Careers
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Great Second Careers That Don’t Require More School
If you’re on the fence about a career change, consider this: 88% of career changers say they’re happy they made the leap, according to an Indeed survey, a previous survey showed around one-third reporting less stress. And while it always…
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How to Make the Most of Shopping for Instacart
As online grocery shopping becomes more popular, consumers are turning to Instacart — one of the most popular grocery delivery services — to have their groceries brought directly to their front door. As the number of Instacart delivery customers increases,…
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These Are the Most Secure Jobs in America
After two tumultuous years, workers crave job security and are in a position to get it. We’re in a moment of strong wage growth and “a severe worker shortage” as unemployment has fallen to just 3.6%. According to a recent…
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Who Is the Highest Paid Employee at the White House?
Running operations at the White House is expensive — $50 million a year, the highest that budget’s been in history Forbes says. The Biden White House employs a staff of about 570 people (not including caretakers for the building and grounds).…
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Best and Worst States for Older Workers
While the pandemic has sparked early retirements, there are also plenty of workers 65 and up who aren’t quite ready to punch the clock for the last time. How the careers of older workers match up might depend on the…
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15 Green Jobs That Pay Well
People leading the charge against climate change and pollution are in demand. Since 2019, hiring for green jobs hasoutpaced the overall hiring rate in the United States and globally — a trend that continued through the pandemic, showing that the…
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Well-Paying Jobs That Require a Year or Less of Training or School
Whether you’re reevaluating your career because of the pandemic or looking to redirect for an entirely different reason, making that transition is no easy feat. Career changes often require extensive…
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25 Celebs Whose First Job Was Worse Than Yours
It wasn’t always champagne and caviar for the celebs we see traveling to Cannes by private jet. While it’s impossible to say all celebrities are just like the rest of…
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45 Great Jobs for Retirees
Find the best jobs for retirees with 45 flexible, part-time, and remote options to stay active, ease loneliness, and boost income after early retirement.
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Clever and Practical Products to Turn Your Car Into Your Office
Some jobs have always been on the go, but more people working remotely means more people turning their cars into offices. There are some logistical challenges, such as how to…
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10 Best and Worst States for Starting a Business
Starting your own business is exciting but terrifying. Nothing beats saying goodbye to a terrible boss, a toxic work environment, or subpar pay, but entrepreneurship isn’t all sunshine and roses.…
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28 Hidden Costs of Taking a New Job
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average person will hold 12 jobs in his or her lifetime. Starting in a new position can be exhilarating, but shifting out…
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What Really Gross, Dangerous, and Grueling Jobs Pay
Job requirements outline the education, training, and experience needed from potential employees, but there are some occupations that require a special kind of worker — not just undervalued jobs, but those…
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Early Retirement Secrets and Strategies You Need to Know
The FIRE movement has plenty of fans, particularly among younger Americans. For those not yet familiar with the term, it means Financial Independence, Retire Early, and there are countless stories…
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America’s Most Successful Employee-Owned Companies
Few business models are capable of bridging America’s wealth-disparity gap more effectively than worker buyouts. When employees own companies, or even large stakes in companies, it takes the wealth and…
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25 Undervalued Jobs That We Appreciate Now More Than Ever
There’s honor in an honest day’s work, but honor doesn’t pay the bills. Sadly, workers filling service-oriented jobs in fields like food preparation, childcare, and even emergency medicine — some…
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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…
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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…
