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4 career lessons from movie and TV cowboys

“Cowboys remain fascinating world-wide … because they represent qualities that many want to see/find in themselves, or admire in others.” … Read More

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4 tested and failed side hustles

I’ve tried a lot of different methods to pull in cash over the years, and some have worked, but many have failed. Today I’d like to share some of them. Read More

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7 jobs that are quickly disappearing in the US

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has been updating its list of jobs that are disappearing for a while now, and they update the list regularly to give job seekers a look at how certain industries are doing … Read More

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8 side hustles that are actually scams

But not all side hustles are created equal. Some are lucrative and exciting, and can pay for your next vacation or catapult you into a new career. Read More

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A look at outsourcing giant Nexient (and how to get hired there)

Nexient is a Bay Area-based company that mixes Silicon Valley innovation with Midwestern tech talent. Find out from the CEO and the Vice President of People what it takes to get hired at this outsourcing software firm. Read More

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5 things you can start doing today to score your dream job

There’s no fast way to get there — you have to continuously put in the hard work. Here are some things you can start doing today to score that dream job! … Read More

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Steve Jobs's 1973 application was so bad you literally won't believe it

Even the founder of Apple could be lazy at times, as an application by the then-18-year-old shows. Read More

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4 reasons why you should create a separate email just for your job search

Creating an email account that you only use for your job search allows you to prioritize emails so you can be sure to see job search emails. Read More

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Do recruiters and employers check your LinkedIn? How to leverage it

You might think of sharing it on LinkedIn as bragging, but it is better to stay active and current. 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.