I'm a Marine who pushed myself to the brink for promotions — until I learned true leadership isn't about rank or title

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The author fought for his promotions in the Marines.

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Meet the millennials who don't want to be managers. They say the extra pressure isn't worth it.

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Business Insider talked to two millennials, not pictured, who are happy being individual contributors instead of becoming managers.

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Women face a 'broken rung' early on in the corporate ladder and are missing out on their first big promotions

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A Lean In and McKinsey & Company report found 87 entry-level women were promoted to the manager level for every 100 entry-level men.

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The best time to quit and land a higher-paying job could be right after you get promoted

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Job seekers seeking employment in 2015

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