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Climbing the Ladder: More Than Just a Performance Game
The road to a promotion is often paved with the misconception that high job performance alone will propel employees up the career ladder. As noted by the Harvard Business Review—an invaluable resource for...
Entry-Level Jobs Still Exist, But The Skills Needed For Them Have Changed
For years, we’ve heard concerns about entry-level jobs disappearing, but what if that’s not entirely accurate? What if these jobs still exist, but we simply aren’t preparing people w...
How to Gracefully Handle a Job Rejection Email
Facing job rejection is a common part of the job search process. It's not easy, but how you respond to a rejection email can leave a lasting impression and potentially open doors in the future. Here's what you ...
Careers Changes and Remote Work in 2023
As we enter 2023, most American workers prefer remote work. About a quarter of all professional jobs became remote at the end of last year, and that figure is expected to continue to rise this year. The job service FlexJobs repor...
Beyond Degrees: 10 High-Paying Jobs Without Traditional Requirements
In today's competitive job market, a college degree seems like a prerequisite for success. However, breaking free from this conventional belief, many high-paying jobs exist that don't require a deg...
The Secret Weapon in Salary Talks: Staying Cool
Negotiating a salary can make even the most experienced people feel nervous. But here’s a secret: staying cool and collected isn’t just helpful, it’s a game-changer. Being calm, clear, and strategic not on...
Acing Your Next Interview by Mastering Common Questions
Feeling the jitters about an upcoming job interview? You're not alone. Interviews can feel like walking a tightrope while juggling fireballs — exciting, yet a tad terrifying. However, a sprinkle of p...
Why Is Office Politics So Annoying? Here's How to Deal With It
Almost everyone who works in an office will face office politics at some point. It’s those invisible yet impactful dynamics that influence who gets ahead and whose ideas get noticed. According to ...
Job Market Momentum Slows - What It Means for Your Career
The job market, which has been red-hot for months, showed signs of cooling down in October according to the latest jobs report. Employers added 150,000 jobs last month - a solid number, but noticeably fewer than in...