Jobs & Work
Why a Record Number of Americans Are Putting Off Retirement
Krystal Steinmetz on May 16, 2016
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans age 65 and older are still punching the clock.
Will Working Longer Rescue Your Retirement?
Marilyn Lewis on May 16, 2016
Two good strategies if you are short on retirement savings are pursuing work in retirement and delaying retirement. But don’t bet the farm on working when you’re older.
Surprise, Diners: It Turns Out We Like to Tip Our Waiters
Krystal Steinmetz on May 15, 2016
Many Americans complain about tipping the wait staff when dining out. But when this restaurant chain experimented with a no-tipping policy, it backfired.
Are Millennials Job-Hoppers? Here’s What the Numbers Say
Krystal Steinmetz on May 12, 2016
A new survey suggests that employers really need to understand what makes America’s youngest working generation tick.
Job Openings Near Record High, but That May Spell Trouble
Karla Bowsher on May 11, 2016
As the number of job openings nears a record high, experts are sounding the alarm bells. Find out why.
Top 10 States to Snag Work-From-Home Jobs
Jim Gold on May 8, 2016
While telecommuting can be done from anywhere with reliable internet access, employers often have some type of geography requirement, experts say.
The Most Stressful Jobs in America
Krystal Steinmetz on May 5, 2016
See how your job stacks up against the 10 most — and least — stressful jobs in the United States, and what they pay.
Millions May Get Pay Bump This Month — How About You?
Karla Bowsher on May 4, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor is expected to finalize updated federal regulations that could put more money in the pockets of many workers.
The Reason Most Workers Lose Out on Higher Pay
Karla Bowsher on May 3, 2016
Today’s workers are doing one thing wrong that is costing them a chance to boost their income.
Check It Out, Teachers: 9 Great Deals and Discounts for All Your Hard Work
Krystal Steinmetz on May 2, 2016
From a free pint of beer to a discounted car rental or a BOGO free Mexican meal, businesses across the United States are rolling out offers to honor our educators.
3 Tips to Help You Find a Job in Retirement
Krystal Steinmetz on April 26, 2016
If you want (or need) to keep working — but not 24/7 — here are ways to parlay your skills and experience into part-time work, consulting, teaching and more.
How Does Your Salary Compare With Albert Einstein’s Pay?
Karla Bowsher on April 25, 2016
Ever wonder what changing the world is worth financially? A jobs search site has done the homework.
No One Is Immune to the Gender Pay Gap, Not Even Doctors
Krystal Steinmetz on December 21, 2016
A new report produces this puzzling finding: The wage gap between highly trained women and their male peers in the medical profession is even bigger than the national average.
The 10 Highest-Paying Companies for 2016
Karla Bowsher on April 20, 2016
The top 10 highest-paying companies on Glassdoor’s list for 2016 are in the consulting and technology industries.
Booming Firearm Sales Trigger Gun Industry Job Growth
Krystal Steinmetz on April 19, 2016
As gun sales in the United States continue to hit new highs, the industry touts its contribution to the economy.
In Battle With Rivals, Target Boosts Its Minimum Wage, Again
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2016
The big-box retailer will pay entry-level workers a dollar more an hour starting in May in a bid to compete for workers.
40,000 Verizon Workers on Strike: What it Means for Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 14, 2016
The communication giant’s efforts to prepare for this standoff may not be enough to keep the system operating smoothly.
Moms Turn to Crowdfunding to Pay for Maternity Leave
Krystal Steinmetz on April 14, 2016
Among industrialized countries, the United States has some of the weakest policies for supporting new parents. One of the results has been American parents-to-be reaching out on the internet for funding.
Demand for Foreign Skilled-Worker Visas Soars Past Availability
Krystal Steinmetz on April 13, 2016
In just five days, companies requested 236,000 special H-1B visas for non-U.S. workers — far more than the 85,000 the government has allotted. Here’s why the issue is controversial.
American Apparel Lays Off Hundreds and Eyes Outsourcing
Krystal Steinmetz on April 13, 2016
The former head of the struggling clothing chain says the company is now “doing exactly what American Apparel always fought against.”
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