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Law
fromAbove the Law
22 hours ago

Paying It Forward: Turning Our Hard Lessons Into Someone Else's Roadmap - Above the Law

Career growth depends on unearned help that builds bridges from uncertainty to confidence, and the debt is repaid by paying it forward.
Careers
fromFortune
1 day ago

Warren Buffett says 'you're giving up your potential' if you don't have this one skill-and it has nothing to do with the stock market | Fortune

Strong communication skills are critical for business success, and improving them is never too late.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why 'Knowing thyself' is your most valuable asset

Solitude and self-awareness enable growth by guiding responses from knowledge of personal strengths and triggers rather than reactive habits.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Mom Is a Hiring Manager From an Older Generation. We Got Into an Explosive Fight Over What Makes a Good Resume.

Resume length should be tailored to the job and purpose, and family advice may reflect deeper anxieties beyond the stated resume guidance.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Working Hard Isn't Enough - Why Self-Awareness Is What Actually Moves Your Career Forward

Effort gets you in the game, but awareness determines how far you go through behaviors, feedback handling, and decision ownership.
Humor
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Robby Hoffman is the loud, queer comic of the moment - Queerty

Robby Hoffman’s career grew through slow, steady progress and an instinct-driven comedic voice rather than industry connections.
Careers
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The secret to getting assigned high value projects

Success at work requires doing the right mission-critical projects by building reliability, patience, and learning ability over time.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Be Like the Sea navigates former Navy captain Marie Gleeson's journey through a remarkable career and personal sorrow

When she was 10, Marie Gleeson petitioned for girls to be allowed to serve at mass alongside the altar boys. The anecdote, shared in the opening pages, sets the tone for this memoir from one of the first female captains in the Irish navy.
Women in technology
Women in technology
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The Law Firms Where Women Associates Are Actually Happy (2026) - Above the Law

Women associates report lower job satisfaction than men, but some firms earn high support through mentoring, training, career development, and partner investment.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Lessons from a very messy career that produced wonderful surprises

Management resembles rehearsals with problems, and off-key moments create major learning and opportunities.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 week ago

AI may replace 80% of skills. This last 20% will make you irreplaceable

AI automates repetitive work, while human expertise, judgment, and relationships create the remaining value that makes professionals irreplaceable.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 week ago

AI may replace 80% of skills. This last 20% will make you irreplaceable

AI automates repetitive work, while human expertise, judgment, and relationships create the remaining value that makes professionals irreplaceable.
Careers
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

AI Future of Work: Why Humans Still Win at Work

AI is rewiring work rapidly, so leaders must focus on immediate steps, believe failure is not an option, and redesign workflows to stay pro-human.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I built a tool to filter 700 listings for my job search. It got me a position as head of AI.

Santiago Fernandez de Valderrama Aparicio transitioned from retail to AI, creating an open-source job search tool that helped him secure a new position.
more#artificial-intelligence
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

The world is waiting - why tourism could be the perfect career choice

Tourism today is nothing like people expect. One week you could be helping organise a major music event. The next, you might be working behind the scenes on a marketing campaign or collaborating with top chefs. That's what makes tourism so appealing: the variety.
Travel
Careers
fromHarvard Business Review
1 week ago

Supporting Your Employees' Career Growth When Everyone Is Overwhelmed

Career development can feel impossible amid layoffs, geopolitical unrest, and AI-driven uncertainty and delivery pressure.
Careers
fromItsnicethat
in 2 weeks

"Evolving your career into a position of influence is a natural next step"

Discuss future development in your next 1:1, propose actionable steps for strategic exposure, and build consistent trust to earn leadership opportunities.
#gen-z
Digital life
fromMoneyLion
1 week ago

ChatGPT Predicts the Top Side Hustles for Gen Z in 2026

Gen Z increasingly uses side hustles as flexible, career-building income streams, with content creation and user-generated work expected to remain dominant through 2026.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy tells Gen Z that if they want to be successful, they have to 'pay their dues' first | Fortune

