Hard work only gets you so far in your career, John Stevens writes, so change your thinking if you want to be successful. Take ownership of your career decisions and be proactive, for example, but work collaboratively with colleagues.

High-value employees are more productive and promote growth in the company, Brinda Sarkar writes. To ensure that you're being properly valued, make your manager aware of your achievements, but do so without bragging.

Focus on the other person's needs instead of your own when networking, Sujan Patel writes. Don't be vague when offering to help, for example, and do proper research beforehand.

The California Supreme Court has ruled unanimously that companies that want to withhold wages and benefits given to regular employees must prove gig workers run a business.

Don't just consider your strengths and values when looking for the ideal job, because your motives matter just as much, author Carter Cast says. Find what motivates you, whether it's working in a team or independently, or influencing others.

It's never too late to make a change, but acknowledge that you'll need to put some hard work in to make a transition, career coach Kathy Caprino writes. Don't underestimate yourself or your abilities, and even if you're an introvert, use your characteristics to excel.

World War II veteran Bob Barger has completed his associate's degree 68 years after he stopped attending classes. Barger never returned to school after coming back from the war, but the University of Toledo reviewed his transcripts and determined that he qualified for an associate's degree.