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A look at the financial tech company SmartAsset (plus tips for getting hired)

SmartAsset is here to help you make, well, smarter decisions with your money. Hear from the CEO about the financial technology startup that’s on a mission. Read More

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Why smart people never bring smartphones into meetings

You are annoying your boss and colleagues any time you take your smartphone out during meetings — and women and people over 40 they’re even more perturbed. Read More

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How understanding conversation styles can make you successful

There are patterns that tend to characterize conversation styles. Understanding them can help you communicate and succeed at work. Read More

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What I learned from shutting up in meetings

You don’t make decisions as a team. That’s the consensus. You make decisions as a leader. My approach (and one you can try) is “Disagree and Commit.” … Read More

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Can having a pet save you money? Study says yes.

Whether they’re official therapy animals or mere amateurs, pets can bring out our best. Here’s a look at the financial and health benefits of pet ownership. Read More

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4 traps that trip up new leaders

Without the proper development, mentoring and onboarding, new leaders often fall into four common traps that contribute to costly mistakes. Read More

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Wearing these two colors together will make you a better employee

So mixing these two colors together, though bold, is also quite powerful. Who What Wear pointed out that influencers are all about this interesting look. Read More

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The biggest office distractions (from phones to small talk to loud coworkers)

A third of respondents felt that collectively, distractions in the office caused them to make mistakes at work at least once. Read More

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9 things smart people do after they screw up at work

Work mistakes happen to the best of us. Here’s how to know if it’s time to save your reputation, or if you’re better off beating a hasty retreat. 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.