Latest Stories
Relationships
I care about what other people think of me — here’s how I handle it
A Girl In Progress | April 16, 2021
If you obsess over what other people think of you, here's what you can do to assess whether it's something worth sweating over.
Wellbeing
What is ‘surge capacity’ and what can you do when it’s depleted?
A Girl In Progress | April 14, 2021
If you've been running on adrenaline to cope in an acutely stressful situation and it has left you feeling depleted, here's what you can do.
Wellbeing
The science of journalling and why it is so beneficial
Emma Lennon | April 11, 2021
Recording your thoughts and ideas in a journal can have positive health benefits. Here's how you can make the most of journalling.
Wellbeing
This body language is a clue that someone is lying to you
The Ladders | April 9, 2021
There is subtle body language that is a dead giveaway that somebody is lying to you. Here's how to spot it.
Career
Want to work at a marketing agency? Here’s some tips for getting hired
Sharon Green | April 7, 2021
When it comes to getting hired at a marketing agency, there are a few things you can do to stand out from the crowd.
Our picks
Child-free
The unspoken bias that child-free working women face
Emma Lennon | March 24, 2021
Work-life balance is harder for child-free women employees to obtain, due to an unspoken bias in the workplace.
Life
What is fun, and are we having ‘fun’ anymore?
Sharon Green | March 28, 2021
As she adjusts to a ‘new normal’ during a pandemic and enters her mid-thirties, Sharon Green asks: are we having fun anymore?
Beauty
How unrealistic beauty standards profit from women’s insecurities
Emma Lennon | February 28, 2021
As the beauty industry profits from exploiting appearance-based insecurities, women should question why they uphold unrealistic beauty standards.
Life
How to call someone out on their BS
A Girl In Progress | August 25, 2019
Here are some methods you can use to combat other people’s BS in a variety of social settings, because staying silent is compliant.
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Work
Why you must disconnect at the end of the day when working from home
The Ladders | April 4, 2021
People working from home are not disconnecting at the end of the workday because the lines are so blurred, and it's doing more harm than good.
Mind and Soul
You can trick your brain to be happy, new research shows
The Ladders | April 2, 2021
A new psychological study shows that it’s possible to manipulate emotional patterns in our favour, leading to happiness.
Food
3 delightful treats to make for Easter
Staff Writer | March 31, 2021
Whether you're looking for a healthy alternative, an indulgent treat, or something different, these Easter recipes are winners.
Life
What is fun, and are we having ‘fun’ anymore?
Sharon Green | March 28, 2021
As she adjusts to a ‘new normal’ during a pandemic and enters her mid-thirties, Sharon Green asks: are we having fun anymore?
Career
5 subtle shifts that will increase your earning potential
The Ladders | March 26, 2021
Being aware of the things you can do to maximise your income will allow you to make changes and earn more.
Child-free
The unspoken bias that child-free working women face
Emma Lennon | March 24, 2021
Work-life balance is harder for child-free women employees to obtain, due to an unspoken bias in the workplace.
Career
9 things you should always include in conversations about your salary
The Ladders | March 21, 2021
Whether you’re considering an offer from a new employer or want to ask for a raise, it’s important to go into the conversation prepared.
Food
This exact combination of food can add years to your life
The Ladders | March 19, 2021
Eating certain types of fruit and vegetables can prevent death, according to a Harvard study.
Life
How (and why) to give women compliments that aren’t based on appearance
Emma Lennon | March 17, 2021
Complimenting a woman based on her appearance reduces their worth to what they look like. Here’s how you can change that unhelpful habit.
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