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What to Do to Help Your Kids Be Successful

The world in which your kids are growing up is vastly different from the one you grew up in. Researchers continue to seek out the specifics that will help develop a robust 21st-century policy for early education. How do children learn outside the classroom versus inside? Does technology have impact? How can parents, teachers, peers and others help kids succeed? Here are seven common sense and science-backed takeaways that will help your child thrive on the path to adulthood.

Women in Tech: Stories Behind the Statistics

In this technology-dependent world, it's clear that the flow of information is key to our shared future. But who gets to help build that future? Of all entry-level positions in the tech field, just 37 percent are occupied by women. For managerial positions and the hallowed “C-Suite,” the number drops to 15 percent. So why is this?

Work-Life Balance Is Dead, and Here's Why

When you finally come home at the end of a long day of work, you want to have an actual life. You socialize, shop, catch a movie, and maybe go to your favorite restaurant. The truth is, all that time, a thought lingers in the back of your mind: “I have to wake up early tomorrow.” And there’s nothing wrong with it. We’re looking into whether it makes sense to try and achieve a perfect balance between your work and life—and if not, what are some alternative attitudes.

​Working Too Hard? The US States with the Most Amount of Free Time

Check our nation-wide report to see which states rank as having the most amount of free time, leading employees to maintain a healthier work-life balance.

Worst Career Regrets People Have (but You Can Avoid)

Career regret is common, but you don't have to make the same mistakes others have made. Learn what most people regret and avoid these bad career decisions. Otherwise, you'll live with them for the rest of your professional life.

Wrongful Termination: Is It Unlawful Firing? What to Do [Examples]

Are you a wrongful termination victim? Was Your firing unlawful? This simple checklist helps you find out, with tips from wrongful discharge experts that show what to do next.

You Love Your Career… But You’re Burning Out

The risk of burnout nowadays is higher than ever. Seven out of ten Millenials are experiencing some level of burnout in their jobs. Why are we feeling burned out then? Is it because we hate our jobs? Our peers? No. Burnout can affect even those of us who love our careers. But it can be avoided. And this article will show you how to do it.

How to Follow up on a Job Application (with Email Samples)

Once you’ve submitted your job application, don’t just sit and wait. Employers expect you to follow up! This guide will show you how to do it right, beat your competition, and land that dream job. Use our sample resume follow-up email, see a follow-up phone call script and learn the most effective follow-up hacks and tips.

10+ Ways to Mentally Detach from Work on Holidays [Proven Tips]

About to go on holiday? Read our guide to make sure you leave your work at the office where it belongs so you can properly enjoy your vacation.

65+ Best Questions to Ask an Interviewer & Land Top Jobs

Interviews are conversations, not an interrogation. Ask HR the right questions in a job interview and you’ll start work on Monday. Here are the best interview questions to ask.

Top 20 Phone Interview Questions & Answers [Best Examples]

Got the dreaded phone interview coming up? No problem. The best way to learn how to prepare for a phone interview is to simply understand what telephone interview questions you will likely get asked. Our guide gives some examples of phone interview questions and answers to get you ready in no time.

Cum Laude on a Resume: How to List Latin Honors & Tips

So, you graduated cum laude and want to show it off to prospective employers. Here's how to list latin honors on your resume.

How to List a Minor & Major on a Resume (Double Major, Too)

Writing a resume could be a real head-scratcher. If you’re wondering how to list a minor on a resume or what to do with a double major on a resume, you’ve come to the right place.

Instructional Designer: Resume Sample & Writing Guide [20+ Tips]

Learn how to write an instructional designer resume that can 10x your chances of landing an interview.

30 Great Conversation Starters [Topics, Questions & Openers]

Having some tried & tested conversation starters or conversation topics up your sleeve can help you save the day. Learn how to start a conversation with anyone on any occasion.

Law School Application Resume Template (20+ Examples)

How to write a law school resume? What sections to include? Should it be one-page or longer? Find out here and see the best law school application resume examples!

25 Teacher Interview Questions & Answers [Common & Hard]

The 25 most common teacher interview questions and answers to prep for any teaching interview. Know what they’ll ask in advance. Prepare for the top interview questions for teachers with a time-tested approach. Don’t get caught in your underwear! Walk into the teacher interview ready and calm and land that job!

STAR Method Technique Interview Questions & Answers

Situation, Task, Action, and Result — the STAR method is a way of responding to behavioral interview questions. How to use it to your advantage? Read on.

13+ Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign Resume Templates

The best Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign resume templates from all over the internet: all in one place (FREE templates included!). Download with a single click.

(Active) Listening Skills: Definition, Examples, Techniques

Active listening skills for jobs. See how to put listening skills on a resume—and how to be a better listener—with 35+ resume active listening examples & tips.

Elevator Pitch: What’s Wrong With It & How to Make Yours Work

Oh, the dreaded elevator pitch. Unless you’re one of the slick salesmen from Mad Men or the Wolf of Wall Street, you probably hate it. Nothing wrong with that — a traditional elevator pitch is a lost cause. Here’s how to fix yours to make it actually work!

Two Weeks Notice Letter (Template and Writing Guide)

A simple two weeks notice letter saves a lot of headaches. Use this sample two weeks notice resignation letter to keep from burning bridges. Learn how to write a professional letter of resignation. See examples, templates, and tips for paper and email resignation letters. Leave with class, don't burn bridges.

Cover Letter Spacing & Margins: Size, Rules, 10+ Tips

You’ve written a great cover letter. But will the hiring team disqualify you if you flub your cover letter spacing? No, but use our guide to make sure you don’t look sloppy.

How To Sleep Better: The Importance of Healthy Sleep Habits [+Tips]

How important is sleep, why should you care, and how will improper sleep hygiene mess with your health and wellness? Learn how to sleep better from this expert-driven guide.

15+ Best Informational Interview Questions to Ask

These 15 informational interview questions will take your job search from the slow lane to light speed. The best questions to ask in an informational interview give you special knowledge, plus insider allies pulling to get you hired fast. Learn the information interview questions that break the ice and multiply your network!

Burnout: Prevention, Treatment, and Advice for Employees & Employers

210 million people worldwide and 11 million Americans suffer from burnout. The syndrome occurs across all industries. What causes it? How can you fight it? Read on to find out.

How Sound Affects Your Work Performance

A sound-free workplace isn’t feasible, no matter how hard we try. But what sounds are good for your productivity—and what sounds to avoid? Read on to learn!

8 Ways to Learn How to Think Like a Poker Player at Work

Here’s a surprising way for you to become better at your job: start thinking about work like poker players think about the game. What do I mean? Read on to find out!

20+ Best Ice Breaker Questions & Games

Best icebreaker games and questions. Learn how to break the ice in meetings and other professional contexts. Make everyone feel at ease and avoid awkwardness.

"What Motivates You?" Interview Question & Best Answer

“What motivates you?” This interview question is trickier than you might imagine. There is no one right way to answer it, but there are a number of replies to avoid. With this guide, we’ll cover how to best answer the what motivates you interview question, what not to do, and advice on more specific situations.