Many of us are reluctant to rock the boat at work during tough economic times. After all, what happens if you cause problems — and your superiors decide that it’s time for someone to go? If you are a “new guy” or an “outsider” or just someone the boss isn’t too sure of, you could [...]
If you, like me and many other mothers and fathers, have decided to stay at home with your children for a few years, it may seem as though you’re sending your career on a fast track to nowhere by taking time off. That is certainly one of the concerns that would-be stay-at-home parents often cite [...]
The economic recession continues to drag on in the United States. Unemployment stands at 8.6% and many families are feeling the effects. College tuition is rising much faster than inflation. Parents are having a tough time footing the bill for expensive colleges. And kids are struggling to find employment and loans are becoming an issue. [...]
The new economic reality is forcing many to broaden their search for new employment. This means looking for jobs outside of their local area with commutes of an hour or more each way. But how much does a commute really cost? Is it just time, or are you wasting other precious resources too? Long Commutes [...]
Pay is no longer assured no matter what your job is these days, as more and more people are experiencing pay cuts. Whether your hours are reduced, or whether you lose your job and have to start somewhere else for a smaller salary, pay cuts are increasingly a reality. And, in some cases, you might [...]
A four-year degree really isn’t necessary for success in life, but spending the money and going to college is the right decision for most people. You will do much better, though, if you plan ahead, and make an effort to lower your costs. Some of the essentials, if you want to minimize the amount of [...]
