Boasting relaxation, adventure, and all-inclusive amenities, it’s no wonder that cruises rank among the most sought-after vacation choices. But while they attract millions of travelers each year, the realities for those employed aboard these floating resorts are very different. While…
While many of us were juggling bills and living paycheck to paycheck in 2023, the crème de la crème of Hollywood’s acting world were laughing all the way to the bank. Starring in hit movies like “Barbie,” “Killers of the…
The path to bringing your small business dreams into reality requires proper planning every step of the way. If it were easy to start a business without a strategy, everyone would do it. Far too many ambitious entrepreneurs quickly become…
Discussing salary among colleagues used to be a major faux pas — and even though you have the right to communicate with coworkers about your wages under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA or the Act), many folks are still…
It can either be refreshing or a shock to the system when you get a behind-the-scenes look at how some industries operate. Did we want to know that numerous mid-ranked restaurants are notorious for microwaving some of their most popular…
Gone are the days of browsing social media apps to see what your friends are up to. Now, it’s all about the influencers. Everywhere you scroll on Instagram or TikTok, you’ll be inundated with the next social media star’s commission-laden…
Sometimes it can be hard to notice the red flags at a company you’re interviewing with. The promise of a new job (and solid paycheck) can make us look past…
Unemployment can strike anyone, anytime. Losing your job is a disruptive shot to the ego, not to mention a loss in steady income. If it seems as though you’re noticing…
Your work desk is its own kind of sacred space. The last thing you want to do is to leave any ill-advised items out in the open. But what exactly…
If you feel like you can’t afford anything nowadays, you’re not alone. Wages in the U.S. have long been a topic of contention — especially when they struggle to keep…
Talking about money can be an uncomfortable, or even taboo topic — especially when it comes to salaries. Some employers may even openly discourage workers from discussing and comparing how much they…
“Pink tax” and gender gaps, be damned! In 2023, women were steadily throwing rocks at glass ceilings, finding new ways to stimulate and dominate the economy. From entertainment and retail…
Is there a job on earth that isn’t at least a little bit stressful? Maybe if you’re a professional puppy snuggler, you never have an anxiety-ridden work day. But for…
There are unfortunately some truly maniacal bosses out there that will not only even consider giving employees entirely justifiable and well-earned bonuses, but there are some bosses that will seemingly…
No matter how many years of schooling you have, there will always be aspects of your first job no education can prepare you for. The transition from school to professional…
Inflation is still on everyone’s minds, as everyday costs for food and housing continue to put a serious strain on our wallets. Enter the rise of side hustles, or second…
Now, there are absolutely times at the end of a job interview when you’ll need clarification on pressing matters that could directly impact your ability to proceed with taking a…
November 16, 2023 marked the end of an era. After a decade of loyal employment, Walmart employee Gail Lewis signed off from her final shift in a tearful goodbye that…