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Holiday Season Hiring May Hit Lowest Level in 16 Years
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...
Wage Garnishment for Student Loans to Resume in January 2026
Starting in January 2026, the U.S. government will begin taking money directly out of paychecks for some people who have not been making payments on their federal student loans. This process is called "wag...
Tech Job Market Statistics and Outlook for 2026
The tech job market, once growing quickly, has seen ups and downs since the COVID-19 pandemic. Many well-known companies like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft have laid off workers. With the fast growth of artificial intelligenc...
How to Make a Successful Career Switch
Whether you're considering transitioning into a remote job or seeking out new growth opportunities, there are several strategies you can use to make the process smoother. Here's how to make a successful career switch and expl...
Revolutionizing Hiring: Big Companies Shift Focus to Skills Over Degrees
Big companies like Blackstone, Walmart, and Microsoft are now paying more attention to the specific skills a person has, rather than just whether they have a college degree. A group called the Burning ...
Maximizing Your Career and Savings: Essential Strategies for Older Professionals
Today, more people over 65 are staying in the workforce than ever before—almost 3 million more than a decade ago. However, only 28% of Baby Boomers aged 60 to 67 have enough retirement sa...
Changing Jobs in 2026? Don’t Leave Your 401(k) Behind
If you are planning to switch jobs in 2026, you aren't alone. On average, most workers now stay at a job for about 3.9 years. While a new job often means a better salary, it also comes with a long "to-do&qu...
Beyond Degrees: 10 High-Paying Jobs Without Traditional Requirements
In today's competitive job market, a college degree seems like a prerequisite for success. However, breaking free from this conventional belief, many high-paying jobs exist that don't require a deg...
5 Ways To Stand Out In a Remote Workplace
Remote work is flexible and convenient, but it can make it harder for your work to be noticed. Studies show that people working from home are promoted less often and are more likely to lose their jobs compared to those working in an...