Jobs & Work
What’s Your Dream Job? For Young People, Not Banking
B.T. Ballenger on January 5, 2012
Not sure what you want to be when you grow up? A new survey takes a look at what young people consider the ideal employer. Up high: tech. Down low: banks.
Do-It-Yourself Career Counseling: 9 Ways to Succeed
Guest Blogger on December 26, 2011
Can you career counsel yourself? Sure, and you might do it better than the experts.
Is Your Boss a Good Elf or a Bad Santa?
Michael Koretzky on December 23, 2011
A new survey compares your boss to famous Christmas movie characters. How does your employer rate?
The Cats Get Fatter – CEO Pay Rises 36 Percent
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 16, 2011
Momma, don’t let your babies grow up to be cowboys. Do, however, encourage them to land a job as the CEO of a big company.
Lessons From Rodney Dangerfield – How to Get a Little Respect
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 5, 2011
Gaining respect and recognition at work takes more than hard work and expertise. You’ve got to learn the game, play it, and toot your own horn.
Ask Stacy: How Do You Start a Blog?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
There are lots of ways to earn extra income, from getting a raise to getting a part-time job. This reader is interested in sharing her thoughts for money by creating her own blog. How hard is it?
The 12 Scams of Christmas
Jason Steele on November 25, 2011
Scammers ramp up their activities each year around the holidays. Here are 12 popular scams you should be on the lookout for.
The 5 Best Ways to Make More Money
Jason Steele on November 18, 2011
Could you use a little extra cash for the holidays? Here’s a quick list of places to look…
Holiday Jobs: 6 Tips to Get and Keep Them
B.T. Ballenger on November 14, 2011
Many companies hire extra help for the holidays. While this typically starts before Halloween and peaks shortly after, a survey from CareerBuilder shows this year’s different: Employers are hiring later and paying more.
10 Ways to Ace Your Next Job Interview
Jason Steele on November 2, 2011
Job interviewing is not like riding a bike. You CAN forget how to do it. Here are the top 10 tips for making a good first impression.
18 Things You Didn’t Know About Social Security Numbers
Len Penzo on October 27, 2011
Whose Social Security number is 001-01-0001? Can you tell someone’s race from their number? And will we run out of numbers? Read on for the answers.
How Popular Is Your Boss?
B.T. Ballenger on October 27, 2011
Office bosses as a group tend to get a bad rap – but recent research shows most people have nothing but nice things to say about the folks in charge.
New Job Hunting Advice From Hiring Managers
B.T. Ballenger on October 12, 2011
Looking for holiday work? A handful of recent surveys asked the people who make hiring decisions what to do and where to go – see what they said.
Ask Stacy: Should I Become a Financial Advisor?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader from halfway around the world is studying biology and medicine, but would rather pursue a degree in finance. What advice would you offer?
What Your Sign Says About Your Salary
B.T. Ballenger on October 10, 2011
Some people believe horoscopes can predict their future – so why not your entire career? A new study looks at the most probable job fields for different star signs.
Is Your Employer Stealing From You, One Soda at a Time?
Len Penzo on October 6, 2011
You might pilfer some office supplies, but your bosses might be making it back because you’re irresponsibly thirsty.
The Secret to Business Success? Two Hours a Month
Guest Blogger on November 7, 2012
The best way to get ahead isn’t to forge ahead on your own. It’s joining a group of like-minded people.
The Top 10 Companies to Work For – According to People Who Probably Want to Quit
B.T. Ballenger on September 29, 2011
A lot of people are out of work, but some of the people with jobs have a lot of complaints. Take a look at what one website says are the most satisfying companies to work for, and compare it to what the employees say.
Are You Training Yourself to Fail?
Guest Blogger on September 28, 2011
Want to be more productive? Here’s how to make it habit-forming.
Jobs for the Holidays – and 7 Tips to Get Hired
Michael Koretzky on September 28, 2011
Experts are predicting more temp jobs this holiday season than in years past. Here’s how to land one of them.
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