The first Apple Store strike in the US could be underway this year after a Maryland store voted to authorize a work stoppage against the company. Apple on Strike? Apple Inc. could be on the path to seeing its first-ever retail employee strike in the US after Apple store workers in Maryland supported a union … Read more
The American workforce is getting older, and nobody seems to have a plan. As the baby boomers refuse to retire, the rest of us are left wondering if the pension pot will be more myth than money by the time we get there. Even in the highest echelons of power and industry, age is more … Read more
The digital age has ushered in a new era where algorithms decide your financial fate. Are you ready to hand over your life’s savings to a machine? Consider the following before you leap into the arms of AI financial advisors. #1. Loss of Human Touch AI can analyze data at lightning speed, but it can’t … Read more
In the wake of the pandemic, the landscape of work has shifted dramatically, sparking the work-from-home craze that’s upending traditional office dynamics. As Americans pack up and move to the sticks for remote opportunities, one has to wonder: Are office buildings a relic of the past? #1. Financial Implications for Businesses and Employees Companies are … Read more
The rise of freelancing has reshaped the workforce, presenting a blend of freedoms and challenges. Here are 20 points that explore both the empowering aspects and the tougher realities of the freelance lifestyle. #1. Flexibility in Scheduling Freelancers enjoy the flexibility to set their own schedules, allowing for a better work-life balance and the ability … Read more
Workers across America are increasingly leaving corporate chains, driven by the search for better wages, conditions, and work-life balance. Here are 18 key sectors they’re departing from and the core reasons behind their moves. #1. Walmart Employees are leaving Walmart due to stagnant wages and inconsistent scheduling. Many seek opportunities in smaller retail businesses that … Read more
Lawmakers in the Bay State are pushing for a landmark tuition plan, which could make community college free for everyone. New Approach to Schooling Under the upcoming Massachusetts state budget, Mass. residents could be looking at tuition-free community college as early as fall 2025 if a new education fund is accepted. $118 Million for Students … Read more
Generation Z – those born between 1997 and 2012 – will soon make up almost 30% of the global workforce, according to estimates from the World Economic Forum. But while these youngsters are slowly making their presence felt in the workplace, their work priorities and motivations are distinctly different from those of generations before them. … Read more
In another case of child labor violations, a Tennessee-based company is facing major fines for hiring 2-dozen children to work in hazardous conditions. $650,000 Fine A company based in Tennessee will pay a $650,000 fine for illegally hiring underaged minors, some as young as 14, to work for them in dangerous conditions. Sanitation Company Accused … Read more
Earlier this year, a minimum wage hike for many fast-food restaurants in California was announced. The move garnered national attention, and some businesses weren’t up to the task. Restaurants Close Due to Minimum Wage Hike Californians looking to enjoy a Fosters Freeze or Mod Pizza treat in some cities are sure to be disappointed when … Read more
Layoffs have hit the aviation industry, as one of the biggest airlines in the U.S., Southwest Airlines, has announced they’re stopping flights out of four major airports. Layoffs Across Industries With a growing spate of layoffs occurring across the nation – primarily in tech and production – it wasn’t going to be long before they … Read more
Major innovation is coming to Indiana, as Google – and other tech giants – make plans to build billion-dollar AI data centers in the Midwestern state. $2 Billion Data Center for Fort Wayne This week Google announced its plans to invest $2 billion into the construction of a major data center at Fort Wayne in … Read more
After announcing plans to reduce 10% of its workforce, Tesla has shared the next location for mass layoffs. New Layoff Details The world’s biggest EV manufacturer has finally started announcing the details of its mass staff reduction efforts this year, and a facility in Nevada is the latest location to be hit. Job Cuts in … Read more
The question: What should a teenager or young adult choose to study in college if they want to nab a job at the biggest bank in America? Not a Big Deal According to Dimon, the college degree you choose to major in “almost doesn’t matter” when it comes to the multinational company’s hiring process. “Smart, … Read more
A new solar company is expected to generate almost 1000 new jobs in North Carolina’s clean energy sector. Big News for NC The Vietnamese solar producer Boviet Solar has announced plans to establish its first North American manufacturing plant in the Pitt County seat of Greenville, North Carolina, in one of the biggest single job … Read more
Americans looking to expand their horizons and bank accounts have numerous opportunities across the globe. Lucrative job prospects beckon from the tech-savvy streets of Asia to the historic classrooms of Europe. These countries offer a chance to enhance one’s career and promise enriching life experiences, blending work with exploration in the most enticing of ways. … Read more
After overseeing the botched introduction of a new FAFSA, the COO for Federal Student Aid is standing down amid criticisms and controversy. COO Standing Down The chief operating officer for Federal Student Aid in the US will be leaving his position by the end of June, according to an announcement from the Department of Education … Read more
The southern state has achieved record-low unemployment rates due to significant investment in the private sector. Big Win for Mississippi The state of Mississippi should be celebrating a huge win after federal statistics show that the state has hit a record-low unemployment rate of just 3%. “Firing On All Cylinders” It’s a staggering achievement and … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission has moved to block noncompete contracts, and a lot of organizations are not happy with the decision. The End of Noncompete Clauses? In another bold step by the US Federal Trade Commission, Americans may see the end of noncompete clauses in the workplace, if their new rule can make its way … Read more
Money problems have hit the state of Texas – and they might be impacting your kids’ education. That’s the latest news, as school districts across the state have begun announcing that budgets will need to be cut drastically to see out the year. Many schools began the school year in a deficit, and now they’re … Read more
