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Is it Ever Okay to Curse on the Job?
There are a lot of bad connotations around cursing. People call it a bad habit, offensive, and unprofessional. And yet it is part of regular everyday speech for tons of people. For some it comes so naturally that they have to consciously filter what they say. So aren’t there any exceptions where coworkers can agree…
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Wall Street Journal: More Employees Seeking Bigger Raises Due to Inflation. It’s Time For You to Do the Same
Inflation has been hard-hitting over the last year, with many noting the pinch of prices most in grocery stores and gas stations. Not to mention the jumping costs of houses. While many had accepted inflation as a normal part of life previously, these new sharp increases have finally prompted some to start looking for relief.…
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7 Hot New Small Business Ideas To Start
Have you been looking to take more control over your financial success? Lots of people are feeling similarly right now, especially with how much upheaval there is in the traditional workplace. Whether you are looking for a small side gig to provide some supplemental income or even something to become your new career, there are…
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For Owners of Small Businesses, Remote Work Policies are Not One Size Fits All
Despite whatever other challenges Covid has caused, a lot of workers did not consider remote work to be one of them. Many employees were enthusiastic about not having to be in the office anymore and have been hoping for it to be a permanent change. However, there are also arguments for why eliminating the office…
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Wiser Wealth: Should Real Estate Investors Also Consider Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs)?
It is no secret that there is big money to be made in commercial real estate. Unfortunately, the financial barriers of getting involved will preclude most people from doing so. But that is partially why Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) have been gaining more attention as a way to still be involved. For those unfamiliar, an…
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Covid Boosted the Economy and Your Career
It is well-documented how devastating Covid has been for many businesses. However, as the country has acclimated to the conditions of the pandemic, it has introduced some workplace changes that employees would not be sad to see stick around. In an interview for Forbes, Provost Professor of Economics at Southern California University, Matthew Kahn, talked…
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What “Abbott Elementary” is Teaching People About Work
Humor can often be a coping mechanism for dealing with serious problems. So it makes sense why when people are frustrated about their jobs and feel like they are lacking the ability to change their situation, a comedy about characters in similar situations would be popular. The Wall Street Journal recently discussed how a variety…
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How to Respond When Interviewers Ask, “What Are Your Career Aspirations?”
When preparing for a job interview, you have likely done your research on the company. You feel prepared to explain what interested you about the company and how your previous work experience aligns with that. And then they ask the question that throws you off: “What is it you want out of your career?” It’s…
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How to Become a Leader That People Respect
Maybe you applied for a new leadership role or maybe you were given it based on the trust others have in you. But you know that just being called a leader does not make you one. You have to exhibit the qualities of somebody that others would want to follow in order for them to…
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How to Make a Mid-Life Career Change
It’s usually thought by the time you reach your 40s, that you are already entrenched in whatever career will carry you into retirement. However, that’s certainly not the case for everyone, some of whom are looking to change careers. But that prospect can be daunting, almost feeling like going back to square one. This leads…
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Wiser Wealth: Cryptocurrency Explained in 466 Words (And a Link)
You have no doubt heard of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, but may have heard wildly conflicting information about it. There are stories about people who have made fortunes off it, and there are also plenty of experts who say it’s just a fad with no long-term investment viability. So what’s the truth and how does cryptocurrency…
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2022’s Fastest Growing Career Fields
The world is always changing, and new technology or shifting cultural stances lead to new careers becoming more in demand. That has been especially evident with how much change we have seen over the course of the last year. If you have been thinking about a career move but were unsure where you would find…
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10 Tips for Successfully Starting a New Job
A new job is an exciting time, but it can also be nerve-wracking due to the pressure of having to live up to the expectations your boss has for you. Confidence will come with time, but even on your first day, there are some habits you can develop to get yourself off to a good…
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How to Write a Resignation Letter for Switching from Full-Time to Part-Time
There are a lot of life events that can lead to you wanting to step back from a full-time schedule. But just because you can’t commit as much time to your job as before doesn’t mean you have to quit altogether. If you want to be part-time going forward, it might be time to compose…
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Career Corner: What to Know About a Company Before Your Interview
If you have received an invitation for a job interview, you know you need to prepare. But that doesn’t just mean making sure you look professional and that you have practiced answers for questions about your experience and background. You also want to be knowledgeable about the company. Doing so not only demonstrates your interest…
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Wiser Wealth: How Much Can Your Children Save if You Teach Them to Start Now?
You are never too young to learn how to start managing your money. In fact, according to some research, you might even want your kids to start as early as five years old. Stacker looked at the research for how much of a difference saving early could make, and even just putting away a dollar…
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3 Habits That Increase Your Chances of Getting the Job
Does it seem like you are sending out dozens of job applications per month that don’t even get a response? It doesn’t have to feel like a game of random chance. As Indeed shared in a post, there are numerous changes you can make to your process that will help you get more responses. Here…
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Finding the Best Job for You in 6 Steps
A job search can be a long and arduous process. Even if you want to transition to a new role, you likely don’t want to spend too long having to search through what your options are. But what if you are starting to struggle to find what you want? Indeed has a recent post on…
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