Careers
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14 Reasons Bosses Are Quickly Firing Gen Z Hires
Bad news for recent college grads — your bosses aren’t fans. A survey found that 6 in 10 bosses gave Gen Z employees the boot this year — and 1 in 6 companies are now hesitant to hire Gen Z…
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10 Jobs We Took as Teenagers That Taught Us Responsibility
When you’re a teenager with a job, the power that goes along with an adult needing something from you feels enormous. When you’re an adult, teenagers with jobs are the only thing standing between you and happiness. Either way, certain…
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Best (and Worst) Cities to Survive on an Entry-Level Job
Nailing the intersection of cities that have a lot to do and are still affordable is a difficult balance. With the biggest cities in the world charging arms and legs for rent, entry-level, minimum wage jobs don’t always cut it…
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23 Work-From-Home Jobs That Just About Anyone Can Do
Since the beginning of the pandemic, working from home has become a new normal for many career paths. To help you take advantage, Cheapism gathered tips from employment experts and researched entry-level work that can be done from the comfort of…
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19 Bad Things About Retirement People Don’t Talk About
Ah, the golden years … nothing to do and all day to do it. Retirement is what you make of it, and everyone wants to make it rewarding. Sometimes, though, the early days prove a bit shocking. Finances, of course,…
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25 Towns Devastated by Losing a Single Company
The sad tale of a firetruck plant shutting down in Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania — taking hundreds of jobs and the town’s identity with it — illustrates the painful truth of company towns: Being so closely entwined with a single employer poses a big…
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17 Best Work-From-Home Jobs for Retirees
Working from home after retirement can be an ideal way to bring in much-needed income without sacrificing valuable time and energy on things like commuting to and from an office.…
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Cities Where Work Stress Is Crushing Americans the Most
Burnout is very real, and sadly, it’s almost impossible to reverse once it begins to happen. Some new data from the digital marketing agency dNovo Group shows just how hard…
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The 15 Most In-Demand Jobs Right Now
If you’re looking to change careers or researching which industry is hot right now, you may be surprised at what you find. While some popular jobs may be experiencing a…
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15 Important Life Skills Everyone Should Master Before Turning 40
The proverbial clock is always ticking, and life has a way of creeping up on you. As we launch farther and farther into the future, it’s important to have a…
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The Best (and Worst) States for Income Tax
For most people, getting their first paycheck is a watershed moment. It represents your first foray into adulthood, even if you’re still a teenager. And most of the time, there’s…
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Jobs That Have Disappeared From American Life
If you’re in the market for a job, the news is pretty promising: Workers are in astronomical demand, and wages are rising in an effort to attract — and keep…
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11 Once-Essential Job Skills That Are Now Obsolete
The workforce is always evolving, and it’s nothing new. Just like there is no longer a demand for human alarms or rat catchers — which once was a thing —…
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10 Career Mistakes That Could End Up Costing You
Managing a career can often feel separate from your actual day-to-day job. And while the daily responsibilities can feel like a grind, there are basic strategies you need to follow…
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The 10 Best Cities for Remote Workers This Winter
Maybe you’re suffering in the cold and snow this winter — but you have a remote job, so why not take advantage of it? A study by UK digital marketing…
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10 Best Part-Time Flexible Jobs for Seniors That Will Actually Make Money
The gig workplace — short-term contract and freelance work — has become a significant part of the American economy. These jobs offer employment opportunities for seniors looking to supplement their…
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11 Worst Side Hustles and 9 Better Options to Earn Extra Money
With high prices still an issue for the average consumer, more and more people are looking for ways to make money on the side. However, there is a big difference…
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15 Clever Passive Income Ideas to Help You Make Money Every Day
Looking for a little extra dough each month? It might not require getting a second job. Here are a few ways to make passive income, some with relatively little effort.…
