I just landed a job in sales but honestly, I haven’t got a clue what to do and how to go about this. I’m totally faking it at this point, and no one seems to be there for me with instruction or as a mentor. How do I find good advice on how to do … Read more
Since entering the workforce, Gen Z have taken an unorthodox approach to the way they work and, whether the other generations like it or not, they have already had a significant impact on the workplace. This has been evidenced through widespread trends like Quiet Quitting, Lazy Girl Jobs and Bare Minimum Mondays, along with an … Read more
These bogus career influencers are getting their pink slips. The platform could be doing more harm than good for your career, experts warn, as “#CareerTok,” a corner of the app rampant with work advice, could derail your trajectory. Jasmine Escalera, a career expert at Zety, told Newsweek that certain online trends may seem like a … Read more
A simple text between a Gen Zer employee and a millennial boss has revealed just how much work expectations have changed. Jessy Marshall, 35, owns Hive HQ, a public relations business. Her six staff members are Generation Z. One of her trusted employees recently texted her asking if they could leave early for the day, not … Read more
Morgan Prouse, a public relations executive in film, was on cloud nine after recently earning a huge promotion on the job. But there was no shower of praise for the go-getter Gothamite. So, she gave herself one. Prouse (right) and her pals applaud each other’s accomplishments with annual “success shower” parties. MayaRose Creative “Its a … Read more
In a new poll of 2,000 Americans who have taken parental leave in the past, parents were asked which of the nation’s 15 biggest industries would better accommodate a family life if they were to change their career. According to them, tech is believed to be the most supportive (15%). Likewise, tech was the top … Read more
Ah, Labor Day. It’s always a great day for the beach, grilling on the barbecue and simply not working on what could otherwise be another manic Monday. But for Gen Z research and strategy firm Dcdx, today is just another regular Monday out of the office. Since the July Fourth weekend, the remote workforce has … Read more
Over the next decade, 180,000 new teachers will be needed to meet the needs of New York State, according to Angela Pagano, senior assistant provost for educator prep and partnerships for SUNY systems. “There are several reasons for the education shortage, including retirements — one in three teachers here could retire in the next five … Read more
My boss is always late, and sometimes doesn’t even show up to meetings. At the same time, he boasts about how experienced and professional he is. We’re left waiting around because we need his approval to proceed, and then have to rush to catch up. It’s very stressful. Is there anything we can do? What … Read more
Bag secured. Emily Rezkalla, a career coach who owns Em Rez Consulting, has revealed “example-based” interview questions candidates should ask a hiring manager to land a job. In a one-minute clip posted on her TikTok account @emrezkalla, content creator Rezkalla, 29, acted out an interview scenario in which the candidate secured the position due to … Read more
With the high price of tuition at four-year colleges and Americans owing nearly $2 billion in student loan debt, some young people are questioning the benefits of a traditional bachelor’s degree and opting to work with their hands. Vocational school enrollment shot up by 16% last year, reaching a record level since the National Student … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. In the mix of college assignments and perhaps your 9-to-5, piecing together an attractive resume for employers can be a difficult feat. Not only is this one-pager the bread and butter of what will lead to a first-round … Read more
Stay flex for success. A Harvard Business School expert has divulged the trait he believes equips a person to go above and beyond in lifelong career achievement. No, it’s not waking up at 5 a.m. for a workout, or making your bed, confidently throwing on the sharpest suit sold in stores or being a psychopath. … Read more
Matthew McConaughey was not always sure his place was in Hollywood. Back when the star was best known for his romantic comedies like “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” and “The Wedding Planner,” he said he decided to take a break to rethink his career. “I’ve usually zigged when I felt like Hollywood … Read more
Gone are the days when you have to log years or decades at a company before they approve you for remote work flexibility. Now, that once hard-earned perk is expected straight out of the gate. In a recent survey from FlexJobs, 40% of Gen Z respondents stated that remote-work options were important to them, with … Read more
We’re flying to get outta here. Flight attendant takes the top spot as the most wanted job in New York, according to a new survey of job seeking habits. Empire State residents appear to eager to get up from behind a desk — and move about the cabin — with an average of 16,815 of us … Read more
I worked for a cannabis shop that apparently was not licensed. It was promptly shut down without any notice, and my employer owes me for two weeks of pay. What can I do? Can I collect unemployment? Good luck! Your chances of collecting back pay from an illegal proprietor is about as likely as New … Read more
They want to clear the air. A law firm that specializes in industrial disease cases is revealing the 11 types of employees it claims are at higher risk for asthma due to frequent exposure to irritants — including hairdressers, animal handlers, metal workers, and carpet makers. Over 22 million American adults have asthma — about … Read more
This might be a bit of a no-brainer. The more you use your noggin at work, the better your memory and brain function will be later in life, according to a study published on Wednesday in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The research carried out in Norway studied 7,000 people … Read more
It doesn’t have to be World War Z in the office. LinkedIn career expert Charlotte Davies is sharing five tips for working with Gen Zers, who have recently come under fire for blowing off interviews and even ghosting employers on the first day of work. “As a generation who entered the workforce amongst hybrid and remote … Read more