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Will Media Just Be Quiet About Unemployment Claims?

Last week, news was that unemployment claims were at an all-time low, so please give President Biden a slow clap for doing a fantastic job. The week before that, they were at a record high. Before that? Oh, they wer...

Immigrant Workers Hurry to Get Visas Before Trump's Return to Office

As Donald Trump prepares to become president again, many people who were born in other countries and work in the U.S. are rushing to make sure they can stay in the country.  They are worried becaus...

Economists Warn of "Uneven" Job Recovery

The United States Congress and President Trump signed a stimulus for $2.2 trillion that was meant to spur the economy. Though what most media doesn't tell the public is how the money is actually handled. The average person thin...

How AI is Changing the Global Labor Market and Skills Needed for Success

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to significantly transform the global labor market. According to Karin Kimbrough, Chief Econo...

The Benefits of Benefits: How Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans Can Set You Up for Success

Landing a job with great benefits can feel like winning the career lottery. While a competitive salary keeps the lights on, robust benefits like employer-sponsored retirement p...

Surprising Jobs Report Threatens Further Stimulus Spending

In late May, almost every expert in the world of finance and in print journalism was furiously writing a variety of essays, op-eds and articles about the looming disaster that would be revealed in June, telling th...

How Part-time Work Affects Retirees' Savings, Social Security, and Medicare

More and more Americans are deciding to work part-time jobs even after they retire. The reasons can be different for everyone. Some people might want extra money, others might enjoy the routine, or ...

Remote Work in 2023 and Beyond

Three years ago, remote work took center stage. To face the challenges of COVID-19, employers and employees transitioned to working remotely. This is a trend that has continued into 2023. Ten years ago, remote work was not common. The opt...

4 Warning Signs to Look Out For in Freelance Jobs

When you're freelancing, it's great to work with people who respect your time and your skills — that's the key to a successful freelance career. Just like some drinks go down smooth and leave a pleasant tas...