One and a half million Americans are set to graduate in 2014, and they're entering a challenging employment market. Career Sushi is an online platform intended to ease the strain, providing job seekers with a simple, visual way of presenting themselves and giving companies a way to do the same.

The ease of digital communication means people are less comfortable with awkward face-to-face situations - like telling your boss you're leaving. New app Quit Your Job makes it easy, generating a funny notice letter based on the simple icons you select.

As having a strong work ethic is increasingly valued and respected, being hard-working no longer means you’re a geek. On the contrary, it's becoming a preferable lifestyle choice.

With young women’s career ambitions having overtaken men’s, the founders of online magazineThe Politessesaw an opportunity for a publication fusing practical business advice with lifestyle gloss – from the correct stance on crop tops at work, to how to ask for a pay rise.