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Coronavirus 101: How to be the most productive remote worker

With more and more cases of the coronavirus are popping up around the US, workplaces have shifted into alternate modes of operation in case businesses have to close due to an outbreak. Read More

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4 simple tricks for fighting insomnia without medication

Larry Piller,  Certified Massage Practitioner and author of Stretching Your Way: A Unique & Leisurely Muscle Stretching System, recently imparted Ladders with several physical remedies for “bleary-eyed people” suffering from chronic insomnia. Read More

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12 coaching questions that empower disengaged employees

Setting clear goals is a start but can backfire and lead to entitlement without feedback and accountability. Disengaged employees personalize feedback. Read More

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Want to memorize and truly understand something new? Test yourself

There’s a big difference, however, between simple memorization of information and a true understanding of a topic complete with the ability to make inferences on said subject matter. Read More

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5 things jobs offer in lieu of payment and how to spot them

Here are five things companies like to offer in lieu of payment, and how to spot them. Read More

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The only 2 sources of motivation you can use to change your life

I believe in you. Not because you’re special, but because you’re a regular person just like me. We’re all ordinary and extraordinary at once. Read More

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The complete guide to writing a letter of intent

What is a letter of intent? A letter of intent is an unsolicited query letter that describes your skills, accomplishments, and knowledge of a company’s unique mission, culture, and values. Read More

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4 tips for working with your spouse or romantic partner

While cofounders typically split responsibilities and workloads down the middle initially, time shows that it’s never fully even. Read More

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How to draft the perfect employee verification letter

Before we unpack all of the do’s and don’ts, it’s important to differentiate between an employee reference letter and an employment verification letter. Each requires different things from former employers, which means candidates have to be extremely specific while acquiring them. Read More

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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.