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Author: Christopher Palma

New Research Shows Daily AI Users Earn More and Advance Faster

The gulf between workers who use generative AI every day and those who don’t is widening. According to PwC’s newly released 2025 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey, employees who engage with generative AI daily report dramatically higher gains in productivity, confidence and compensation than their less frequent counterparts. While

How to Use AI to Coach Your Next Job Application Video

More companies are seeing the benefits of video-based job applications, whether it’s a one-way recording or a live digital panel for the interview. According to research from LinkedIn, 79% of hiring managers believe that video introductions have become more important when vetting applications, so being comfortable on camera is now

How to Master Communication Skills in the Workplace to Unlock Your Career Potential

You’re probably aware that communication is essential for successful relationships. But did you know that effective communication skills are crucial for career success? According to LinkedIn’s list of the most in-demand skills, communication ranks No. 1.  In this article, you’ll learn about the four main types of communication that govern

The Importance of Professional Networking Events for 2026

Attending networking events allows you to form lasting relationships that advance your career. For beginners, learning how to stand out at networking events means turning brief encounters with companies or individuals into meaningful connections. With the correct planning, communication and follow-up strategies, anyone can make a lasting impression at any

Setting Boundaries At Work: Empowering Your Professional Journey

We might face moments in our careers where our work-life balance gets overlooked or becomes difficult to maintain. Work emails trickle in after hours. Meetings run through lunch breaks. The lines between work and personal time blur, leaving us drained and lacking motivation. But setting boundaries at work can change

Are Workplace Tensions High? 7 Ways to Handle Conflict Among a Team

If you are a human and you work with other humans, conflict is unavoidable. If you’re leading a team, you’ll also likely have countless opportunities to support and influence the culture around these disputes. Though few may genuinely enjoy this heavy task, growth happens here, and it’s crucial to approach

Are AI Tools Changing How Our Brains Process Information?

Every new tool changes the way we think. The calculator, for instance, freed us from tedious arithmetic, the GPS relieved us of remembering directions—and now, AI promises to shoulder much of our writing and reasoning. But at what cost?  A recent study suggests that relying on ChatGPT for simple tasks

Top 5 Funding Strategies for Startups—How to Get Funding for a Business in 2026

One of the biggest challenges for new entrepreneurs is finding the right funding strategies for startups.  From bootstrapping and small business loans to grants, angel investors, crowdfunding and venture capital, this guide breaks down the top startup financing options. Find the pros, cons and practical tips of these methods and