually you’ll train yourself to recognize them before experiencing them. This objective is additionally helped by surrounding yourself with others that employ an identical mindset. Read More

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If you want to be successful in your job this year, you need to have these resolutions

The next time someone praises you, say ‘thank you’ and then relish in the feelings for a while rather than rushing off to the next task. Read More

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5 critical mistakes to avoid when goal-setting

It’s that time again: setting goals for the new year. Avoid making these 5 critical mistakes when setting up your initiatives for 2021. Read More

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3 things to say when you feel threatened by a bad boss or colleague

A boundary is an invisible line between what you will and will not allow. Insecure bosses and colleagues often don’t have them. Read More

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7 simple morning habits to add to your routine in 2021

As we start into the new year, add these 7 simple habits to your morning routine in 2021 and see what happens. You might just love it. 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.