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How to cope with anxiety in a high-stress work environment

“Work is supposed to be fulfilling…why do I feel so anxious?”

Updated Oct. 21, 2022
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6 soft skills that will get you promoted faster than hard work can, according to a career coach

Long gone are the days when our expertise was enough to get ahead.

Updated Oct. 14, 2022
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4 phrases confident women tell themselves when they don’t get the job they dreamed of

It’s not always easy to stay upbeat and positive, especially when you don’t get the job you want.

Updated Sep. 10, 2022

Manager’s viral post about flexible working hours is making moms feel seen

Because life happens whether you're on the clock or not.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

I’m never going back to an office again

My last job wanted a return to work in the office—and I decided I didn't.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

I started working part-time (and I love it)

I'm so glad that for right now, I'm exactly where I need and want to be: part-time at Motherly, and, as always, a full-time mother.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This dad holding his baby while being sworn in at the Department of Labor is everything

Let's hear it for parents including their children in major career moments.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Yes, you absolutely should negotiate your salary—here’s how

Remember, this is called work, not play. You deserve to get paid an equitable amount of money for the work you're going to do.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022

How to rock your job interview

From research to practice, here's how to prepare.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

5 lucrative strategies that will earn you an extra $1,000 a month, mama

Consider starting a service for a passion of yours, like teaching music or tennis lessons.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

10 reasons you need a side hustle, mama

6. It can be good for your mental health.

Updated Sep. 04, 2018
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This mom was the best candidate for the job, regardless of her career gap

Mike Podesto shared exactly why on LinkedIn.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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Chip Gaines’ advice for working parents will put your heart at ease

OF COURSE Chip Gaines has an awesome perspective on work-life balance.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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Yes I’m a wife and a mom, but I’m also still me

I put myself out there, I love hard, lead to the best of my ability, and am never afraid to try anything once.

Updated Aug. 12, 2022

Harvard researchers say this is the ideal parental leave policy

Let’s get rid of this “primary parent” notion from the get-go. ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

For me, feminism means the freedom to be a stay-at-home mom

Actually, to suggest women “should” do anything other than what they feel is right for their families is anti-feminist.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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