I was hired for a 100% remote work-from-home position. Now, all of my work assignments are far from where I live. I am being tasked with airplane travel, long days and work far from home. I spoke to HR and they said this would be minor fieldwork maybe 5% of the time but my manager … Read more
The millennial “girl boss” is so last generation — Gen Z professionals are choosing to be laidback than booked and busy. Meet the Snail Girl — a working woman, she prioritizes joy and ease, consciously choosing to slow down despite the demands of hustle culture. The term was originally coined by Fashion Journal writer Sienna Ludbey, who … Read more
The American workplace continues to evolve in many ways. There are mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring in offices all over the nation. Amid all the shifting, if you find yourself reporting to a boss that’s younger than you are, this dynamic can be daunting. “This is becoming much more common since older people are remaining in the workforce … Read more
There’s a huge difference between being work hot and just everyday hot, and it needs to be discussed before you do something rash like pash your co-worker. Work is always a weird environment. You get smashed together with a bunch of random people that you spend more time with than your own family. It can … Read more
After more than four decades commuting 40 minutes to work for a minimum wage salary at an unknown company, elderly man John was “rewarded” for his service with a measly barbecue. The sub-par recognition of John and his dedication to the company for 42 years was upsetting to his colleagues, many of whom had also … Read more
They may act their wage and go after lazy girl jobs, but beneath all that bluster, the Gen Z workforce is far more vacation-shy than their Boomer co-workers. A recent poll conducted by LinkedIn revealed that 35% of Gen Z workers say they feel guilty not working when they’re on vacation, compared to 22% of … Read more
A career expert and bestselling author has some news for all those in search of the perfect “work-life balance” today. Ken Coleman of Ramsey Solutions is a well-known career coach and the bestselling author of “From Paycheck to Purpose: The Clear Path to Doing Work You Love,” among other books. He is also a nationally … Read more
A new “snail girl” trend that prioritises slowing things down and taking it easier on the job is sweeping Australian workplaces. The idea appears to be the antithesis of the “girlboss” trend, whereby instead of fanatically focusing on ‘the grind’, one is urged to slow down and be kind to themselves at work. It was … Read more
Only half of hourly employees feel they will be able to retire comfortably. A survey of 2,000 employees split evenly between salaried and hourly workers revealed that hourly workers are less confident they will retire comfortably compared to salaried workers (53% vs. 63%). Among hourly workers, one in three (33%) admitted they were “winging it” … Read more
This just might be the breast fashion trend yet. Businesswomen who aren’t quite ready to swap out their swimsuits for turtlenecks as we enter into the chilly season are going shirtless — rebelliously rocking bikini tops as business causal couture. “I don’t know if bikinis and blazers are a thing, but they are now,” professed holistic health … Read more
First, it was “quiet quitters” — then it was “loud laborers.” Now, American companies are dealing with another employee trend called “boreout.” The term describes a situation in which workers are bored, unengaged, and unfulfilled in their jobs. This trend is impacting workers, managers, and corporate America overall, according to job experts. Here’s how it’s doing … Read more
She was reluctant to raise a stink. A woman has sparked a raging debate online after wondering about the ethics of complaining to human resources about her overweight colleague’s offensive odor. She aired her dilemma in a post in the popular parents’ forum MumsNet.com that’s currently blowing up online. “[Am I being unreasonable] for wanting … Read more
Jimmy Fallon took to Zoom on Thursday to offer a groveling apology to his “Tonight Show” staffers after reports surfaced of his toxic workplace behavior — but fans aren’t buying it. One user on X, formerly known as Twitter, pointed to a line the 48-year-old TV host allegedly said during the all-hands meeting: “It’s embarrassing … Read more
Nearly half of employed Americans are bored most of the workweek (46%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 employed U.S. adults found that 46% are bored at work for at least three days in the workweek. Ninety percent of those who have a college degree and feel bored at work said they never … Read more
Earlier this year, the viral sensation of “quiet quitting” had plenty of people talking — it’s a situation in which employees do the bare minimum at work due to burnout and disengagement. Now, there’s another viral career trend that appears to be affecting the American workplace. It’s called “loud laborers.” This coined concept is when employees spend … Read more
DEAR ABBY: How do I get my mother-in-law to stop dropping by without calling first? My husband and I have been married for 26 years. Both of us have asked her nicely over the years to please call to make sure it’s a good time, rather than just drop by unannounced. She, however, blatantly ignores … Read more
Workin’ 9 to 5, what a way to keep your memory. People on the night shift may run a greater risk of memory loss compared to those takin’ care of business during the day, a new study has shown. Researchers at York University in Canada found that those working shifts outside the average 9 a.m. … Read more
Are you feeling sick today? Get in line. A recent study deemed Aug. 24 the “sickest day of the year,” finding that the late summer day is when Americans call in sick the most. Researchers analyzed sick leave taken across US businesses over the last five years, as recorded by the leave management platform Flamingo. … Read more
No wonder so many people are in a rush to get back to the office. A staggering number of US workers have hooked up with a colleague, a steamy new survey has revealed. Adult toy brand Lovehoney polled 2,017 American adults about their love lives, with a whopping 40% of respondents admitting they’ve had sex … Read more
They thought this alleged policy was ab-ominable. Get shredded or he’ll shred your contract: An Arizona sales trainer and car salesman has been ripped up and down online after controversially claiming that he won’t hire anyone who doesn’t possess rippling six-pack abs, as seen in a video blowing up on Instagram. But Andy Elliott, 43, … Read more