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Remote teams
fromwww.marketplace.org
5 days ago

Why some younger workers prefer in-office over remote work

Younger workers increasingly prefer more in-office time to access networking, social interaction, and to avoid potential career penalties from remote work.
Careers
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Young people are lying about work to their families at the holidays

Many young adults lie or avoid family discussions about work; 58% misrepresent jobs, with men inflating and women understating accomplishments.
fromLe Monde.fr
2 weeks ago

Remote work: 'We are seeing more cases of dismissals under technological surveillance, especially in the US'

While only 4% of working people in France worked remotely in 2019, more than one out of every five employees does so today. Employee monitoring has developed in parallel, explains Vincent Meyer, a professor and researcher in labor sociology at EM Normandie Business School. He analyzes how digital tools are redefining trust between employers and employees, and how young professionals, seeking autonomy and balance, are adapting to this new environment.
France news
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Law
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Plan your exit like a celebrity' - why young people are being encouraged to write wills

Young professionals are increasingly creating wills that include personal messages and digital assets, motivated by campaigns and deaths exposing risks of outdated or absent wills.
Digital life
fromMoneywise
2 months ago

Working Americans are opting to outsource this 1 major household task - but is it worth it? Here's how to figure out if the cost comes out in the wash

Many young professionals increasingly hire paid home-cleaning services, creating a growing expense that can represent a significant portion of household income.
Travel
fromYahoo Finance
3 months ago

Young Aussie hoping to be 'work optional by 40' seizes on retirement trend: 'Not waiting until 65'

A 30-year-old Melbourne woman took an 18-month self-funded micro-retirement, traveling Europe and Asia on savings and freelance work before returning to full-time employment.
New York City
fromUpworthy
4 months ago

Woman gives tour of her $650 New York micro apartment and people were unprepared

New York City offers immense opportunities for young people but comes with high living costs, leading to the rise of micro apartments.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
5 months ago

'I had no savings at 27... five years later I bought my own house' - meet the Irish women who started small and saved big

Saving is a struggle for many due to rising rents, high childcare costs, and inflation.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

As entry-level jobs disappear and pathways to career success shrink, Gen Z is in a tough spot

Recent graduates face a challenging job market, struggling to find employment despite academic achievements and internships.
Women
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

I had my first chat with a financial advisor over hushed tones at work. Now, I'm helping other women find the confidence I lacked.

Navigating adulthood can be challenging, especially when faced with new responsibilities like financial planning.
Startup companies
fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

How to Succeed as an Early Career Professional

AI is replacing entry-level roles, complicating new graduates' job search and career development.
Employers increasingly perceive young professionals as unprepared and entitled, impacting hiring decisions.
Graduates need to actively work to change negative perceptions for career success.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

'Age is just a number for becoming a train driver'

Liam Mackenzie became a train driver at 27, benefiting from a new rule lowering the training age to 18, allowing young recruits to join the industry.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

I was taught financial literacy at a young age, but I still ended up with credit card debt. My problem was emotional spending.

Emotional spending can undermine financial literacy, even for those with strong foundational knowledge.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

A personal finance expert saw her friends leaving 'tens of thousands' on the table with money mistakes - but it wasn't their $5-a-day coffees

That alone is $10,000 they're leaving on the table. Young professionals are losing significant amounts by keeping savings in low-interest accounts instead of optimizing their finances.
NYC startup
fromIndependent
8 months ago

Eoin McGee answers: 'I'm in my 20s and at the start of my career. Is it true that high-risk pensions are better suited to young people like me?'

Eoin McGee emphasizes the importance of actively managing your pension rather than passively following employer-set contributions to optimize returns and balance risks.
Retirement
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