Career Advice

How to Choose a Career: 10 Steps to a Satisfying Career Path

Statistically, we change jobs over 10 times in our lifetime. Mostly because of boredom. Do you want to follow the pattern or would you rather have a great job right from the start?

Positive Rivals at Work [2020 Study]

They say a productive work environment is one that encourages competition between employees. We’ve asked over 1,000 Americans what they think about it. Here’s what we learned.

Older Workers: Stereotypes vs. Reality (2020 Study)

More than 80% of Americans aged 50+ have experienced everyday ageism. We’ve decided to check what stereotypes they have to battle at work. And… whether they are true.

A Vote of Confidence: Self-Belief in the Workplace

How confident are you at work? We surveyed 1000 Americans asking this very question and found that confidence isn’t just key, it’s much higher than you might think.

From BFF to Your Boss [2020 Study]

“Friends will be friends. Right 'til the end.” Or will they? Do things change when your best friend becomes your boss? That's exactly what we set out to explore.

Whatever You Do, Don't Be Smarter Than Your Boss

Are candidates more qualified than their boss? We surveyed 1,000 employees to see if they would subvert their manager and what they would do differently if they were in charge.

Professional Development Employees *Really* Want: 2020 Study

“Professional development” is a vague term but one of crucial importance to employees. In this study, we investigate how to meet the professional development needs of today’s workforce.

How to Network in University [10+ Tips for Students]

Networking while still in university will help you secure your professional career. Ace it with pro tips from educators, career advisors, university counsellors, and former students.

Use LinkedIn Like a Pro: Tips for Students and Recent Grads

In 2019, if you’re not on LinkedIn, you don’t exist. If your profile isn’t strong enough, kiss the best jobs goodbye. Here, you’ll learn how to use LinkedIn properly.

Pareto Principle & the 80/20 Rule (Updated for 2021)

The Pareto Principle soaked into the fabric of modern society. Everyone knows it’s about the 80/20 disparity. But how did it start? How does it apply to real-life situations?

Social Media in the Workplace: Drawing the Line [Guide]

Instagram stories and Facebook cat memes are part of our daily lives. But social media also affect companies and professionals in the workplace. How? Keep scrolling to find out.

We Don’t Need No Education. Or Do We? [2020 Study]

Education is said to be the passport to the future. Yet at the same time, there are lots of critical voices about the education system. 1,000+ Americans told us what they think.

From Fired to Hired

What happens in-between getting fired and hired? Here's what we found after surveying 1,000 people who were let go to see the steps they took to bounce back.

Ambition in the US Workforce: Comprehensive Study [2020]

How ambitious are American workers in 2020? Is ambition beneficial to organisations or can it lead to conflicts and burnout? Here’s what our study revealed.

Keep Up the Good Workspace

What workplace features are the most beneficial to employees? We surveyed over 1,500 employees about their perceptions of workspaces and various amenities.

Making It: What Is Success? [2020 Study]

Have you ever asked yourself what career success really means? Does it involve salary, position, or legacy? Do you think your definition of success matches that of other people?

Triumphs Through Tech

How does success relate to tech habits? We surveyed 1,000 working professionals to find out what role tech plays in their routines, device preferences, and social media usage.

Social Distancing or Distant Socialising? [2020 Study]

From now on, we’ll be looking at the world in terms of how it looked before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 1,000 Americans told us how the way they communicate has changed.

Emoji in Work-Related Email Communication [2020 Study]

Emojis are said to facilitate communication. But what about using them in professional emails? Would they help or do damage? We A/B tested 1,000 Americans to find out.

A Boss From Hell [2020 Study]

In this world, nothing is certain, except death, taxes… and having to deal with a bad boss at some point in your professional career. So, have you already met one? Or not (yet)?

Benefits of Volunteering: 7+ Tips to Supercharge Your Career

With stiff competition on the job market, you need a way to rise above the noise. Volunteering can help. Scroll down to see tips and best sites to help you land a volunteering gig.