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The end of American careerism
Climbing the corporate ladder was once a cornerstone of the American Dream. Now, many professionals…
Aki Ito
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Where you should look for a job if you can't break into consulting, according to a Harvard career advisor
A Harvard career advisor says new grads who can't get into consulting firms should look for compani…
Kelsey Vlamis
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Cameron Diaz talks about taking a break from acting, says it was to build her family
Cameron Diaz, after a nearly decade-long break, shares insights into her decision to step back from…
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The idea of depending on my parents for money scared me. After accepting I had a financial safety net, my career flourished.
My parents offered me money, but I wanted to be seen as independent. When I accepted that I had a f…
Kanishka Nangare
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I gave up my successful career and moved to Texas to care for my grandmother with dementia. It was the only option for us.
At 45 Veronica Shanklin left her marketing career and moved back home. She took care of her grandmo…
Jane Ridley
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I'm 57 and finally following my dreams of traveling while my daughter struggles to launch her career. It's hard to leave her behind.
I've been helping my daughter start her career, and she hasn't had her big break. I'm worried about…
Jennifer Della'Zanna
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Majority Gen Z employees feel job satisfaction is more important than salary, say work-life balance is crucial
A new survey reveals that Gen Z values job satisfaction and work-life balance over high salaries. C…
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I lived in a hacker house for the summer when I was 18. It changed my career trajectory completely and I left college.
Jonah Weinbaum was going into his sophomore year at the University of Michigan when he was recruite…
Jen Glantz
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I pivoted into venture capital at 23 and my life has never been so exciting. Here's my advice for breaking into the industry.
Katie Vasquez landed her first venture capital job at 23. She said people who want to join the indu…
Jamie Killin
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Bruce Springsteen says paying his band 'a tremendous amount of money' has been key to his career success and longevity
Springsteen, who is worth more than $1 billion, made around $500 million alone from selling his mus…
Eve Crosbie
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A former investment banker who changed careers has 3 tips if you're considering switching industries
Angie Chen spent one year in her investment banking job before pivoting to become a campaign market…
Jaures Yip
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Issa Rae breaks down her success mindset and her formula for peak creativity
"Insecure" creator Issa Rae is profitable thanks to her authenticity. She breaks down her success m…
Joi-Marie McKenzie
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5 careers in the space industry that new grads should focus on, according to a VC
Various career paths can lead new grads to working in the space industry. Jobs on the rise include …
Robin Madell
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I became a stay-at-home dad at the age of 47. I've learned more about myself while parenting than I did in 20 years of my career.
Ben Maddern sold his business to become a stay-at-home dad when he was 47. He says he learned more …
Gary Nunn
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India captain Rohit Sharma says he will continue to play Tests and ODIs "at least for a while"
"I just said it. I don't look that far ahead. So clearly, you will be seeing me play at least for a…
PTI
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Meeting anxiety is a real thing. Here's how to beat the nerves, according to a career expert.
It's normal to feel anxious in meetings, but staying quiet may be holding back your career, accordi…
Lindsay Dodgson
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I was a fitness influencer with 1 million Instagram followers. I made a career U-turn after I realized my content was damaging myself and others.
Madalin Giorgetta would get 60,000 likes on a bikini photo as a fitness influencer. She re-trained …
Kim Schewitz
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How I transitioned from a career in finance to short-term property management
Shannon St. Val founded a short-term vacation-rental company, transferring her finance consulting s…
Mariette Williams
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A career in property management is looking more desirable as renters and travelers opt for luxury living
Two property managers share their insight on breaking into the field of managing short-term vacatio…
Mariette Williams
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How taking a break can help save an influencer's dying career, even when it seems like there's no hope
Polarizing YouTuber Gabbie Hanna disappeared from the internet for a year. She's been welcomed back…