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Best Cover Letter Font You Should Use (Size & Typeface)

What your cover letter looks like says a lot about you. Make sure it speaks in superlatives by using the best font for your cover letter.

Survey Finds 57% of Employees Would Rather Give Up Their Job Than Their Workplace Romance

1,000+ workers share their experiences with workplace romance

HR Interactions Survey Finds 54% of Workers Would Report Colleagues Having an Intimate Relationship

Discover what triggers employees to seek HR assistance and how they evaluate the resulting experiences.

AI in the Workplace Survey Finds 99% of Workers Are Using AI

A new analysis of 1,150 U.S. workers found that people are racing to adopt AI technology in the workplace and improve their skills amid a surprising number of AI-related job losses.

75% of Workers May Leave Their Jobs Due to Political Environment

A new Zety survey finds 75% of U.S. employees are considering leaving their jobs due to political discussions at work, while 60% believe political talk should be banned.

38% of HR Managers More Likely to Interview Candidates Who Use AI in Job Applications

AI tools have become a go-to for applicants who want to alleviate the stress of resume and cover letter writing. Zety asked 500 HR managers how they feel about this emerging trend.

How Human is HR? Beyond Hiring & Firing [2022 Study]

Everybody hates HR. Or do they? We found out what workers think of HR and discovered shocking examples of what does, and doesn’t, get reported to them.

The Path to Power: World Leaders' Careers

Think you’ve got it in you to be a world leader? Find out what it takes to reach the top and see how five of the greatest global leaders got to where they are today.

The Truth about Mondays: 2023 Work Week Research

Different workdays evoke different emotions. Are Mondays the worst and Fridays the best? Not necessarily. Here’s how people really feel about each day of the workweek.

Workers on the Gig Economy: 2022 Statistics

Gig job or full-time employment? Here’s what people think about the concept of short-term and contract work.

What Makes a Good Manager: Qualities & Traits [2022 Study]

Great managers are few and far between. Or… are they? We asked over 1,000 Americans about their expectations & experience to learn what it takes for a manager to be seen as great.

Top Traits and Qualities Employers Look for in 2024

Discover the personality traits and qualities that recruiters and hiring managers value the most and find out the “X factor” that’ll win them over.

The Real Face of Job Hunting in 2023

Is it easy to get hired these days? And what challenges do job seekers face? Over 1900 employees share their experiences with the recruitment process.

28% Of Americans Have Slept With Their Boss—Study Shows

A thousand employees admitted to sleeping with their boss. We asked them how that happened and what followed. Here are the rock-hard stats behind dipping your pen in company ink.

Return to Office or Remain Remote? What Workers Want in 2022

Home office, inflationary pay rise, or some other benefits? Here’s what employees value at the workplace in 2022.

Rage Applying: A Double-Edged Sword?

Over 1900 employees opened up about their experiences with changing careers, rage applying, and job search challenges. Discover the delights of impulsive job hunting.

Unveiling the Power of Employee Recognition

Discover the latest insights on the role of praise, perceived strengths and weaknesses, and views on making personal sacrifices in pursuit of a career.

List of 28 Common Office Pet Peeves [Worst of 2021—Survey]

Remember the last time your coworker microwaved fish? We all get annoyed at work. But what office situation is *the* worst of all? That’s exactly what we found out.

Living Without Pay in a Time of Crisis [2021 Study]

We live in troubled times. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has destroyed lives and livelihoods so we asked 1,000+ Americans whether they could live without pay.

Job Search Statistics for 2024 (Ultimate List)

About 58% job seekers report their job search lasted 2 months or less. About 13% of candidates spend 7 months or more (even years) looking for a job. For employers, positions open for a few months should signal that the recruiting process might be faulty.

Job Hunting Nightmares: What Are Recruiters Doing Wrong?

The Great Resignation means major job ad scouring. Cringeworthy job ads and nightmare recruiters won’t cut it anymore! 1000+ American workers share the no-nos.

Getting Rich Quick: What People Will Do for a High Income

Sex, drugs, murder. Just a few of the things our survey respondents would be willing to do to earn big. Read on to discover just how far people will go to get rich.

Leaving a Job: From Termination to Resignation [2023 Study]

To quit or to be fired? That’s the question. 1000 employees open up on how they really feel about ending employment and share their experiences with changing jobs.

Do You Want to Get Paid in Crypto? [2022 Study]

Cryptocurrencies. A controversial topic, especially when receiving a salary. Or maybe a great opportunity and a missed chance? Here’s what people think about getting paid in crypto.

Gender Gap at Work: 2022 Study

Is gender inequality in the workplace yesterday's story? Here’s what people really think about the current situation of men and women at work.

Data-Driven Career Change Ideas if COVID-19 Hit Your Industry

If you’ve been working in the industry that got hit hardest by the pandemic and lost your job—here’s a list of alternative careers for you. Based on real data.

A Players vs. B Players at Work: Two Types of Talent

The 21st-century workplace. A battlefield or a team sport? How do A players and B players view each other? Over 1000 employees share their opinions on different worker types.