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Parenting
fromFatherly
3 days ago

Do Men Have the Guts to Push for Parental Leave?

Fathers face significant challenges regarding paternity leave, with only a few states mandating paid leave.
Some companies offer better leave policies, but many still lag behind in supporting fathers.
#job-market
Tech industry
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Bargain of Working Hard and Getting a Job Just Doesn't Hold Anymore

The job market has become extremely challenging for software engineers, with many struggling to secure interviews or employment.
Startup companies
fromAol
1 month ago

New grads want remote, high-paying jobs that align with their values. Is that possible?

Many 2025 graduates are anxious about job prospects despite their confidence in landing employment soon.
Career
fromYahoo Finance
1 month ago

New grads want remote, high-paying jobs that align with their values. Is that possible?

2025 graduates face challenges in securing desired employment despite confidence in their skills.
Many graduates continue to seek realistic job options amid economic uncertainties.
Tech industry
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Bargain of Working Hard and Getting a Job Just Doesn't Hold Anymore

The job market has become extremely challenging for software engineers, with many struggling to secure interviews or employment.
Startup companies
fromAol
1 month ago

New grads want remote, high-paying jobs that align with their values. Is that possible?

Many 2025 graduates are anxious about job prospects despite their confidence in landing employment soon.
Career
fromYahoo Finance
1 month ago

New grads want remote, high-paying jobs that align with their values. Is that possible?

2025 graduates face challenges in securing desired employment despite confidence in their skills.
Many graduates continue to seek realistic job options amid economic uncertainties.
#career-advice
#job-search
Career
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

4 tips for job searching after being told you're an underperformer

Reflection and improvement are key after being fired for performance.
Address skills gaps through training and seek trustworthy references.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Career

I'm a recent college graduate who's struggling to land a job. I'm using my unplanned unemployment to help my aging grandparents.

Career
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

4 tips for job searching after being told you're an underperformer

Reflection and improvement are key after being fired for performance.
Address skills gaps through training and seek trustworthy references.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Career

I'm a recent college graduate who's struggling to land a job. I'm using my unplanned unemployment to help my aging grandparents.

fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

After Working As A Nanny For Years, These 9 Things Will Never Be Part Of My Life Again

Nannies often face undervaluation in their roles, dealing with challenges such as under-the-table payments and low wages, emphasizing the need for respect and fair compensation.
NYC parents
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

UK GDP grows and continues riding out the storm - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

With the winds of tariff turmoil whipping up economic seas, today's better than expected GDP figures for the UK show an economy that has so far been able to navigate itself to calmer waters. Output grew during the month across two of the three major sectors, with the economic engine, the services sector growing by 0.4%. Construction saw solid progress whilst production slipped due to falls in the manufacturing sector. UK GDP grew at a faster rate of knots during the first quarter and its fastest rate in three quarters.
UK news
Career
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

A millennial who couldn't find a job for 4 years revamped his family's meal planning and childcare to make it work

Dan Colflesh illustrates the challenges individuals face when job hunting in a tough market and emphasizes financial adjustments to ease stress.
Women in technology
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

The neurodivergent worker's guide to return-to-office

Neurodivergent individuals face unique challenges in office environments, influencing their ability to succeed.
Disclosure of neurodivergent status can be complex, weighing safety against potential misunderstanding.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was homeless while working at Walt Disney World. You can love Disney and still expect them to do better.

When I was living in my car, I was one among dozens of others - it was not just me. Security knew we were doing this, and they knew we had nowhere else to go.
NYC parents
Tech industry
fromFast Company
3 months ago

'I need a job': Why fired federal workers are struggling to replace government work

Laid-off federal workers are struggling to find new jobs amidst chaotic cutbacks by the government.
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 months ago

'I met the girl of my dreams': Nice things that happened to foreigners in Sweden in 2024

Having our first child, Agasthya, was an incredible experience, marking a new beginning in our lives and filling our home with joy and love.
Miscellaneous
fromBBC News
6 months ago

Reading family told return to Ghana after visa issue

Esther's experience highlights the uncertainty faced by migrant workers in the UK, especially when visa complications arise unexpectedly, changing their plans and stability.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Business Journals
9 months ago

The Playbook: A potentially costly mistake hiring managers are making - The Business Journals

"One thing to remember is that every young generation goes through this kind of criticism. Millennials were called lazy and entitled. Gen Z is getting branded as lacking work ethic and accountability. Gen Z is coming into professional work in a different climate than other generations. They have access to more information than ever before and they have been told that companies don't care about them. If you've watched your parents or siblings get laid off and organizations prioritize profits over people, your work ethic wouldn't be great either." - Julia Toothacre, chief career strategist at Resume Template
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