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68 Jobs That Now Qualify for No Federal Tax on Tips

Key Points   The IRS introduced a rule that allows certain workers in 68 job types to avoid paying federal taxes on their tips. This tax break comes from the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” and will let e...

Why Working Moms Are Leaving Their Jobs During the COVID-19 Pandemic

For decades, the percentage of moms who have children under the age of 18 and work outside of the home has risen or remained steady. In 2019, 72.3% of moms who have children under the age of 18 worked at le...

COVID-19 Disruptions Haven't Stopped Job Searches

In a labor study of job seekers published on March 12, people seeking to change jobs reported that the pandemic had little effect on their efforts to advance their careers. The study took a look at people who said they were i...

The Top Benefits that Employees Get from Working Remotely

While some companies had already introduced the remote working strategy to their workforce before the pandemic, most embraced the change. Remote working has become popular for employers and employees because of the...

How New Graduates Can Get Noticed in the Job Market

Every year, universities in the United States send off around two million new graduates into the world, ready to start their career journey. While a lucky few have jobs waiting for them, the majority are out there, trying ...

5 Simple Steps to Start a Business While Working Full-Time

Many people dream of being their own boss, but the idea of leaving a steady job can feel risky. The good news is you don’t have to quit your job to start a business. With the right approach, you can build y...

April Jobs Report Paints Bleak Picture for Employment and the Economy

As expected, the latest job report is nothing to cheer about. According to the stats from the US Department of Labor, a record 20.5 million jobs were lost over the month of April alone. This equates to a ...

How to Land that Perfect Remote Job During the Current COVID-19 Pandemic

The ongoing COVID-19 health pandemic has highlighted the benefits of working from home. Those workers who were able to easily transition into a remote position are in a better place to weather this eco...

Have You Looked Outside Your Expertise for Employment in 2020?

If you've been unemployed for months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, your county economic development office, your local workforce development office, and your local community college can help you get back t...