Employers are offering new benefits, from elder care to pet PTO

Employers are offering new benefits, from elder care to pet PTO

A few months ago, when Annika Cha adopted her rescue puppy Ollie, she tapped into her company’s “pawternity” policy. Cha, 26, and based in St. Paul, Minn., is an account manager at 9Sail, a digital marketing agency with headquarters in West Islip, LI. She was able to take off four half-days thanks to the company … Read more

Exclusive | NYC bike messengers reveal their surprisingly busiest time of year — and best parts of the job

Exclusive | NYC bike messengers reveal their surprisingly busiest time of year — and best parts of the job

Models may have worked the runways during New York Fashion Week, but couriers did the legwork. The bike messengers dashing around NYC, delivering designer duds to star-studded shows and photo shoots, said the city’s biannual celebration of style, held earlier this month, is their busiest yet most profitable season — and they make up to … Read more

Beware of these 3 viral job trends that could destroy your career: experts

Beware of these 3 viral job trends that could destroy your career: experts

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

Here’s why companies are rapidly firing Gen Z employees

Here’s why companies are rapidly firing Gen Z employees

Many companies have fired Gen Z workers just months after hiring them and several business owners said they are hesitant to bring on recent college graduates due to concerns about their work ethic, communication skills and readiness to do the job, according to a new survey. Six in 10 employers said they have already let … Read more

I make $80K as a ‘do-nothing’ friend for rent to lonely people: ‘I do it for pay, not pals’

I make K as a ‘do-nothing’ friend for rent to lonely people: ‘I do it for pay, not pals’

His knack for doing nothing is doing something to end loneliness.  To combat the “alone virus,” a public health crisis wreaking havoc on the mental well-being of friendless folks worldwide, creatives in the Big Apple and beyond are dreaming up unique ways to meet mates.  But Shoji Morimoto‘s just in the business of buddy-making for … Read more

Work remotely or hybrid? You still need a work best friend

Work remotely or hybrid? You still need a work best friend

It’s time to bond outside the Zoom room with your co-workers. No, really. Slack is great and all, but a best friendship it does not make. “On a professional level, work friends can be trusted people to whom we can turn for professional advice and feedback, whether it’s how to tackle a specific challenge we … Read more

I’ve been offered a great job but the pay is lousy — do I pass?

I’ve been offered a great  job but the pay is lousy — do I pass?

I was offered a job with amazing benefits — health, dental, flexible schedule, the works — but the pay is terrible. It’s about half the industry standard. Do I try talking them into more money, or just walk away? Why would you walk away without trying? If you won’t take the job at the salary … Read more

I’m a Hooters waitress — I wore this one accessory and scored $700 in tips in a single shift

I’m a Hooters waitress — I wore this one accessory and scored 0 in tips in a single shift

Her eye-poppers are bringing in big bucks.  Sure, most Hooters girls are smoking-hot sights, owing to their taut tummies, look-at-me busts and bountiful bottoms.  But one wow-worthy waitress may have just cracked the code on breaking the bank in tips — and it’s all thanks to this owlish accessory.  “Today, I’m going to see if wearing glasses … Read more

‘Glossing’ bosses are the toxic workplace trend ruining employee morale

‘Glossing’ bosses are the toxic workplace trend ruining employee morale

The office is not alright — but everyone pretends to be. Experts are sounding the alarm about the toxic work behavior called “glossing,” a term referring to a leader’s failure to address workplace issues and hardships which prompts employees to coast at work and suppress negative emotions. Instead of addressing tough times at work, bosses might … Read more

This is the ‘career-ending’ mistake you’re making on your commute to work

This is the ‘career-ending’ mistake you’re making on your commute to work

As if you needed another excuse not to work outside of business hours. Trying to squeeze in a few extra emails or a work call during your commute to the office could actually do more harm than good, experts say. You never know who could be eavesdropping while sitting across from you on the bus … Read more