Gen Z must embrace starting at the bottom and prioritize learning to succeed in their careers.
fromFortune
1 month ago
Careers

This CEO pirated video games as a teen and became a hacker for the Air Force. Now he's built a $3 billion cyber firm | Fortune

Digital life
fromMoneyLion
1 week ago

ChatGPT Predicts the Top Side Hustles for Gen Z in 2026

Gen Z increasingly uses side hustles as flexible, career-building income streams, with content creation and user-generated work expected to remain dominant through 2026.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy tells Gen Z that if they want to be successful, they have to 'pay their dues' first | Fortune

Gen Z must embrace starting at the bottom and prioritize learning to succeed in their careers.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

This CEO pirated video games as a teen and became a hacker for the Air Force. Now he's built a $3 billion cyber firm | Fortune

Gen Z should trust instincts in career paths, as demonstrated by Kyle Hanslovan's unconventional journey to CEO of a $3 billion cybersecurity firm.
more#gen-z
Careers
fromNature
1 week ago

A step-by-step guide for scientists who hate conference networking

Networking at conferences can feel intimidating, but it includes everyday academic interactions that build visibility, credibility, and career opportunities.
Careers
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Stuck in a professional rut? Get inspired with tips from eight industry leaders - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A professional rut is career limbo marked by lost motivation despite completing tasks, and recovery depends on recognizing signs and responding with guidance.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Career pivots, trusting your gut, and working with family | How Could I Know? Ep 5

Career paths can change when people trust themselves, stay open to opportunities, and balance family expectations with personal interests.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why being good at your job isn't enough to get promoted anymore

Technical specialists can advance by shifting from task execution to big-picture, manager-aligned thinking that blends analytical skills with intuition.
Careers
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

The Law Firms That Are Best For Associate Satisfaction (2026) - Above the Law

Job satisfaction for law firm associates depends mainly on career commitment, relevant training, mentoring, growth paths, support, and partner investment, not pay alone.
Careers
fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

The career ladder is broken. Here's what replaces it.

Career ladder thinking blocks fulfilling work by valuing visible advancement over personal values, and career success increasingly depends on reinventing professional identity.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Legendary Investor in Uber and Zillow Says This Learning Habit Sets 'Very Successful' People Apart

Relentless self-improvement and bold opportunity-seizing drive career success, even when starting with little and facing barriers.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I'm a Meta data scientist. My Ph.D sets me apart in Big Tech but I wouldn't recommend my path to everyone.

A physics Ph.D. led to NASA research and data science roles, showing transferable skills valuable in Big Tech.
Careers
fromTNW | Future-Of-Work
2 weeks ago

Why early attrition in tech is more about career momentum than culture

Early tech employee attrition is driven more by stalled career momentum than workplace culture, with promotions and internal mobility predicting retention.
#leadership
fromFortune
1 month ago
Careers

LinkedIn's new CEO says the company you keep has a bigger impact on your career than job titles | Fortune

Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How Letting Go of Your Ego Makes You a Better, Stronger Leader

Self-seriousness is a major barrier in careers; humility and approachability foster better leadership and team outcomes.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Women in technology

She Was a Long Shot for the Job That 'Changed the Trajectory' of Her Life - But the Boss Saw This In Her. Today, It Helps Her Leads a Team of 10,000.

Women in technology
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Donna Schmidt on leadership, longevity and navigating change in mortgage servicing

Donna Schmidt's leadership in mortgage servicing emphasizes innovative technology and improving outcomes for servicers and homeowners.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

LinkedIn's new CEO says the company you keep has a bigger impact on your career than job titles | Fortune

Daniel Shapero emphasizes the importance of choosing the right people over titles in achieving career success.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How Letting Go of Your Ego Makes You a Better, Stronger Leader

Self-seriousness is a major barrier in careers; humility and approachability foster better leadership and team outcomes.
Women in technology
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

She Was a Long Shot for the Job That 'Changed the Trajectory' of Her Life - But the Boss Saw This In Her. Today, It Helps Her Leads a Team of 10,000.

