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The final months of the year are usually a busy time for the U.S. economy. Companies often hire extra workers to handle the rush from holidays like Thanksgiving and big shopping events such as Black Friday. This seas...

It's Becoming the Norm for Older Employees to Keep Working, But Why? With the standard age of retirement going up each year, along with standard life expectancy, many assume that people are simply working lo...

How Do You Go Back to Work As 41 Million Americans Collect Unemployment? Returning to work as your employer reopens requires you to commute and work safely possibly with extra housekeeping duties. You...

There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic led to a seismic shift in how organizations viewed remote work. The pandemic changed the workplace drastically, making remote work more commonplace than ever be...

When you're freelancing, it's great to work with people who respect your time and your skills — that's the key to a successful freelance career. Just like some drinks go down smooth and leave a pleasant tas...

The term “career break” might worry some bosses even now, but taking time off work is increasingly seen not just as a necessity, but as a strategic move that can benefit both the employee and the ...

Thinking about quitting your job but don't have another one waiting for you? It's a big step that needs careful thought. Sometimes, the reasons to leave are strong enough, and it he...

Many Americans work in places where the culture feels toxic and unpleasant each day. This kind of negative workplace environment makes employees unhappy and less productive, and it also hurts the company since more people ...

A government shutdown that started on October 1 has forced over 700,000 federal workers into furlough. This means they’re not getting paid right now, but they haven’t lost their jobs. Another group of government em...