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Low-Wage Jobs Deterring the Labor Market

The United States of America is facing a problem now that is has never faced before in its history. Since 1776, when the nation was ratified, there has never been a point in time where unemployment is very high while labor shortages ...

Jobs Report Betrays White House's Boasting

It doesn't really matter where you stand on the political spectrum or who your favorite politician is. The odds are pretty much guaranteed that you've been lied to by this person or these people, and a lot more than once. Politicia...

Pay is Increases, But Are Benefits?

Many people have been noticing lately that there are a lot of corporations out there that are starting to pay their employees more money. McDonald's and other fast food chains, Walmart and big box stores, and even Amazon, to name a few. T...

Are You a Workaholic? Here Are Some of the Most Telling Signs

While there is no shame in being committed to your work and your career, becoming what is defined as a workaholic can be a slippery slope that you do not want to find yourself on. Spending too much of your ti...

Discover the Ultimate Secret to Unlocking a Successful Remote Career

Remote career is a lucrative and growing industry as the knowledge-based economy takes its roots. A remote career is working independently while providing services to companies or individuals remotely....

135,000 Jobs Added in September After Hurricane

According to ADP, which is a payroll processor, 135,000 jobs were added in September. Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Harvey slowed down the hiring process. These hurricanes will likely have an effect on the hiring process for a lo...

9 Unusual Ways to Find a New Job

In our parents and grandparents' day, anyone could find a job straight out of high school and stay with the same company until retirement. The economy, changes in technology and demands for a different kind of work environment has created a ve...

Offered a Job Buyout? When You Should Take the Money and Run

According to the latest jobs report, the unemployment rate is now at 13.3%, a strong indication that the economy is struggling to stay afloat. While there is a glimmer of hope for the jobs market as states begin t...

Considering a Phased Retirement? Here is Everything That You Need to Know

The ongoing COVID-19 health crisis has done a real number on the stock market. As the markets continue to experience extreme volatility, many retirement accounts have been put in flux. This uncertaint...