Rema Serafi is KPMG's first female Vice Chair of Tax, leading over 10,000 professionals after starting her career 30 years ago.
more#leadership
Careers
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Microsoft's CFO admits she joined the tech giant without even knowing her salary-and then missed her first day of work | Fortune

Successful careers often follow non-linear paths, where each next step is an opportunity rather than a perfect plan.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I worked at McKinsey and JPMorgan before moving to Spain to teach. Here's why the corporate world was a necessary step.

A perfectionist background and rapid college completion enabled a shift from low-paid USAID work to high-paying consulting roles at McKinsey and JPMorgan.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

'SNL's latest star hails from the deep Bay Area suburbs

Ashley Padilla’s rapid rise on Saturday Night Live is tied to Bay Area roots, early work experience, and a nontraditional path shaped by family support.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Why self-taught generalists may dominate as AI rewrites the rules of work - Silicon Canals

Expertise is aging faster, making varied skill paths more resilient than single-lane careers in many white-collar fields.
Women in technology
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Confident Women Aren't the Problem - Our Gender Biases Are

Challenge confidence bias, share visibility with teams, and build recognition cultures that reward women’s self-advocacy without penalizing confidence.
Women in technology
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Growth starts with risk: Amy Butler on leadership, culture and scaling success

Leaving mortgage insurance for retail mortgage banking created major career growth through learning, team building, and direct impact.
Higher education
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

'He feels like that's more fulfilling than doing summer school at some fancy college': Ford CEO says his Gen Z son is choosing hands-on work | Fortune

Ford CEO Jim Farley's son chose hands-on trade work over college, reflecting a broader cultural shift where 63% of Americans now question the value of four-year degrees, with Gen Z increasingly pursuing skilled trades instead.
Careers
fromThe i Paper
3 weeks ago

I was the breadwinner, my husband looked after the kids - I feel no guilt

Thirty years of beauty industry experience demonstrates that in-person collaboration is essential for creative teams, requiring balanced office attendance policies rather than full remote work arrangements.
Careers
fromItsnicethat
2 weeks ago

"Take the chance on yourself"

Balancing a stable career in the creative industry with the desire to pursue personal projects can be challenging.
#ai
Careers
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

AI is wiping out entry-level jobs. Here's how to surf the wave and not get crushed by it

Entry-level consulting and finance jobs are increasingly difficult to secure due to AI automation.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

Nobody talks about what actually keeps a person ahead in an AI world, and it isn't learning every new tool or prompting better than the next person, it's the old unglamorous skills, sitting with a hard problem, noticing what's actually being asked, and caring enough to get the small things right - Silicon Canals

Old skills like patience and problem-solving are more valuable than mastering new AI tools for career advancement.
fromAxios
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Jim VandeHei: A letter to our kids on handling the coming hurricane of change

Careers
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

AI is wiping out entry-level jobs. Here's how to surf the wave and not get crushed by it

Entry-level consulting and finance jobs are increasingly difficult to secure due to AI automation.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

Nobody talks about what actually keeps a person ahead in an AI world, and it isn't learning every new tool or prompting better than the next person, it's the old unglamorous skills, sitting with a hard problem, noticing what's actually being asked, and caring enough to get the small things right - Silicon Canals

Old skills like patience and problem-solving are more valuable than mastering new AI tools for career advancement.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Your differences are your competitive advantage against AI, LinkedIn's leaders say

AI is transforming work by focusing on tasks rather than job titles, allowing individuals to shape their careers actively.
Higher education
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I'm a UNC international student who pivoted to computer science junior year. Here's how I got an AI summer internship.

