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The best cities for job seekers to land a job seeker right now

Ultimately, why the top ten cities have a lot to offer job seekers – job seekers should do their research before relocating to find a city that meets all of their needs. Read More

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8 tips to help you secure a new job in this tough market

If you’re hoping for career advice relevant to the here and now, or hoping to stand out while hunting for a new job, here are some tips to help you along the way: … Read More

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Recruiters share the 1 thing they wish applicants knew about resume writing

We spoke to a handful of recruiters to get their insight on what you should be making more of an effort on when it comes to crafting a great resume. Read More

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Should you include your GPA on your resume? This is what the experts say

The question I hear the most from college students who are looking for work is whether or not their GPA should be included on their resume. Read More

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Millennials, trying to find a job? Here are 5 things employers look for

Are you a millennial trying to find a job? These are the top 5 things that employers look for when hiring — and why they matter, too. Read More

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10 tips for job searching during the pandemic from a survivor of the 2008 recession

Job searching during the coronavirus pandemic isn’t easy, but there are things you can do to help yourself stand out. Read More

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Marie Kondo explains how to spark joy in your job search

Tidying expert Marie Kondo tells Ladders her advice for sparking joy in your job search and your career as a whole. Read More

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How to move forward after losing a job

We’re forced to go back to the drawing board and draw up the plans that will lead us to the life of our dreams. Get to work. You can do it. Read More

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20 cities that are reopening from pandemic shutdowns and how to get jobs there now

Take a look at companies hirng $100K+ jobs in 20 cities that are reopening after cornavirus pandemic shutdowns, plus how you can get hired there now. 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.