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People Are Freelancing in Record Numbers: Here's Why and How You Can

Since the inception of America, the way that the majority of the populations makes enough money to live has remained pretty consistent. People make an agreement to be compensated either for the amount of ti...

4 Warning Signs to Look Out For in Freelance Jobs

When you're freelancing, it's great to work with people who respect your time and your skills — that's the key to a successful freelance career. Just like some drinks go down smooth and leave a pleasant tas...

These Jobs Don't Require a Bachelor's Degree But Pay Well in 2020

A long time ago, only about seven percent of Americans attended college. Employers presumed these young people to be very intelligent and would often train them for free at the workplace. However, college admi...

Workforce Development Career Paths for the Fourth Quarter of 2020

If you're unemployed and your benefits are about to decrease or you fear eviction and wonder what's next, try a new career path available from those working at home. The office is closed for the saf...

5 Key Barriers to a Promotion: How to Overcome Them and Advance Your Career

Picture this: you're the quintessential employee—early to the office, last one out, always willing to take on extra projects, and you consistently elevate your boss's stature. Neverthele...

Trump Takes Action on Workplace Issues with New Executive Orders

Just after being inaugurated for the second time, President Donald Trump quickly took action by issuing various executive orders that significantly affect workplace practices, especially around diversity, equi...

Climbing the Ladder: More Than Just a Performance Game

The road to a promotion is often paved with the misconception that high job performance alone will propel employees up the career ladder.  As noted by the Harvard Business Review—an invaluable resource for...

Costco Raises Hourly Wages for Many Employees

Costco, a popular wholesale store, has announced that most of its hourly workers will now be paid over $30 an hour. A recent memo viewed by Reuters revealed the company's plans to increase wages for its highest earning store...

Careers Changes and Remote Work in 2023

As we enter 2023, most American workers prefer remote work. About a quarter of all professional jobs became remote at the end of last year, and that figure is expected to continue to rise this year. The job service FlexJobs repor...