Career Advice & Insights

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Report: Working anywhere but your desk makes you more effective

Nobody wants an open office – but no one seems to want a totally closed one either. Almost 80% of workers prefer an environment that falls between the two. Read More

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Why remote work didn’t work for me

Remote work is the future, right? Well, not for me and here’s why. Read More

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7 mistakes leaders make that turn everyone miserable

Leaders often sabotage themselves. Here’s what they can do to realize their mistakes and address them in the workplace and in life. Read More

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5 ways to repair your reputation at work (if you’ve been politically incorrect or offensive)

Can you repair your reputation and earn back the trust of your boss, coworkers or team? Probably. But it’ll take work. Read More

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Why even leaders get by with a little help from their friends

Our struggles do not define us any more than our successes do. You are not weak; you have weaknesses. There is a difference. Read More

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Pro tip: 4 reasons to turn down new business

Don’t be afraid to ask detailed questions and even call out concerns about workload. Read More

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13 painful life lessons I’ve learned as a full-time writer

As painful as these life lessons have been, they have been invaluable towards my personal growth, and I hope the same for you too. Read More

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Why companies should give women more stretch assignments

Stretch assignments are proven career accelerators, but do women get equal access? … Read More

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This is the fashion item you’ll be seeing all over your office this summer

Shawls suddenly look like the chic and effortless alternative to the frumpy office cardigan or sweater draped over the back of the chair. 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.