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What You Need To Know About Unemployment

Unemployment compensation is not something that you ever want to have to get. However, many people were forced to get unemployment after they lost their jobs due to the Great Recession in 2008. Over 5 million people had lost their j...

Real Income Growth Trends: Insights from the JP Morgan Chase Institute's Latest Report

  The recent labor market data has led to varying perspectives on real income growth trends, and the topic has received a lot of attention due to its connection to consumer confidence...

How Part-time Work Affects Retirees' Savings, Social Security, and Medicare

More and more Americans are deciding to work part-time jobs even after they retire. The reasons can be different for everyone. Some people might want extra money, others might enjoy the routine, or ...

Careers Changes and Remote Work in 2023

As we enter 2023, most American workers prefer remote work. About a quarter of all professional jobs became remote at the end of last year, and that figure is expected to continue to rise this year. The job service FlexJobs repor...

Remote Work in 2023 and Beyond

Three years ago, remote work took center stage. To face the challenges of COVID-19, employers and employees transitioned to working remotely. This is a trend that has continued into 2023. Ten years ago, remote work was not common. The opt...

Future-Proof Your Career with These 5 Essential Skills for 2024

In a fast-paced world, staying ahead in your career means being prepared. With the constant evolution of technology, economic shifts, and global uncertainties, it's understandable if your job security feels...

How to Make Your Career More Secure Against Layoffs

In recent times, more people are looking for jobs due to concerns about the economy and increasing layoffs across many industries, as reported by a survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.  Layoffs, whic...

Costco Raises Hourly Wages for Many Employees

Costco, a popular wholesale store, has announced that most of its hourly workers will now be paid over $30 an hour. A recent memo viewed by Reuters revealed the company's plans to increase wages for its highest earning store...

Japanese Flight Attendants Taking on New Roles

The COVID-19 pandemic hasn't just caused mass unemployment in the United States. It's affected countries around the world. One of the hardest-hit industries is travel and tourism. With lockdowns, quarantines and closures, fewer ...