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Every leader knows that bad employees are bad for business, but average employees can be even worse. A recent study suggested a reason why, saying that average employees’ performance ratings do not indicate future performance. Read More

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How to stand out when competing for a summer internship Madeline Mann

The 5 types of internship applications a company receives, detailed pros and cons of each type and examples of how peers are applying for internships and how you can snatch those opportunities for yourself with the best possible application! … Read More

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These are the Top 15 companies hiring for $100K+ jobs in May Meredith Lepore

To help you find what you are looking for, Ladders has compiled this list of companies hiring for the highest paying jobs as of May 2018. Read More

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Use the element of surprise to shake up your job search Rachel Weingarten

Sometimes you really need to change things up if only to alleviate your own boredom with the process. Here are some fun ideas to inspire you while searching for your next gig. Read More

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These places are paying workers to relocate there Jane Burnett

The labor shortage is so bad in some American cities in the Midwest are resorting to offering people thousands of dollars to relocate and help fill positions. Read More

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Get clear on the fear that keeps you in a miserable job Ladders Contributor

We spend such a significant amount of our lives at work; let’s get clear on the fear that holds you back from getting a new job or making a career change. Read More

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If you're a New Yorker who wants to visit Hawaii, read this now Jim DelCioppo

Hawaii Tourism United States (HTUSA) is launching Work From Hawaii, a program consisting of six “residencies” for each of the state’s main islands — Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and the Island of Hawaii — where you can work remotely in a stunning location or get your side hustle on. Read More

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The fastest-growing job in each state Derek Miller

For the second year in a row, SmartAsset found the fastest-growing job in every state. Different types of jobs are available in different parts of the country, and it can be immensely valuable for workers today to get ahead of tomorrow’s employment trends. Read More

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These are the 15 cities hiring for the most $100K+ plus jobs Meredith Lepore

Ladders put together a list of the 15 cities hiring the most $100K+ jobs using data from its continuously updated database of high-paying jobs. Check them out and see which cities and their job openings might be right for you. Read More

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“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

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