Vivienne Hnin pivoted from pre-med to computer science, leveraging AI to build projects and secure an internship despite initial challenges as an international student.
more#ai
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

7 cognitive biases that make smart, ambitious people consistently worse at the decisions that matter most - Silicon Canals

Cognitive biases can derail careers and relationships, affecting decision-making despite intelligence and ambition.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 weeks ago

There have been difficult moments, dark times where it hasn't always gone my way and it's been challenging, but that's all part and parcel of football' Morgan Rogers on the setbacks he overcame to make it to the top

Morgan Rogers' early career struggles shaped him into a key player for Aston Villa and earned him a senior England debut in 2024.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Vincent Mendoza's journey reflects LIU Brooklyn's Roc Nation School's growing industry impact | amNewYork

Graduating is Mendoza's proudest moment, celebrating the support of family and friends while pursuing a degree in sports communications.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

The career ladder you climbed is being dismantled in real time - Silicon Canals

The traditional career ladder is collapsing, with fewer entry-level jobs and increased reliance on AI and experienced hires.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago

Former Goldman Sachs CEO Says This Underrated Skill Matters More Than Being a Genius

Success is driven more by hard work and seizing opportunities than by innate genius.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

The quiet career killer isn't AI - it's refusing to embrace it - Silicon Canals

Career success increasingly depends on adapting to AI advancements rather than talent alone.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago

I Was a Hiring Manager at the White House. Here's the Biggest Mistake People Make on Resumes - and How I Turned That Into a $400K Side Hustle.

Clinchy launched a successful resume consulting business on Fiverr, leveraging her experience from the White House to help others with their career documents.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 weeks ago

I was chief of staff at Khosla Ventures. Here's the most common mistake people made in job interviews.

Authenticity and intentionality are crucial for candidates to stand out in job interviews.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Is fun at work overrated?

Work has evolved from a necessary burden to a potentially fulfilling experience, especially in the last two decades.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Have One of Those "Easy" Desk Jobs Everyone Dreams Of. It Has a One Terrible Flaw.

Boredom at work can be addressed by seeking new responsibilities or engaging in personal projects during free time.
Graphic design
fromMedium
1 month ago

Staff designers aren't about shipping the best work. That's the point.

The transition to Staff or Principal Designer involves unclear expectations and requires preparation for leadership roles in design.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
6 days ago

"Junior talent will always be necessary in business"

Understanding industry changes and developing both technical and soft skills are crucial for junior designers' career success.
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Skims cofounder Emma Grede says working from home is 'career suicide'

Remote work has significant social consequences, including declining birth and marriage rates, and increased loneliness, according to Emma Grede.
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Doomjobbing: how the modern job hunt became a vicious loop

Doomjobbing is the overwhelming experience of searching for unsuitable job listings, leading to feelings of failure and despair.
fromHarvard Business Review
1 month ago

The Future Is Shrouded in an AI Fog

Confidence in a specific vision of the future is the foundation for long-term investment. You purchase a 30-year bond when you believe in the solvency of the issuer.
Venture
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 month ago

Ansu Fati's father provides update on his Barcelona future: 'We want him to...' | Barca Universal

Ansu Fati is rebuilding his career at AS Monaco, finding stability after injuries disrupted his time at Barcelona.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I did a dozen internships, including 4 unpaid ones. It led me to Nvidia and a leadership role in AI.

Internships significantly enhanced career prospects despite lower academic performance.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

'You feel radicalized': A Meta AI exec watched agents beat her top workers. Now she's built a nonprofit to help Gen Z find jobs before they disappear | Fortune

The job market is transforming as AI becomes essential, requiring workers to adapt and learn AI tools to remain competitive.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I tried every trick to stand out in my job search. A tip I found on Reddit was the only strategy that got me an offer.

A simple AI tool for locating hiring managers' emails led to multiple interviews and a job offer.
Online learning
fromInfoWorld
1 month ago

Where to begin a cloud career

Effective free courses establish foundational knowledge and context, making hands-on learning in cloud computing more accessible and effective.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Richard Donoff on Business Growth and Industry Experience

Richard Donoff is a seasoned financial services professional focused on long-term financial planning for retirees and families.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How being honest about the process of 'becoming' leads to success

Mastery and distinctiveness in art require commitment to the process, including embracing failure as a natural part of becoming oneself.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I applied to 2,000 jobs before getting offers at Target and a startup. Here's how I decided which to pick.

