How workers can make AI ‘a powerful ally’
The artificial intelligence revolution could create even greater wealth inequality, according to BlackRock CEO Larry Fink. That’s why Fink recommends global business and political leaders be proactive in figuring out how to ensure workers aren’t left out of the financial growth AI is likely to create. “If AI does to white-collar work what globalization did […]
How to get hired without impressive pedigree or resume
Lowe’s CEO Marvin Ellison has a simple piece of career advice: Chase the job nobody wants. “When you don’t have an impressive pedigree, when you don’t have a resume that will stand out, the way that you get people to notice you is, you take jobs that nobody else wants, and you work really hard […]
How to successfully handle end-of-year work stress, from experts: ‘Embrace your inner toddler’
It isn’t just difficult family dynamics or the prospect of stretching a budget to purchase expensive gifts that can make the holiday season stressful. Workplace concerns, like not meeting all your goals, looming deadlines and burnout, can also surface at the end of the year. According to Patricia Dixon, a licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct […]
How to handle your student loans after losing your job
Srdjanns74 | Istock | Getty Images If you’ve recently lost your job or are struggling to find a new one, your student loans are probably causing you more stress than usual. The job market is flashing warning signs, with the U.S. economy adding just 22,000 positions in August, which was below expectations, according to a Bureau […]
Don’t try to be cool at work—how to gain influence instead, expert says
If you want to stand out at work, stop worrying about acting cool in front of your colleagues, says workplace expert Henna Pryor. Instead of trying to manage other people’s perceptions of you, focus on building “credibility and connections,” and adding value to your workplace — whether that’s taking notes in a meeting or helping […]
How long it actually takes to land a raise
Talking about money is hard, and asking your boss for more of it can be even harder. But once you have taken the time to research your market value and mull over your compensation goals, you’re likely ready to start negotiating for a higher salary. No matter how prepared you may be, though, the first […]
How to tell if hiring movers is worth the cost
Moving can be a stressful process. And with kids or a busy job, it gets even harder. For many, hiring movers can feel like a good way to reduce the hassle — but it can also come with a high price tag. If you want to bring in professionals, the average cost of a two- […]
How to get your workplace to embrace AI
Using artificial intelligence on the job is becoming increasingly common across the U.S. Some bosses — particularly at tech companies — even require it, for either some or all of their employees. E-commerce giant Shopify, for example, is in the “all” camp, co-founder and CEO Tobias Lütke wrote in a company-wide memo, which he posted […]
How I’d use AI to do my job better, if I were a student today
If Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang were a student again, he’d take advantage of generative AI to have a successful career. “The first thing I would do is to learn AI,” Huang said in a January episode of the “Huge Conversations” show with Cleo Abram, mentioning tools like ChatGPT, Gemini Pro and Grok. “Learning how to […]
How to manage ‘accidentally’ becoming important at work, expert says
Perhaps you, like the many U.S. employees who’ve posted viral memes and videos over the past couple years, accidentally became important at work. Maybe you offered help to a coworker one too many times, or agreed to stay late at the office to work on a project. Now, your favors have turned into unwanted expectations, […]