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Real Income Growth Trends: Insights from the JP Morgan Chase Institute's Latest Report

  The recent labor market data has led to varying perspectives on real income growth trends, and the topic has received a lot of attention due to its connection to consumer confidence...

5 Tips to Write A Compelling Resume for a Career Transition

In the aftermath of an unprecedented global shift, many professionals are contemplating career transitions. A recent survey by iHire revealed that two-thirds of workers have considered a new career path over the pa...

Immigrant Workers Hurry to Get Visas Before Trump's Return to Office

As Donald Trump prepares to become president again, many people who were born in other countries and work in the U.S. are rushing to make sure they can stay in the country.  They are worried becaus...

Remote Work in 2023 and Beyond

Three years ago, remote work took center stage. To face the challenges of COVID-19, employers and employees transitioned to working remotely. This is a trend that has continued into 2023. Ten years ago, remote work was not common. The opt...

10 Entry-Level Jobs that Can Lead to Lucrative Careers For You

  Finding a job without years of previous experience can be challenging in today's competitive job market. While being savvy about money-making opportunities to earn funds and get out of debt is a big...

Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines

  In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...

4 Warning Signs to Look Out For in Freelance Jobs

When you're freelancing, it's great to work with people who respect your time and your skills — that's the key to a successful freelance career. Just like some drinks go down smooth and leave a pleasant tas...

Thanksgiving Travel Time Now Extends Beyond the Weekend

Welcome to Thanksgiving week! With more people working from home now, the busiest travel days for Thanksgiving are spreading out more than before. Before, most people would travel on the Wednesday right before Thank...

US Job Growth Shows Resilience as Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.7% in November

In a positive development for the US economy, job growth accelerated in November, as the unemployment rate dropped to 3.7%, underscoring the resilience of the labor market. These figures suggest t...