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20 States Driving Job Growth in 2023 Amidst Labor Shortages

In the ever-changing landscape of the American job market, certain states are emerging as beacons of economic revitalization and job creation. As the US economy recovers from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, th...

Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines

  In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...

Immigrant Workers Hurry to Get Visas Before Trump's Return to Office

As Donald Trump prepares to become president again, many people who were born in other countries and work in the U.S. are rushing to make sure they can stay in the country.  They are worried becaus...

Entry-Level Jobs Still Exist, But The Skills Needed For Them Have Changed

For years, we’ve heard concerns about entry-level jobs disappearing, but what if that’s not entirely accurate? What if these jobs still exist, but we simply aren’t preparing people w...

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...

Switching Jobs Often Could Make You Lose Money From Your Retirement Fund

Did you know that changing jobs a lot could mean you end up with a lot less money by the time you retire?  According to new research from a group at Vanguard, people who often switch jobs could...

Top High-Paying Green Jobs in STEM for 2025

As the world focuses more on climate action, many jobs are changing. In 2025, “green jobs” not only offer good salaries but also let people help the planet and their communities. These jobs can be found in different...

Looking for Career Advice? Check This Out for Trends Shaping the Future

Just like anything else in this world, things change, and when it comes to careers, new trends are emerging often. Maybe you have a job, but you don't consider it a career. Or maybe you have a car...

How to Successfully Change Careers at 40

Changing careers is a daunting journey. It is not easy when you’re in your 20s, and it surely won’t be when you’re in your 40s. However, it is possible.  Changing careers at 40 is not an easy decision, but i...