“be Better” Tips for Everyone

By Judith Humphrey – Fast Company 6 types of bad bosses and how to deal with them. If you’re one of the many people who feel that you work for a tough or unlikeable boss, you are not alone. According to a recent 15Five report, one-third of all employees would be relieved to hear that their…

By Anouare Abdou – Ladders 6 habits that are ruining your chances of getting a promotion. Hungry for a more senior role? Eager to sink your teeth into a new challenge? Whether there are promotion opportunities on your radar or not, your habits can put the odds of getting promoted on your side — or stop your…

By Lena H. Sun and Lori Aratani – The Washington Post Federal health officials gave the green light Friday for fully vaccinated people to resume travel as an estimated 100 million Americans have had at least one dose of coronavirus vaccine, and evidence mounts of the shots’ effectiveness. The long-awaited guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and…

By Jeff Cox – CNBC Job growth boomed in March at the fastest pace since last summer, as stronger economic growth and an aggressive vaccination effort contributed to a surge in hospitality and construction jobs, the Labor Department reported Friday. Nonfarm payrolls increased by 916,000 for the month while the unemployment rate fell to 6%.…

By Michael Dinich – Ladders If you speak to a millionaire, they won’t brag about achieving their net worth. Becoming a millionaire is only a byproduct of hard work. And more of a milestone rather than a finish line. Instead, they spend more time than not sharing their life experiences and journey. They love to mentor…

By Jason Murdock – Newsweek Video software remains an integral part of many people’s lives in 2021 as the COVID pandemic continues to impact jobs and social lives. Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams—three of the most popular tools—offer ways to use virtual backgrounds for extra privacy or simply a change of scenery. Another way of achieving that…

By Alex Janin – The Wall Street Journal In brief Be a problem solver. This will help you build your technical skillset and interpersonal relationships. Prioritize kindness and integrity in all your interactions. Go above and beyond. Seize every opportunity. Every professional experience can teach you something. Whether you are applying for your first job, trying…

By CW Headley – Ladders According to a new cross-sectional study published in the BMC Public Health journal, some occupations carry a measurable risk for alcoholism among middle-aged and older populations. The research was derived from the 100,817 participants previously logged in the UK Biobank recruited between 2006 and 2010. Roughly 17,900 of these could be clinically…

By Victorio Millan – ADP Spark Millennials represent an increasingly large portion of the current workforce, and understanding their unique social and historical context is critical for organizations looking to hire, develop and retain effective employees. Generational shifts in the workplace are naturally occurring phenomena. While the similarities between generations tend to outnumber the differences,…

By Meredith Schneider – Ladders Humans are believed to have a predisposition to lying. Even if that’s not entirely true, many amazing people in your life have probably told a lie or two in the past. Lying can be good for our careers, boost our resumes, buffer our relationships, protect our reputations, and really provide excuses for…