Careers
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What Teachers Are Paid Around the World
COVID-19 has put teachers in the spotlight. The pandemic has forced America’s educators to master virtual learning on the fly while still juggling traditional, in-class teaching — all while risking their health and well-being for a salary that forces many…
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Why Trader Joe’s Employees Are Surprisingly Helpful and Happy
Trader Joe’s is different from other national grocery chains. At least, that’s the perception they cultivate with their almost exclusively store-branded inventory, self-styled nautical decor, and personable staff presence. For anyone used to the more impersonalized supermarket experience, the employees’…
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Jobs That Could Grow During the Pandemic and Recession
No one really knows the extent to which the coronavirus pandemic will affect the nation’s economy or when the recession that it triggered will end. Steven Mnuchin, the U.S. treasury secretary, says it could be over by year’s end. Others,…
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26 Ways Social Media Can Land or Lose You a Job
The days of looking in the classified section of a newspaper and circling job listings are long gone. Companies now use all the tools of the digital age to find candidates for new positions. If you’re looking for a job,…
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Are You Required to Put Yourself in Harm’s Way? Know Your Rights When Returning to Work
An increasing number of businesses across the country are emerging from lockdown and resuming operations. Yet COVID-19 continues to spread and the death toll keeps ticking upward, approaching 100,000. Public health officials warn that the United States lacks the testing…
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22 Ways to Show Support for Someone Who Has Lost a Job
The current health crisis and related financial turmoil are resulting in sudden and head-spinning changes to daily life. Apart from the immediate health and safety concerns, the economic upheaval has so far left more than 25 million unemployed in the…
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20 Companies That Are Hiring Right Now
While the economy has slowed dramatically across the country, that doesn’t mean your job search has to come to a halt. Many of the industries and sectors that are in…
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22 Tips for a Successful Side Hustle
Uber and Lyft. Rover. TaskRabbit. Shipt. Postmates. The list of gig economy opportunities is long these days. For those looking to make a little extra cash — whether for early…
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28 Ways to Prepare for a New Career Later in Life
Switching careers at any age can be a daunting task. But for those who already have decades of work experience under their belt, it can be even more challenging given…
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11 Careers Where Women are Paid More than Men
It’s common knowledge women typically make less in the workforce — around 81 cents for every dollar earned by male counterparts, according to Labor Department statistics. But how accurate that…
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13 Industries the Immigration Crackdown Could Hurt
The backlash against immigrants and unauthorized workers has reached a fever pitch, with the same old they’re “taking American jobs” rhetoric. President Donald Trump has made cracking down on undocumented…
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Can Employment Agencies Actually Help New Grads Land a Job?
Landing a job after graduating from college can be daunting regardless of your major or how cheap your location might be. College doesn’t necessarily prepare students to write a professional…
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How Finding a Job Has Changed in the Past 50 Years
The rise of the Internet and professional networking sites such as LinkedIn have had a profound impact on the job search process, as have a variety of leaps in modern…
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15 Graduate Degrees That Can Help You Earn Over $100K
While the prospect of going back to school can be exhilarating, it’s important to know that the degree you spend time and money on will be financially worth it. You…
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Must Love Dogs: 14 Unexpected Jobs for Animal Lovers
Dog lovers everywhere will be happy to know that there are plenty of jobs and career paths that allow for spending your days with man’s best friend. While some of…
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Top 25 Companies Offering Part-Time Work-From-Home Jobs
More people than ever are working from home — and they’re also choosing part-time positions. “More people are working remotely than ever before — 3.9 million U.S. employees work from…
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The Best New Ways to Make Money Part-Time, Ranked
The gig economy continues to proliferate, providing countless part-time jobs for those seeking to supplement their income. But is it working? A 2017 Pew Research Center study found that nearly…
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25 Ways to Be More Mindful at Work
Being mindful at work is more than just keeping your head down and getting the job done, it’s about cultivating a healthy and efficient workspace, physically and mentally, that allows…
