Tag: Jobs & Work
8 Sweet Gigs That Are Seasonal and Flexible
Krystal Steinmetz on September 22, 2016
Seasonal jobs are not limited to entry-level customer service positions. Find out if you can put your skills to work.
10 U.S. Colleges, Majors Produce the Highest-Paid Grads
Krystal Steinmetz on September 20, 2016
Look to the East Coast — and the military — if you want the best chance of earning a decent paycheck after graduating from college.
The 35 Two-Year Colleges That Produce the Highest Earners
Geof Wheelwright on September 20, 2016
Looking to get your education and get out into the workforce? Here are two-year colleges that offer a fast track to good pay.
Kohl’s to Hire 69,000 Workers for Holiday Season
Karla Bowsher on September 20, 2016
Don’t delay if you’re interested in one of these positions. Discover when most are expected to be filled.
How to Live Rent-Free (or Way Cheaper Than You Are Now)
Donna Freedman on September 20, 2016
An expert on living large on less money offers the keys to housing that fits within your budget.
Men in Same-Sex Marriages Trounce Straight Couples in Earnings
Krystal Steinmetz on September 14, 2016
If all the married couples in the United States competed in a “bringing home the bacon” contest, gay men would be the runaway winners.
Robots to Take Over 6 Percent of U.S. Jobs by 2021
Krystal Steinmetz on September 14, 2016
A new report predicts that bots and other “intelligent agents” will eliminate 6 percent of American jobs in the next five years. Find out which jobs may be the first to go from human to robot.
9 Things That Can Make Retirement Really Stink
Marilyn Lewis on September 13, 2016
Many middle-class Americans find retirement to be tougher than anticipated. Learn what you can do to prepare for the most common pitfalls.
Amazon Is Hiring Remote Seasonal Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 11, 2016
If you’re looking for a flexible part-time job, the e-commerce giant is hiring. Here’s how you can apply.
Half of Americans Took Almost No Vacation This Summer
Krystal Steinmetz on September 11, 2016
America is earning its reputation as the “no-vacation nation.” Find out why workers are sticking close to their desks.
Is ‘Pure Discrimination’ to Blame for the Gender Pay Gap?
Karla Bowsher on September 7, 2016
New research offers an explanation for the gap between men’s and women’s pay — and it might come down to simple bias.
For-Profit College Chain Closure Leaves Wreckage, Debt for Thousands
Bob Sullivan on September 7, 2016
The closing of ITT is a case for making education in this country not only accessible, but also scam-free.
For Labor Day — 5 Tips to Labor Less
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 5, 2016
Most of us would like to spend more of our lives at leisure and less at labor. Here are some simple tips to make it happen.
A Labor Day Salute to You — the American Worker
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 5, 2016
Labor Day is a celebration of American workers and their families. Learn more about the history of this great day.
Seattle Workers to Get Up to $10,000 Each in Back Wages
Krystal Steinmetz on September 2, 2016
Seattle companies that ignored the city’s new $15 minimum wage law are going to have to dig deep to make workers whole.
America’s Most and Least ‘Successful’ States
Krystal Steinmetz on August 30, 2016
A new study ranks each state based on the financial success of residents. Find out where rich people in the U.S. are living and how your state measures up.
51 Percent of Workers Say This Is the Best Place to Work
Krystal Steinmetz on August 30, 2016
Where do workers say they are most productive? It’s probably not where you think.
The Impact a College Degree Has on Your Marriage
Karla Bowsher on August 30, 2016
The dynamics of marriage are changing, and education is playing a large role in the shift.
Poor Job Satisfaction Can Hurt Your Health Later in Life
Karla Bowsher on August 24, 2016
Researchers saw negative impacts in mental health more often than in physical health.
Why 7 Million American Men Aren’t Working
Krystal Steinmetz on August 17, 2016
The number of prime-age men (ages 25 to 54) in the U.S. labor force has been declining for decades. Find out what’s keeping these men out of the workforce.
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