In the last month of 2023, prices unexpectedly went up in the U.S., showing how tricky it is for our economy to recover smoothly. An expert warned that because things are unpredictable, investors need to be more careful with their expectations. A Reminder of Uncertainty The CPI’s 0.3 percent increase in December, reported by the […]
Workplace Etiquette Training Soars as Employees Struggle with Return to Office
Some employees are struggling with the return to the office, providing a boost for professional etiquette training services across the country. End of the New Normal In the last few years, since the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, millions of workers in the U.S. and overseas adapted to a new life of […]
9 Bills That Met Their Demise: From Gun Control to Healthcare Reform
In the heart of Congress lies a graveyard, not for the departed, but for bills – ambitious proposals that met their demise before seeing the light of law. Join us as we delve into the trenches of legislative battles lost, uncovering the gritty realities of political powerplays and the fate of bold initiatives left buried […]
Women and Minorities: Stuck with Low Wages Despite Economic Promises
Before COVID-19, nearly half of all working women — 28 million — worked in jobs paying low wages. Sadly, that hasn’t changed in three years. It’s even worse for women of color. Even in traditionally higher-paying and more equitable industries and careers, women are typically paid 92 cents for every dollar a man earns. Disrupted […]
Americans Losing Billions to Sneaky Banking Overdraft Tricks
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has discovered a loophole in overdraft fees, where banks have been charging U.S. customers more than they need to. A proposed rule has the potential to save consumers up to $3.5 billion annually, here’s the full story. A Long-Standing Issue For years, consumers with a lower income have been […]
Job Bonuses at an All-Time Low, Here’s What You Need to Know
As employees relished their year-end bonuses in 2023, the joy was tinged with a realization that the average bonus had dwindled to $2,145 from $2,730 in 2022 and $3,583 in 2019, as revealed by Gusto, a payroll software firm. Here’s the full story. The Changing Job Market Year-end bonus checks are now smaller, reflecting the […]
Contributing to Retirement Savings Might Be a Bad Move, Focus on Now: Suze Orman
Saving for retirement is a critical part of adulthood, but some people may want to rethink their priorities. Find out what Suze Orman had to say. Orman’s Surprising Advice Famed financial expert Suze Orman ruffled some feathers recently with her retirement savings advice, but she had a good reason for her take on the issue. […]
Weekend DIY: 19 Tips for Crafting Your Dream Home Office
As the working world makes a monumental shift towards remote working, setting up a home office is essential to achieving maximum productivity and mental well-being. This article will tell you everything you need to know when improving your personal working space. Choosing the Right Space The first step in setting up your home office is […]
Are Millennials and Gen-Zers Job-Hopping Mavericks or Disloyal Workers?
Companies are accepting the fact that younger employees are not likely to stay in their roles as long as their predecessors. Here’s why that’s not a bad thing. Company Loyalty Less of a Priority for Younger Workers A few decades ago, securing a role in your field after college was akin to making a life-long […]
21 Childhood Toys That Could Be Worth a Small Fortune
Time to dust off the boxes and find that once-cherished toy from your childhood. For collectors and enthusiasts, they items have become valued objects and they can be worth big bucks – are there any of these in your attic? #1. Original Star Wars Action Figures The allure of Star Wars memorabilia never fades. Depending […]