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Is the Job Market Getting Worse? What We Know as the Government Shutdown Continues
The ongoing government shutdown, which is the longest in U.S. history, has stopped two important reports from the Labor Department. These reports usually help policymakers and economists u...
Are You a Workaholic? Here Are Some of the Most Telling Signs
While there is no shame in being committed to your work and your career, becoming what is defined as a workaholic can be a slippery slope that you do not want to find yourself on. Spending too much of your ti...
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...
Eyes on the Fastest-Growing Jobs: Tips for Surviving a Changing Workplace
The United States' workplace landscape is rapidly changing this 2023, and there are interesting trends emerging for career-minded people. There's no doubt that the global pandemic disru...
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 ...
10 Well-Paid Education Jobs That Don't Need a College Degree
Many people think you need a college degree to have a career in education, but there are several high-paying jobs in the field that value hands-on skills and experience more than formal schooling. This shift refle...
5 Profitable Side Hustles to Make Extra Cash During the Holidays
The holiday season is a great time to pick up a side hustle to earn extra money. Many of these jobs are easy to start, don’t require long-term commitments, and pay well. Here are five ways you can bri...
The Evolution of the Labor Market: Are Businesses Ready?
The labor market is experiencing a shift like never before, with far-reaching consequences and undeniably, it is changing a lot faster than businesses can keep up. The workforce in the last 50 years has undergone a ...
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...