Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

Job hunting can be tough, especially during times of uncertainty. But, if there’s one thing you can do to make it easier for you, it’s to pick the employer first and then the job! This way you can ensure that you find a place to work that fits your values, has a nice working environment, … Read More

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How to decline a job offer in 5 steps (with examples)Ashley Jones

You might think that telling a company “no” will burn a bridge. However, when done in a polite, tactful way it will do just the opposite and could leave the door open for future opportunities. Read More

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Turns out creativity can be learned and here’s how you do it CW Headley

With the help of a new paper published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, we explore the value of creative thinking. Read More

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6 ways to fight the wage gap plaguing Black women professionals Lindsay Tigar

Research from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research indicates that closing this gap will take until 2119 in our current landscape. To put it lightly, bluntly and accurately: that’s not fast enough. Read More

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This is the shocking number of American workers that have to go on short term disability for 6 months Elvira Veksler

Here is everything you need to know about short-term disability pay. Read More

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How to radiate confidence without doing a lot of work Michael Thompson

Are you confident? If not, would you like to be? This is how you can radiate confidence — without a ton of work involved, here. Read More

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6 ways to keep your team’s energy high during the summer lockdown Lindsay Tigar

Rather than keeping up business as usual, experts suggest implementing a few strategies that boost morale—even when you’re nowhere near one another: … Read More

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How to improve diversity hiring at your company Lindsay Tigar

To address the race disparity within your company, get started with these strategies and tactics recommended by Black leaders across the country. Read More

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5 inspiring books on the topic of racism to read during this time Ladders Deals

If you’re ready to better educate yourself on racial injustice, here are seven books that will open your eyes and change the way you view racism in America. Read More

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