For most, 2022 was a year of record layoffs, economic uncertainty, and runaway inflation. Yet, 4,000+ people quit their job in October alone. What might this mean? For starters, many “survivors” report feeling burnt out from having to pick up the slack of their ex-teammates. Like them, nobody knows how layoffs (and a looming recession) will affect […]
If you’re looking for a way to earn extra money on the side – either to supplement your income or to make a career change – then side hustles can be a great option. While there are several ideas to consider, choosing a profitable side hustle can be challenging. Some require a significant upfront investment, […]
michaeljung / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Porch. Of the many challenges that have faced the global supply chain since the COVID-19 pandemic began, a shortage of semiconductor chips has been one of the most significant. In the wake of the semiconductor shortage, the role of electrical and electronics engineers has become […]
Dee Dalasio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. As anyone who has accumulated a collection of jewelry knows, there’s nothing like the detritus in drawers, boxes and overflowing jewelry boxes. Amid the diamonds and opals, the silver and gold (OK, if you’re lucky), lies a different kind of beauty […]
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story comes from Wealthramp. The new year has arrived. As we turn the page, this is the ideal time to take a thorough look at your finances and investments, see where you are and plan where you want to be in 2023. The economy undoubtedly took a beating in […]
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Workers are in high demand these days. U.S. employers added 263,000 jobs in November, only a slight drop from October’s number of 284,000. And while unemployment stayed unchanged at 3.7%, wages are 5.1% higher than a year ago, The New York Times reports. Not every worker can have their choice of prestige […]
Parilov / Shutterstock.com Almost everyone complains about their job on occasion. But if you’re a logger, miner or truck driver, you might have greater concerns than most. These are among the most dangerous jobs in America, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ latest annual report on fatal occupational injuries, which reflects data from […]
Andrii Iemelianenko / Shutterstock.com The income thresholds that trigger some important taxes are changing in 2023. The IRS is making the changes to account for inflation. The moves will mostly impact wealthy taxpayers, although some folks in the middle class also likely will benefit. Following are definitions of the three key taxes that are impacted […]
Motortion Films / Shutterstock.com How far are you willing to go to get a job? More than half of us admit to lying on our resumes at some point — about 51% of women and 60% of men. That could have been as many as 42.5 million people in 2022, according to a survey of […]
Alex Brylov / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Freedom of location is one of the biggest perks of remote work. With a strong Wi-Fi connection, you could take Zoom calls from a beachside villa, a mountaintop chalet, or a lawn chair in your backyard. To help you find the optimal spot […]