Dianna Dimambro chose a startup software engineering role over an internship at Target for career growth despite the risks in the tech job market.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 month ago

Former Barcelona defender dreams of return to the club - 'I think I'd fit in well' | Barca Universal

Sergino Dest expresses a desire to return to FC Barcelona, feeling he has unfinished business at the club.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I was very disappointed' - Mike Prendergast opens up on his decision to leave Munster after missing out on top job

Mike Prendergast insists he has not been put off his ultimate goal of becoming a head coach, despite being overlooked for the Munster top job in favour of Clayton McMillan.
Liverpool FC
Women
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How to respond to 'benevolent sexism' at work

Benevolent sexism, while appearing positive, undermines women's careers by reducing self-esteem and increasing emotional exhaustion.
fromInfoQ
1 month ago

Engineering Stable, Secure and Scalable Platforms: A Conversation with Matthew Liste

I was always a tinkerer, I guess. I grew up in the age where computers were not ubiquitous or common. An experience as a kid was instrumental in how my career happened.
DevOps
Angular
fromMedium
1 month ago

Senior Scala Developer Resume Samples for Lead Positions

Senior Scala roles require resumes that demonstrate ownership, system-level decisions, and measurable outcomes.
Careers
fromItsnicethat
2 weeks ago

"You don't have to be the loudest person in the room"

Making your thinking visible is essential to demonstrate your value in a workplace.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

The quiet power of emotional intelligence at work - Silicon Canals

Higher emotional intelligence significantly impacts workplace outcomes, with individuals earning $29,000 more annually and accounting for 58% of performance.
Careers
fromeLearning Industry
1 month ago

From Ladder To Lattice: How Employees, HR, And AI Are Redefining Growth At Work [eBook Launch]

Organizations must redefine growth systems to enhance capability visibility and recognition for competitive advantage in the evolving workplace.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Sarah Fowlkes: Leading with Purpose in the A/E Industry

"I've always been drawn to roles where I can connect people and make things run better. That's what keeps me engaged every day."
Women in technology
Careers
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Salary Trap: The Move That Looks Better On Paper - Above the Law

Evaluating career moves requires a focus on long-term goals rather than immediate salary increases.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

6 mindset shifts to improve your risk and failure tolerance

Change and volatility in the labor market necessitate a high Agility Quotient (AQ) to adapt successfully to evolving job landscapes.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I've Worked Tirelessly to Get One of Our Best Employees a Promotion. Then I Learned What the Bosses Have in Store for Him Instead.

First-time manager struggles to secure a raise and promotion for an exemplary employee amid company staffing issues and financial constraints.
Angular
fromMedium
1 month ago

Junior Scala Developer Resume Samples Optimized for Employers

Present existing work effectively to demonstrate capability for junior Scala roles.
Education
fromChalkbeat
1 month ago

A 'classroom-to-career' blueprint? A South Bronx middle school is getting tweens focused on job readiness

Seventh graders from South Bronx Academy proposed a successful bill on consent in photography, showcasing their advocacy and career aspirations in law.
Careers
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

CISO Conversations: Ross McKerchar, CISO at Sophos

Ross McKerchar transitioned from IT to cybersecurity, becoming CISO at Sophos, emphasizing leadership skills and the growing cybersecurity profession.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Thrive Global founder and CEO Arianna Huffington on her first job and what lessons she learned from it

Taking risks and pivoting are essential for personal and professional growth.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 month ago

The billionaire Anthropic cofounder who majored in literature and says knowing how to ask the right question beats knowing how to code | Fortune

AI is highlighting the value of liberal arts degrees, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and interdisciplinary thinking for future careers.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

Art Problems: Do I Need to Go to Art Fairs?

Art fairs are optional; attendance depends on individual goals and networking strategies.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

Coca-Cola chairman calls work-life balance a 'weird phrase' and says success is down to survival-'kind of like Squid Game' | Fortune

Success in the C-suite often relies on persistence and navigating challenges rather than careful planning.
Writing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

A professional auctioneer's tips for commanding the room

Lydia Fenet becomes the first female Principal Auctioneer for a major car company, showcasing her confidence and expertise in a traditionally male-dominated field.
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