There's some really bad career advice on TikTok. Here are some of the worst tips you should ignore.

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Some career advice on TikTok could be doing more harm than good.

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The 'double bind' is a big mistake employers make that's turning off Gen Z staff

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Gen Zers hate receiving mixed messages in the workplace (stock photo).

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Gen Zers can be weird in interviews. A recruiter explained how it sets them back.

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Gen Zers may be making some huge mistakes early on in the jobseeking process (stock photo).

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A personal finance TikToker claims unlimited PTO is the 'biggest scam.' Career experts say she has a point.

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Experts say unlimited PTO could be a sham (stock image.)

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I helped my aging dad get a job at the hospital I work at. I'm so proud and love being his coworker.

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Grace Ryu often takes selfies with her dad when they pass each other at work in the same hospital.

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I'm an HR professional with 10 years of experience, and I would never do these 3 things at work

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Valerie Rodriguez suggests hanging out at company functions for only an hour or two.

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My boss once told me I was 'too direct.' I found a way to turn that critique into my strength in the workplace.

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The author, not pictured, was told she was too assertive by her boss.

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A CEO went viral with a list of things he's 'sick' of hearing from his employees — and he has a point

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A CEO said he's tired of hearing his employees telling him they'll be late or need to take a day off because he trusts them to do their jobs (stock image.)

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The number of Gen Zers who aren't in work or school is rising. Here's how to tackle it, according to experts.

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Young NEETs — those not in education, employment, or training — are on the rise (stock image.)

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2 managers at the World Economic Forum, which hosts the glitzy Davos conference, said the N-word in front of staff: report

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Two managers at the World Economic Forum used the N-word in front of employees, per the Wall Street Journal.

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