Career gaps, when done right, can actually advance your job search; hiring managers are interested … [+] in what you learned during your time off. getty Navigating employment gaps on a resume can feel like traversing a minefield, especially for career changers or those seeking to pivot later in their professional lives. However, the narrative … Read more
Here are some tips on how to land your next role after being laid off. Violetastoimenova | E+ | Getty Images Companies around the world have continued to downsize following the overhiring spree during the pandemic. Since the start of the year, more than 57,000 employees have been laid off globally, according to Layoffs.fyi. From … Read more
It is possible to change careers with little to no experience. As long as you have a strategy and an … [+] openness to learn skills, pivoting in your career can be seamless. getty As people search for purpose and meaning in their lives, their careers become a byproduct of wanting more. Sometimes, this means … Read more
Being a supportive friend to a new entrepreneur is just as important as any other pillar in the … [+] journey. Understanding the right questions to ask will provide a stronger foundation. getty An entrepreneur experiences a thrilling yet challenging journey. If you have friends who are small business owners, you’ve likely seen their highs … Read more
Almost 85% of companies are using a applicant tracker system to hire new employees. The hurdle is … [+] the programs are rejecting qualified candidates. getty In the digital age, your first hurdle in landing your dream job isn’t a human gatekeeper; it’s an algorithm. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) sift through thousands of resumes, filtering … Read more
The subscription service economy is thriving. Businesses that pivot to that revenue model … [+] significantly increase their margins. getty In recent years, a profound shift has occurred in the way consumers access products and services. Impulse buys are being outpaced by convenience, curation and community. One business model that has seized the zeitgeist is … Read more
Asking for a pay raise is no easy feat, particularly for women. More than half of women around the world have never asked for a raise before, according to a 2024 study by job listings site Indeed. Of the 43% who asked, three in four received a pay increase. Additionally, 61% of women globally believe … Read more
It’s an unfortunate reality that once you’re finally out of the office, off the clock, unreachable by the powers that be (your boss), is exactly when you start over analyzing every detail of your work day. You might find that you stress about your job more when you’re laying in bed or watching Netflix than you … Read more
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with emotion in the office, you might have been experiencing workplace “vertigo,” says Dan L. Shapiro, the director of the Harvard International Negotiation Program. Shapiro is also the author of “Negotiating the Nonnegotiable.” Vertigo often happens when you’re negotiating a raise or pitching an idea and met with unexpected feedback … Read more
Siphotography | Istock | Getty Images As artificial intelligence alters the educational landscape, the way workers earn credentials and qualifications could change as well. Accessible generative AI has the potential to help people see new possibilities for themselves and upskill their professional expertise at a faster rate, experts predict, potentially making career transitions more achievable … Read more