Tag: Jobs & Work

1 in 4 Jobs in the US Are Low-Paying

Krystal Steinmetz on September 29, 2014

A new report finds that America has a higher percentage of low-paying jobs than other developed countries.

A Typo Can Get Your Resume Tossed in the Trash

Krystal Steinmetz on October 25, 2014

Google’s head of people operations details the five types of mistakes that will keep your resume from getting past the first review.

Is an Unlimited-Vacation Policy Truly Good for Workers?

Krystal Steinmetz on September 27, 2014

Richard Branson offers unlimited vacation to his Virgin Group salaried employees, but it may not be as good a deal as it sounds.

10 Well-Paying Jobs That Don’t Require a College Degree

Krystal Steinmetz on September 25, 2014

24/7 Wall St. identifies the best-paying jobs for high school graduates.

Nearly a Quarter of the World’s Billionaires Are Americans

Krystal Steinmetz on September 24, 2014

Curious about billionaires? Here are six things you never knew about the ultra rich.

8-Year-Old YouTube Star Makes $1.3 Million a Year

Krystal Steinmetz on September 23, 2014

Reviewing toys and games on YouTube is earning one young entrepreneur the big bucks.

Open Enrollment: Your Company’s Flexible Spending Account Is Probably Better Than It Used to Be

Krystal Steinmetz on September 22, 2014

Pretax flexible spending accounts can help you save money, especially now that the use-it-or-lose-it rule has changed.

America’s Most Overrated Jobs

Krystal Steinmetz on September 19, 2014

CareerCast has released its list of jobs that really aren’t as glamorous as they seem.

Walmart’s New Employee Dress Code Sparks Debate

Krystal Steinmetz on September 19, 2014

Walmart’s revised dress code (not to be confused with a uniform) is going to cost employees.

The Restless Project: Will I Have to Live With a Roommate Forever?

Bob Sullivan on September 19, 2014

She’s 20-something, making $57,000 a year in Southern California, and can’t afford to rent an apartment on her own, let alone buy a house. It’s part of a phenomenon called The Great Delay.

5 Reasons to Take a Company Buyout (And Why You Might Think Twice)

Maryalene LaPonsie on September 18, 2014

United Airlines is offering workers up to $100,000 to walk away from their jobs. Would you say yes?

The 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in the US

Krystal Steinmetz on September 17, 2014

Although America’s workplaces were safer in 2013, there are still a number of occupations where the risk of death is very real.

Are You an Employee or a Contractor? (In Other Words, Is Your Boss Ripping You Off?)

Krystal Steinmetz on September 17, 2014

Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor cheats workers out of wages and employee benefits.

Marriott Drops a Hint: Please Tip the Maid

Krystal Steinmetz on September 17, 2014

Marriott, in partnership with A Woman’s Nation, has launched a new campaign to encourage travelers to leave tips for housekeepers.

7 Percent of US Workers Have Garnished Wages

Krystal Steinmetz on September 15, 2014

Some workers lose up to a quarter of their paychecks paying off old debt from credit cards, medical bills and student loans, as well as child support.

6 Colleges That Guarantee Jobs With Their Degrees

Maryalene LaPonsie on September 11, 2014

Some colleges and universities actually guarantee that their students will find jobs after they complete their degrees. Discover which institutions are going out on a limb.