Archive for 'Jobs & Work'
Shattering 5 Myths About Women and Money
Mar 11, 2011 - When it comes to money, our society fosters a lot of silly stereotypes. One successful businesswoman helps us dismantle some of them.
5 Things to Know Before Franchising – and the Top 5 Franchises to Buy
Mar 04, 2011 - Do you have what it takes to buy and run a franchise? Here's a list of the most popular franchises and some words of wisdom from someone who owns 11 stores of the nation's top-ranked.
Women Make only 75 Percent of What Men Make – Fact or Fiction?
Mar 02, 2011 - Last night NBC's Savannah Guthrie implied that women are paid only 75 percent of what men make for the same work. What she accomplished was to perpetuate the myth that women aren't good with numbers.
9 Tips to Avoid the Flu – and Why to Stay Home If You Catch It
Mar 02, 2011 - More employees are showing up to work even when they're sick. Hoping to impress the boss, they end up angering their coworkers. Read on to find out how to avoid catching a coworker's flu.
5 Tips to Avoid Job-Jeopardizing Online Blunders
Feb 28, 2011 - Do you check your email during conference calls? Have you ever vented about your boss on Facebook? If so, be sure to read these tips before your next e-gaffe impacts your career.
The 10 Most Outrageous Excuses for Being Late to Work
Feb 24, 2011 - While the recession has cut down on employees being tardy, it hasn't put a dent in the dumb excuses they give their bosses.
Ask Stacy: Can I Make Money at Home?
Feb 18, 2011 - One reader wants to find a legitimate work-at-home job, and another wants to know if taking out a credit card will help her rebuild her credit history.
The Top Cities for Saving, Giving, and Smiling
Feb 16, 2011 - Whether saving, giving, or earning money is most important to you, there's a city for you. Or, just check out where your hometown ranks on three recent polls.
The Average American Debt? Over $10,000
Feb 10, 2011 - The recession may be easing up, but three new reports show that the average American debt is more than $10,000 and collection abuse is soaring.
How Not to Land a Job: 18 Interview No-Nos
Jan 17, 2011 - As job opportunities open up, job-interview blunders are going up. Avoid these mistakes – some common and others just weird – at your next interview.
Good News, Part II: More Jobs, Higher Wages for 2011
Jan 14, 2011 - It's a good sign when both employers and employees are confident about job growth. And after a few pessimistic years, that seems to be happening.
10 New Trends for 2011 Jobs
Jan 12, 2011 - Fewer employees will have to moonlight this year, and more employers plan to give raises. Read on to find out how else the improving economy will affect employment trends in 2011.
Stupid Job-Interviewing Advice
Jan 11, 2011 - Trying to get a job? Google is a great place to research your future employer, but when it comes to searching out interviewing tips, be sure to separate the wheat from the chaff.
Homeless Success Stories Didn’t Start With Ted Williams
Jan 07, 2011 - An Ohio man with the gift of a golden voice isn't the only homeless success story. There are many organizations that work year-round to give people a second chance. Here's the story of one we found...
2011: A Good Year to Get a Job?
Jan 06, 2011 - The experts seem to agree: This year will be better for employment than last year. But how much better?
