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Why birth order could make a difference in your career prospects
Jul 29, 2024
Older siblings have an economic leg up on their younger counterparts, according to a growing body of economic research.
Why do fewer Americans think they'll be working past age 62?
Jul 25, 2024
American workers now expect to retire at a younger age than they did before the pandemic. But what kind of retirement will it be?
“It's like its own little civilization”: a crash course for educators about jobs in the Port of Baltimore
Jul 23, 2024
Careers at the port range from environmentalist to tug boat captain to welder. But people have to know they exist in order to apply to do them.
Workplace jargon reflects changing power dynamics
Jul 23, 2024
During the pandemic era, the lingo reflected workers' leverage. Now the dynamic has shifted, and how we talk about work has too.
A former floral delivery driver looks in the rearview mirror
Jul 19, 2024
Meghan Irby mapped her routes the old-fashioned way before navigation software was a thing. Her boss "used chickens as a landmark."
Governments at all levels are hiring, and that's boosting the job market
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Henry Epp
Jul 17, 2024
The public sector is still recovering from pandemic turbulence. Due to upcoming retirements, it may stay active in the labor market for years.
Teen summer employment is still booming
Jul 16, 2024
In June, 37.4% of 16- to 19-year-olds were either working or looking for a job, according to the latest jobs report. That’s just shy of a 15-year high of 38% back in March.
For public good, not for profit.
Why more people are choosing to "put motherhood on ice"
Jul 10, 2024
A relatively new corporate benefit is leading to a rise in egg-freezing procedures. Emma Goldberg of The New York Times explains.
Health care openings still hot amid cooling job market
Jul 9, 2024
People who left during during the pandemic are still being replaced. Providers struggle to fill the gaps as demand steadily rises.
As labor market cools, job seekers must apply early and often
Jul 8, 2024
Also, make sure their resumes are computer friendly.