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How the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Reshaping the Job Market

The recession triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic is causing a huge overhaul of the American workforce. Jobs have been permanently lost at an extraordinary rate. Millions of Americans will have to find employment in a comp...

Switching Jobs Often Could Make You Lose Money From Your Retirement Fund

Did you know that changing jobs a lot could mean you end up with a lot less money by the time you retire?  According to new research from a group at Vanguard, people who often switch jobs could...

Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines

  In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...

Acing Your Next Interview by Mastering Common Questions

Feeling the jitters about an upcoming job interview? You're not alone. Interviews can feel like walking a tightrope while juggling fireballs — exciting, yet a tad terrifying.  However, a sprinkle of p...

Biden Allows Americans to Refuse Work and Remain on Unemployment Benefits

President Joe Biden made an unexpected move on Friday for job seekers on unemployment benefits. He signed comprehensive executive actions giving more rights to American workers. Workers who take a...

These Are the Best Jobs to Have If You Want to Work Remotely

Remote jobs are on the rise thanks to the pandemic. The ability to work remotely makes it easier for people to live where they want, make time for childcare, and avoid getting sick. Not every job can be done remot...

Climbing the Ladder: More Than Just a Performance Game

The road to a promotion is often paved with the misconception that high job performance alone will propel employees up the career ladder.  As noted by the Harvard Business Review—an invaluable resource for...

Work From Home with a Tech Company and Earn Up to $5,000 a Month

Are you looking for a job that lets you work from home? A technology company in the US is hiring people to work remotely, with the chance to earn between $2,500 and $5,000 every month, depending on how well yo...

Will 2020 Bring a Revolution in International Job-Creation?

Will 2020 Bring a Revolution in International Job-Creation? CNN Money predicts that 5 million jobs will be lost to robotics technology during 2020. Nearly 10,000 jobs in the retail industry have already been lost ...