Bosses are offering more perks to workers who show up at the office

Bosses are offering more perks to workers who show up at the office

The return to office just might be worth it. Employees who make it off their couch and into the office are rewarded by their bosses. An overwhelming 86% of US CEOs say “they will reward employees who make an effort to come into the office with favorable assignments, raises or promotions,” according to a survey by … Read more

Woman scores dream job working just 24 hours a week on stunning private island

Woman scores dream job working just 24 hours a week on stunning private island

A woman who took a part-time job in another country is crediting the experience as the ideal work-life balance. Sirirat Nensewicz is a 27-year-old who recently spent two months on Pumpkin Island off the coast of Queensland, Australia. The content creator told SWNS that she worked for 24 hours each week — cleaning, gardening and bartending … Read more

Here’s a new reason why ‘fragile’ Gen Zers are quitting their jobs

Here’s a new reason why ‘fragile’ Gen Zers are quitting their jobs

Gen Zers are quitting jobs not just because of salaries or flexibility, but also because they don’t feel up to the task. Recruitment expert Roxanne Calder said that it is becoming more common for young people to quit their jobs because they are worried they aren’t capable. Calder told news.com.au that Gen Zers can be … Read more

King Charles accepting applications for shepherd to look after 2,000 royal sheep

King Charles accepting applications for shepherd to look after 2,000 royal sheep

King Charles III is looking for a shepherd to help look after his 2,000 royal sheep -but they must have their own dog. The Sandringham Estate is advertising for a skilled shepherd with at least two years’ experience to tend the monarch’s 2,000-strong flock of Aberfields. The farm on Sandringham Estate has 200 hectares of permanent … Read more

Taking over from a work legend? Don’t be daunted

Taking over from a work legend? Don’t be daunted

When Ibrahima Souare took over the reins as executive director of New York Professional Advisors for Community Entrepreneurs two years ago, he had access to his predecessor, Ken Inadomi, the recently retired and beloved executive director. “While he was officially retired by the time I joined, because he continued to make himself available for staff … Read more

I’m nervous about a Zoom interview — is it OK to reference my notes?

I’m nervous about a Zoom  interview — is it OK to reference my notes?

I have a Zoom interview scheduled with three managers. I haven’t interviewed for a very long time and never by Zoom. Is it OK to reference notes? I’m really nervous about it. If it makes you feel better, take some comfort in the fact that you can do the interview from the comfort of your … Read more

Staggering 57% of Gen Z aspire to to be influencers — but burned-out TikTok stars say 7 day-a-week job is ‘constant’

Staggering 57% of Gen Z aspire to to be influencers — but burned-out  TikTok stars say 7 day-a-week job is ‘constant’

Being a TikTok star may seem like a breeze, but it isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, some stressed-out social media sensations say. More than half of Gen Zers want to be an influencer — 57% to be exact, according to a 2023 survey of 1,000 Zoomers — but content creators caution it’s not as … Read more

I work seven jobs with little time off — and it’s no problem for me

I work seven jobs with little time off — and it’s no problem for me

A graduate who has SEVEN jobs is “addicted to being busy” and loves her hectic lifestyle.  Kloe Woodroffe, 21, currently works as professional dance instructor, baker, influencer, barista, and babysitter, while she also does boat trip tours and works at Subway.  Kloe says she thrives on her busy schedule and has no plans to slow … Read more

‘General Hospital’ star shares unusual second job he takes on when he’s not acting

‘General Hospital’ star shares unusual second job he takes on when he’s not acting

“General Hospital” actor Rick Hearst is sharing a glimpse into his second job when he’s not working in Hollywood. The 59-year-old actor, known for his character Ric Lansing in the popular soap opera, took to social media to reveal his double life. “I’ve been on break from ‘GH’ for a couple [of] weeks now,” he … Read more

The surprising thing you should schedule to be more successful, according to a leadership coach

The surprising thing you should schedule to be more successful, according to a leadership coach

A leadership coach revealed the surprising task you should schedule every day to be more successful. Leigh Ann Errico, Georgetown University-certified leadership coach and founder of LAeRRICO & Partners, told Fox News that she advises her clients to plan what and when they’re eating. “The best thing I can tell them, and the most successful … Read more