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Concerns Rise as US Labor Market Shows Signs of Strain

The US economy's robust period of job creation has come to a halt, as indicated by the latest job market data which fell short of expectations.  On the previous Friday, the mood was optimistic about the stat...

How To Deal With Being Seen As "Too Experienced" For A Job

Getting a professional job can be tough, especially for those who've been in the workforce for many years. You'd think companies would jump at the chance to hire someone with lots of experience.  But...

Three Companies Offering High-Paying Work-From-Home Jobs in 2025

As 2025 begins, the job market shows promising signs of growth and opportunity. According to a recent release from the Labor Department, jobs have increased, more people are getting back to work, and salaries ...

3 Work-From-Home Jobs You Can Begin Without Prior Experience in 2025

Ever thought you need lots of experience to land a high-paying job that lets you work from anywhere? It's time to think again.  While we often associate remote work with tech gurus or seasoned ...

The Benefits of Benefits: How Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans Can Set You Up for Success

Landing a job with great benefits can feel like winning the career lottery. While a competitive salary keeps the lights on, robust benefits like employer-sponsored retirement p...

9 Things Managers Do That Drive Good Employees to Quit

Anytime a good employee turns in his resignation is a sign that a company is in trouble. But too often managers are blaming everything but their own behavior for helping to drive good employees out the door. Not only is i...

Thinking of Taking a Gap Year? Keep These Five Advantages in Mind

In just the matter of a few short months, the whole landscape of college education has drastically changed. The continuing COVID-19 health crisis has affected nearly all facets of life, including the college ...

Enhancing Your Job Skills During COVID-19

  According to job statistics by the Department of Labor, the country's unemployment rate hit as high as 15% in April this year. This implies that businesses are firing workers as a survival strategy. Chances are that yo...

THIS Job Sector Lost 100,000 Jobs During COVID and Most Aren't Returning

For many decades, the oil and gas industries were some of the most reliable in the world. They employed people at all education levels and offered stable jobs for entire towns. However, as newer, more s...