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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...
Minimum wage increases in the U.S. in 2026: what changes by state (February 2026)
Minimum wage rules in the United States vary a lot from state to state. In some places, wages go up automatically each year (often based on inflation). In others, the minimum wage stays at ...
The Benefits of Benefits: How Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans Can Set You Up for Success
Landing a job with great benefits can feel like winning the career lottery. While a competitive salary keeps the lights on, robust benefits like employer-sponsored retirement p...
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...
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...
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...
Trump Administration Pauses Student Loan Wage Garnishment: What Borrowers Need to Know
The Trump administration has decided to temporarily stop taking money directly from people’s paychecks (a process known as wage garnishment) if they have failed to pay back their fe...
The Rise of "New-Collar" Jobs: How to Earn Six Figures Without a Four-Year Degree
In today’s economy, many workers feel uneasy. With layoffs increasing in traditional office roles—like technology, government, and journalism—more people are looking for care...
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...