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10 Great Jobs for Music Lovers
By Simone Johnson | November 08, 2023
To succeed in the music business, you need to understand finance, macro- and microeconomics, and data analytics. Here are some jobs that check these boxes.
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Things You Should Never Do During and After a Job Interview
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 08, 2023
What you do during and after a job interview matters. Avoid these common interview mistakes in your job search.
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7 LinkedIn Job-Hunting Tactics That Work
By Chad Brooks | November 08, 2023
Here are seven strategies to get a job from LinkedIn, including making simple profile tweaks, using connections and groups effectively, and reading content.
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How to Become a Day Trader
By Bennett Conlin | October 30, 2023
This guide explains what a day trader does and how you can become one, as well as the risks to consider before starting to make investment decisions.
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What Is LinkedIn? How to Use It Personally and Professionally
By Sean Peek | October 26, 2023
LinkedIn is a useful tool for businesses and professionals. This guide explains the many ways to use LinkedIn to grow your career and your business.
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Promoting Diversity: Why Inclusive Communication and Involvement Matter
By Bassam Kaado | October 24, 2023
Diversity is an important consideration for any modern business. Learn some ways to promote diversity in your company's workplace.
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Employees Who Network Together Stay Together
By Adam Uzialko | October 24, 2023
Research shows that co-workers who network internally are more likely to stay with your company and to be more productive.
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Can Your Alma Mater Help You Land a Job?
By Isaiah Atkins | October 24, 2023
Your alma mater's alumni network may be a great job-hunting resource. Learn to connect with alumni services and resources to set yourself up for success.
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Navigating Your Career Path: How to Map It Out
By Tejas Vemparala | October 24, 2023
Finding your profession is not always a linear path. It helps to create a map for your career and then be flexible until you reach your final destination.
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Lunch Is Served! Workplace Meals Improve Productivity
By Casey Conway | October 24, 2023
Workplace meals can improve employee productivity, wellness and engagement by providing workers opportunities to eat, socialize and strategize together.
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50-Hour Workweeks? How to Cut Back on the New Normal
By Shayna Waltower | October 24, 2023
Though 50-hour workweeks are increasingly common, they're bad for both employees and businesses. Learn how to help employees achieve a better work-life balance.
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6 Proven Ways to Get a Promotion
By Tejas Vemparala | October 24, 2023
Ready to move up in your company? Do these six things if you want a promotion.
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12 LinkedIn Alternatives for Job Seekers
By Bassam Kaado | October 24, 2023
Online resources like LinkedIn are valuable job-search tools that match skills to positions. Learn about 12 LinkedIn alternatives to find the right job.
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College Professors Reveal What They Love (and Hate) About Their Jobs
By Brittney Morgan | October 24, 2023
College professors enjoy mentoring and watching students progress; frustrations include low pay and high workloads. Learn more about what professors say.
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Want a Professional Reference? How to Ask and What to Expect
By Matt D’Angelo | October 24, 2023
Excellent professional references can help you stand out among job applicants. Learn how to ask for a professional reference and what to include.
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Communication Technology and Inclusion Will Shape the Future of Remote Work
By Natalie Hamingson | October 24, 2023
Working from home is becoming the new normal. How can companies keep up while still managing teams effectively?
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Life’s Too Short: 4 Reasons to Do What You Love for a Living
By Stella Morrison | October 24, 2023
Money is important, but it isn’t everything. Studies show people who do what they love for a living are much happier.
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Michael Scott Quotes Every Leader Should Live By
By Sammi Caramela | October 24, 2023
These Michael Scott quotes from popular television series The Office may have come from a goofball manager, but they hold some leadership insight all the same.
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Is Your Personality Making It Hard to Work From Home?
By Casey Conway | October 24, 2023
Some personality types are better suited to a work-from-home arrangement. Learn traits compatible with remote work and how to build the necessary habits.
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New Job? How to Survive 8 First-Week Challenges
By Nicole Fallon | October 24, 2023
There are always challenges when you start a new job. Follow these strategies to overcome them.
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Soft Skills Every Tech Professional Should Have
By Jeremy Bender | October 24, 2023
While tech workers often concentrate on hard skills, soft skills are crucial for success. Learn to develop soft skills like communication and empathy.
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What Is Your Body Language Telling Your Interviewer?
By Linda Pophal | October 24, 2023
Body language and nonverbal cues can affect your job interview and how you're perceived. Learn tips for making a positive impression on hiring managers.
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Solving the Mystery of Millennial and Gen Z Job Hoppers
By Tejas Vemparala | October 24, 2023
To cut costs, businesses sometimes stop investing in younger employees' needs. Millennials and Gen Z want to get the maximum value for their work.
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How to Develop a Positive Attitude in the Workplace
By Bassam Kaado | October 24, 2023
Learning to develop a positive attitude or mindset in the workplace can help your employees and co-workers and increase company success.
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Why It’s Good to Have a BFF at Work
By Bassam Kaado | October 24, 2023
Workplace friendships can boost productivity and improve company culture. Learn the benefits of work friends and how to make a company friendlier. 
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Are Workplace Politics Destroying Your Business? Here’s How to Fix It
By Skye Schooley | October 24, 2023
See examples of negative office politics and find out how to handle such problems in your company. Plus, see examples of positive workplace politics.
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Why You Should or Shouldn’t Quit Your Job
By Max Freedman | October 24, 2023
How do you know when to quit your job and when to stay? Learn how to quit professionally – and maybe leave your day job to start a business.
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Mobile Device Usage at Work Increases Productivity
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
This guide explains how limited smartphone usage can improve productivity and employee morale in the workplace.
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Workplace Harassment: How to Recognize and Report It
By Skye Schooley | October 23, 2023
There are many types of workplace harassment. Learn how to spot each type and report it to put a stop to the behavior.
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Why Do Employees Prefer Flexible Work Arrangements?
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
Your employees might be looking for more flexibility. In fact, flexible work arrangements benefit everyone. Learn how to encourage flexibility at work.