Owning a home, raising a child, and even retiring may be unaffordable for many Californians — but you could do a lot worse if you’re a teacher. A newly published study from WalletHub reveals the best states for teachers — and the Golden State outshone a vast majority. Not that it’s the best — that designation goes to … Read more
If you’re looking for a job, don’t rush to the Golden State. Fresh analysis from WalletHub reveals that the West Coast in general has fallen embarrassingly behind the rest of the US when it comes to new employment opportunities. California now has of the most woefully low number of jobs open in the country right … Read more
Skipped the college degree — landed the better job market. That’s the twist playing out across America right now — and the numbers back it up. A fresh analysis from labor-market think tank Burning Glass Institute finds unemployment among workers ages 22 to 34 without a college degree has rarely been this low in two decades. … Read more
If you’re looking to clear six figures, listen up: New research says certain careers stand apart as the fastest-growing and most lucrative in the land. Data from the US Department of Labor reveals the 13 fastest-growing and highest-paying career paths, with opportunity for engineers, product managers, healthcare workers and data security pros landing the highest … Read more
They’re a bunch of “sick” puppies. Gen Z workers are far more likely to fake an illness to get out of work than their elders — even when they’re fine, a new report revealed. Around 80 percent of those polled under the age of 29 admitted to calling out sick at least once during the past … Read more
Battling historically high unemployment rates and increasingly job-hungry AI, young Americans looking for a leg up are increasingly turning to social media to broadcast their availability — and sometimes very loudly. And it appears to be working — a recent study found that 46% of Gen Z, who reportedly are often sending out as many as 1,000 applications per … Read more
They’re getting a leg up on the job. Businessmen, executives and finance bros are spicing up their clothes this summer, ditching stuffy slacks in the workplace for breezy, leisurely shorts to beat the heat. Unfortunately, while guys on the grind are enjoying the airy wardrobe swap, gals grossed out by their body hair desperately want the fashion … Read more
These 9-to-five phonies are just phoning it in. Gen Z worker bees are only pretending to get the job done, buzzing around the office with paperwork to look busy and click-clacking on their keyboards to feign fastidiousness. This, according to stinging new data on the laziness of laborers. “Sixty-six percent of employees and 73% of managers … Read more
According to a new global study, one in five workers feels severely underpaid and that they’re due a huge pay raise. The international poll of 4,000 employed adults across the US, UK, France, Germany, Singapore and Australia found 18% believe their pay can’t satisfy them, and they would need a 32% pay increase in order … Read more
Lost sleep, a stepped-up heart rate and an upset stomach can all be symptoms of an upcoming performance review. That may help explain why, according to a Payscale survey, only ”43% of survey respondents have ever asked for a raise in their current field.” The problem: While it’s easy to hope that your work will be recognized … Read more
They’re knocking boots before punching the clock. The key to success? Morning sex! A little NSFW action at sunrise enhances employee productivity and better positions naughty 9-to-5ers to receive perks at work, such as pay increases and promotions, per a new risqué report. Breadwinners who routinely enjoy morning sex experience increased levels of productivity, focus … Read more
A manager’s email to an employee about the “5 minute rule” their company has in place for those working from home has left fellow workers gobsmacked. Anyone who has worked remotely knows there is a certain expectation that you be reachable or provide semi-regular updates throughout the day. But one boss at an unnamed company … Read more
In today’s job market, landing a new position might feel too good to be true — and unfortunately, it might be. A new report from job site Monster suggests prospective employees are often being duped by responsibilities outlined in job ads. According to the data, nearly 8 in 10 workers — 79 percent — say … Read more
Gen Z’s making it hip to hop. Much like their attention spans, a 20-something’s time spent at one job is often short-lived, according to employment insiders of the rising “office frogging” trend. “Office frogs refer to employees who don’t stay in the same job for too long,” Peter Duris, co-founder of AI-based career app, Kickresume, told … Read more
After sending out more than 1,000 job applications without so much as a nibble, Florida college grad Sam Rabinowitz took matters into his own hands — and cruised Wall Street carrying a placard begging for a chance. “Tried LinkedIn. Tried Email. Now Trying Wall Street. Looking for a Finance/Trading Internship or Entry-Level Position. Dedicated. Hungry. … Read more
Ready for a three-day weekend? Seven in 10 workers feel they could be just as productive in a four-day work week, according to new research. Ahead of Labor Day, a new survey of 2,000 Americans examining lifestyle factors, attitudes to work and social life balance, found 69% of employed respondents think they could do their job … Read more
He’s too old for this. A Gen Xer sparked a fiery conversation about ageism in the workplace — and many agreed with his sentiment. “I may never ever get hired again,” Bradley Richardson, a 58-year-old who now peddles ‘adulting’ courses online, said in an Instagram video. He claimed that despite having skills and experience, he … Read more
There are a lot of cracks in that employee. If lately you’ve been feeling less motivated, unproductive or like it’s a struggle to drag yourself to work every day — you might be experiencing “quiet cracking.” Some describe this term as a gradual burnout that can sneak up without you even realizing it. Think of … Read more
A text exchange between a boss and a former employee has gone viral because of a completely outrageous request. Ben Askins, a UK work expert, has carved out a niche online, sharing anonymous text message exchanges between employers and their staff. Askins has racked up millions of views by giving people a peek into working … Read more
They said what? In a time where nearly half of Gen Z lies on their job applications — it’s no surprise that they’re also fibbing on their resume to land a job. While many Americans are riding the unemployed bus — one jobless individual named Noah Reedy said the trick is to just Pinocchio your … Read more