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Turning gray and into the red: The true cost of growing old in America

To get a better understanding of how much of a struggle, a team at the University of Massachusetts Boston established a benchmark against which to measure the financial security of Americans aged 65 and over. Read More

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For unemployed men, there are benefits to looking at careers in female-dominated fields

With studies showing traditionally male-dominated work sectors have shrunk over the last few decades, men have started to look elsewhere — in fields predominately occupied by females. Read More

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Top 28 destinations for 2020: Urban

This week we’re sharing Urban Destinations. Each of these cities has something unique to offer—and some may not be on your radar. Read More

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How to respectfully quit your job

No one wants to get stuck in a place where there is no upward advancement. So if you’re ready for a change or thinking about making it, you’re not alone. Whether you are experiencing job stress at your current position or looking for a simple job change, be sure to quit gracefully. Read More

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How to: Make people think you’re a bigger deal than you actually are

One day you will be a big deal, and have your own assistant. For now, here’s how to fake it ‘til you make it and create the impression that you already are. Read More

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3 success factors for a fulfilling career

No one else can know what you find fulfilling, and you will always have the greatest incentive to make sure you feel fulfilled. Read More

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New York, NY with a $800,000 net worth

I tend to be very frugal and would have suffered through the 24 hours of flying in economy to save money. But truth be told I’m glad I spent the money. Read More

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Fit in the C-Suite: How 6 successful leaders exercise every week

Regardless of the duration, frequency or type of exercise, C-suite executives understand the importance of working out regularly. Six execs share their workout routines and why it works for them. Read More

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Study finds that people with less purpose in life have higher mortality rates

“Low purpose in life was significantly associated with death among 6985 older adults participating in the HRS. This finding was robust to adjustment for psychological well-being constructs and also showed a trend with decreasing life purpose.” … 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.