Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

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To really learn, you must fail exactly this much of the time

If you’re getting it all of the time, you’re not getting very far. The University of California Berkeley studied the relationship between failure and learning – and exacted just how much failure you should be doing in order to be learning. Read More

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How to get used to working with people after working from home

So, what happens if you accept a job offer that involves having to wear pants while engaging with human beings on a daily basis? The Cliff notes version is that you have to make a lot of
changes. Read More

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How to be your own mentor

When starting a new business or even changing careers, a mentor can guide you through the process and set you up for success by offering lessons and advice from their own experiences. Read More

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7 weird ways to unwind after work

We all have a dream, a passion. What would we be doing if we didn’t need money for, you know, LIFE. Is it owning a cupcake shop? … Read More

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How to know when you’re ready to own your career

I’m not here to lecture you on how never to have fun. I had my share, and I encourage you to do the same. Just try and use your time more to your advantage. Read More

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How to neutralize a bad apple in your team

Consistently behaving like an asshole turns us into a certified one. Ask for feedback. Rely on the people around you to call you out. Read More

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3 ways to not hate your job in 2020

You may hate your job now and want to quit or get fired but you can change it. Here are three tips to not hate your job in 2020 and beyond. Read More

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How to ask for a raise without being awkward

Unlike most of life’s uncomfortable conversations, you have control of this one, so don’t kiss your raise goodbye by being awkward and passive. Read More

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How to organize your life in 20 minutes a week

“We spend so much time at our desk, if it’s in the office or if it’s at home. Decorating in an inspirational way is so important,” said Condren. 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.