Whether you have a job or love or are looking for your next great gig, these employment and career tips will give you an advantage.
Although the pandemic isn’t over, the percentage of vaccinated adults is increasing by the day, which brings us closer to the end of it than we have been up to now. The thought of getting back to normal is exciting, but what will that do for your budget? Let’s take a look at preparing for post-pandemic finances. Evaluate Your Current Si...
Record numbers of Americans have faced unemployment over the past year. Not to mention how what we think of as “going to work” has changed drastically as working from home has become the norm for many. Fortunately, the availability of multiple vaccines and continuing mitigation measures appear to have us on the path to a better year ahead. If y...
Work-from-home scams have become more common than ever during the coronavirus pandemic. With promises of high salaries and easy work, these scams are designed to drain your bank account or steal your identity. That's not to say there aren't legitimate opportunities to work at home. But you have to do your research and know how to spot the scams mas...
Whether pushed into it as a result of job loss or you’re simply ready to try something new, preparing for a career change is challenging and exciting. Let’s look at some tips to help make it a smooth transition. Narrow Your Field of Focus You might have a plan in mind and know exactly the types of jobs you want to pursue. Or, you might just k...
Searching for a new job is always a challenge. The ongoing pandemic has added new layers of difficulty and uncertainty to the process. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to find a new job right now, you just have to go about looking for it a little differently. Let’s take a look at helpful tips for job hunting during the pandemic. ...
One of the many things that’s changed dramatically over the last several months is how Americans interview for jobs. Interviews conducted over video chat are the new norm, and this efficient trend is likely to continue even after in-person interactions fully resume. But if you’re new to video chatting, not used to interviewing (or both), it can...
American workers are continuing to experience the loss of jobs and income due to the coronavirus pandemic. While many businesses have been forced to close and lay off workers permanently, others have opted to place workers on furlough, with the anticipation they’ll return to their jobs once conditions improve. It may create a sense of security to...
After years of early morning classes, late night study sessions and more ramen noodles than you can count, you’re finally graduating from college. Celebrations are definitely in order. But there’s a twist nobody was expecting: you’re graduating in the middle of a pandemic, into an economy that’s seeing the highest unemployment rate since th...
Now that many Americans have been working from home for months, some have been surprised by the higher utility bills that result. But it stands to reason that being home all day and working online would result in higher electric bills, while frequent hand washing and running the dishwasher every day has caused water bills to spike. Here’s how you...
Whether you’re getting ready to ask for a raise or embarking on a job search, you want to make sure you’re getting paid what you’re worth. While a number of factors go into determining your earning power, there are several things you can do to boost it. Let’s take a look at these easy ways to increase your earning power. Find a Mento...
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