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How to Introduce Yourself Professionally: Examples

Learn how to introduce yourself professionally in a business context. Find out what to pay attention to, and how to make the best self-introduction.

Maciej Duszyński, CPRW

February 2, 2026

How to Negotiate a Salary: 30+ Tips and Examples

How to negotiate a salary and get what you deserve. Learn how to ask for more money in an interview and beyond! (Extra information on negotiating perks and benefits!)

Chaymae Samir

October 7, 2025

Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills: What’s the Difference?

Hard skills vs soft skills – you want to apply for your dream job and you don’t know the difference? Read our article to find out how to impress the recruiter with your skills!

Tom Gerencer, CPRW

August 25, 2025

Career Advice Articles

57% of Working Moms Delayed Having Children Due to Work

New Zety report exposes persistent career setbacks, hiring bias, and societal pressures working mothers face.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Apr 25, 2025

European Workers Sound Alarm on U.S. Corporate Influence: 83% Fear Negative Impact on Workplace Culture

Zety report reveals pushback against American-style workplace policies, call for stronger labor protections.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Apr 21, 2025

Top Most Respected Jobs 2022

Love doctors but hate politicians? You’re not alone. Some jobs are more respected than others. Find out which careers are most esteemed and what makes a job worthy of respect.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Apr 17, 2025

Icebreaker Games and Questions to Kick off Your Next Meeting

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.

By Maciej Duszyński, CPRW Apr 17, 2025

What You Can Learn From the Mistakes of Career Experts

We all make mistakes, even the best. Read the professional regrets of our career experts and what you can learn from them to ensure you won’t go down the same path.

By Caio Sampaio, CPRW Apr 16, 2025

Are Gen Z Bad Employees? Facts vs. Myths

You’ve heard that Gen Zs are bad employees, but is that true? I’m on a quest to find the truth about Gen Z’s work ethic using data-based reports.

By Roma Kończak, CPRW Apr 4, 2025

How Do Employees View Workplace Surveillance? [2022 Study]

Feeling controlled? Today’s workplace surveillance is a digital playground. Employers can track employees’ every move. Here’s what people really think about Big Brother watching them.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Feb 21, 2025

25+ Employer Red Flags You Need to Know

Want to avoid bad employment? Learn about job red flags. See how to avoid scams and problematic work environments and make more informed career choices.

By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Feb 21, 2025

Mind the Skills Gap: Navigating the U.S. Skills Gap in 2024

This article offers more than just the skills gap definition. Read on to find out everything you should know about the current talent gap in the U.S.!

By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Feb 20, 2025

Perfect Recruitment Process: Key Insights for 2023

What does the perfect hiring process look like? 1000 employees share their experiences with job hunting and open up about what they really expect from recruiters.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Feb 18, 2025

50% Say Starting a Family Is Impossible, 40% Can’t Save for Retirement

Zety report reveals salary stagnation and rising costs are preventing Americans from achieving life milestones.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Feb 10, 2025

10 Alternatives to College Degrees for Any Budget

A 4-year degree isn’t required to succeed in life. These alternatives to college education provide opportunities to gain skills and experience without needing student loans.

By Roma Kończak, CPRW Feb 6, 2025

What Is Bare Minimum Monday? (Meaning and How It Works)

Everybody hates Mondays, and some people are trying to change that with the “bare minimum Monday” trend. But what is it? And should you try it? We’re here to share the answers.

By Caio Sampaio, CPRW Feb 2, 2025

Criminal Record at Work [2022 Study]

Should ex-offenders be reintegrated into society by getting employed? Here’s what people really think about second-chance hiring.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jan 29, 2025

More Than Half of Workers Hit Peak Productivity Between 8–11 AM

New research reveals the top productivity habits, environments, and challenges influencing workplace success across the U.S. workforce.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Jan 14, 2025

Gig Economy: Definition, Statistics & Trends [2024 Update]

Some say the gig economy is booming, some say it’s declining. Learn the complex truth about the gig economy from statistics and research from 2024 aggregated from multiple independent sources.

By Maciej Duszyński, CPRW Dec 22, 2024

Childhood Dream Jobs [2021 Study]

Do people land their dream jobs from childhood? One study asks 2,000 Americans if they fulfilled their childhood dreams. Here are the results.

By Bart Turczynski Dec 20, 2024

The Collapse of the 40-Hour Work Week: What Comes Next?

The 40-hour work week seems increasingly obsolete, especially after the pandemic. But what’s next? Should we adopt a new solution, such as the 4-day workweek? Read on to find out!

By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Dec 19, 2024

The Most Popular Resume Skills Worldwide: Zety’s 2024 Study

Some skills are always universal. It’s good to show them on your resume. We’ve studied what they are, and here are the results.

By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Nov 28, 2024

Who Wrote The Most Resumes? Zety’s Job Title Study 2024

Which profession is the most active in writing a resume and, therefore, probably looking for a job? Let’s see the numbers from Zety’s 7 different markets worldwide.

By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Nov 28, 2024

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.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Oct 18, 2024

3 Dangerous TikTok Trends Job Seekers Should Ignore

TikTok offers dubious career and job search advice that can put your professional reputation in jeopardy. Here are three TikTok trends to avoid.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Oct 16, 2024

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.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Oct 7, 2024

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.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jun 17, 2024

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.