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 an uncomfortable moment, questionable practice, or hostile employer. But often,…
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 troubling trends when it comes to substantially sized layoffs, you’re…
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 are these off-limit items? You’d be surprised at what fits…
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 pace with inflation and the rising costs of living. Over…
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 make to control salary negotiations and prevent potential discord in…
“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 revenue to impressive strides in the workplace, here are seven…
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…
Companies have been giving employees turkeys for Thanksgiving since the dawn of time. Mr. Slate probably gave Fred Flinstone a turkey each year to take home to Wilma on Thanksgiving.…
About 10,000 people retire daily, and that’s just going to accelerate through 2030, when every baby boomer will be over the age of 65. As the end of their earning…
Feeling burned out, underpaid, and underappreciated at a current job? It’s time to look for one that provides more satisfaction. Pay can be a big part of that, so after…
We’re no strangers to coming across the seemingly countless number of threads and articles that exist out across the vast expanse of the internet that are specifically geared toward bashing…
Inflation is insane. The cost of living is crazy. Wages are out of whack. And we’re all left wondering where the hell our paychecks went after we paid the bills…
Sometimes, the best revenge of all ends up being the one that requires cooler heads to prevail, patience, and the nerve to see the revenge through when it’s time. Revenge…