Career & Education

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