19 Companies Laying Off Thousands of Workers

Hryshchyshen Serhii / Shutterstock.com Millions of Americans remain uneasy about the future of the economy. Troubles in the banking industry are just the latest sign that an economic downturn could be just over the horizon. CEOs of major companies are especially worried that the economy will contract soon. Last October, 86% of chief executives polled […]

You’re Probably Underestimating How Much You’ll Make in Retirement

Dragana Gordic / Shutterstock.com Older adults today face a host of challenges when it comes to financing their retirements — and now, new data suggests some miscalculate how much money they’ll receive from Social Security. A paper authored by researchers at the American Enterprise Institute and George Mason University found that a significant number of […]

Solopreneur: What It Means To Be One (& how to be a great one)

Being a solopreneur is a unique and rewarding experience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. As a solopreneur, you’re responsible for everything from product development and marketing to customer service and accounting. To succeed, you need to be self-motivated, resourceful, and adaptable. In this blog, we’ll explore what it means to […]

What Work-From-Home Moms and Dads Need to Know

Dmytro Zinkevych / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. As a working parent, the ability to work from your home office has likely made life substantially easier. But with a shift in your work location, there are concerns that you might not have explored before. In a traditional office setting, homework, dinner […]

The Impact of Your Online Reputation on Your Job Search

ImageFlow / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Do you feel you’ve got a good handle on professional behavior? As a considerate coworker, you acknowledge the boundaries that are appropriate for your workplace and you steer away from any subjects or comments that might make someone else feel uncomfortable. What about outside […]