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Costco Raises Hourly Wages for Many Employees
Costco, a popular wholesale store, has announced that most of its hourly workers will now be paid over $30 an hour. A recent memo viewed by Reuters revealed the company's plans to increase wages for its highest earning store...
A Four-Step Plan to Prepare for Career Uncertainty
When the job market looks shaky, and you're worried about the possibility of layoffs, it's smart to take steps to make sure your career is safe. Here's a simple four-step plan prepared by Forbes Career ...
The Secret Weapon in Salary Talks: Staying Cool
Negotiating a salary can make even the most experienced people feel nervous. But here’s a secret: staying cool and collected isn’t just helpful, it’s a game-changer. Being calm, clear, and strategic not on...
10 Best Jobs for People with No Degree
So you want a high paying job but do not want to stack up thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loan debt? Look no further! Check out these 10 high paying jobs that you do not need a degree to get: 1. Po...
How AI is Impacting Employment for Skilled Immigrants
Artificial intelligence is transforming many aspects of the workplace, including hiring and recruitment. While AI hiring tools promise to remove bias and streamline the process, recent reports reveal these tools may...
Nail Your Interview: The Secret Weapon You Need to Land the Job
Imagine you've aced every question in your job interview, your responses were stellar, and you've built a great rapport with the interviewer. But then comes the dreaded closing pitch - that make-or-break ...
These Jobs Are Now Hiring En Masse As a Result of COVID-19 Spreading
While many have lost their jobs, at least temporarily, due to the Coronavirus crisis, some businesses are becoming more profitable than ever before. Unfortunately, restaurants, bars, and the like have large...
Severe Labor Shortage by 2030 (Estimate)
And now for some truly uplifting news. The recruitment firm Korn Ferry estimates by the year 2030 there will be a severe labor shortage globally with literally tens of millions of unfilled jobs left open. This will, unfortunately, clip...
These Expensive Training Services Are FREE to Learn New Skills
Online training platforms have been used by employers for awhile as a replacement for paying in-person instructors. They usually save money and are more efficient. One common complaint about these platforms is th...