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Should I say something about my nice but sexist boss?
One employee is contemplating on reporting her boss after he made sexist comments.
These career reads will heat up your work life this summer
It's time to gear up for some professional growth under the summer sun. Here are the best reads for career development and life advice for movers and shakers.
The one trait shared by extremely successful people — and it's a 'muscle' you can build
Stay flex for success.
Got soft skills? These key workplace traits will set you apart
“Soft skills are the ‘how’ of doing your job; hard skills are your area of expertise," Marlo Lyons said.
My phone was confiscated at work -- can they do that?
your manager cannot take your phone away and give it back to you at the end of your shift
Workplaces are getting rid of bosses, but there are pros and cons
Want to see the back of your managers? Maybe consider calling the shots — permanent four-day workweeks, long lunch breaks, no Big Brother watching over your shoulder, and logging off...
I hate my new job -- can I quit?
I joined a well known tech firm and was thrilled, but the job is way more than I can cope with. Everyone works flat out, and I’m not getting any...
Seasonal gigs can bring extra cash, career changes — and job offers
“Summertime is full of opportunity,” said the Bushwick resident, whose typical gigs involve getting revelers to sign up in exchange for freebies. “Pride Month [June] is one of the most...
Astrology can help you pick a college major — here's how to get schooled by the stars
Choosing a major, like choosing a mate, a tattoo, a political affiliation, and whether or not to get bangs is among the most important decisions we can make as adults....
These are the hottest remote entry-level gigs for the class of 2024
Want to land a plum remote gig? Here’s how:
The unlicensed weed shop I worked for was shut down — can I get unemployment?
I worked for a cannabis shop that apparently was not licensed. It was promptly shut down without any notice, and my employer owes me for two weeks of pay. What...
You’ll never worry about AI stealing your job working in these trades
While some jobs, like those held by accountants, customer service pros, financial underwriters and paralegals, may be sharply and negatively affected by AI, “the demand for workers in the skilled...
Welcome to Taurus season — and beware of these most toxic traits of the dark bull
Welcome to the rodeo, folks, and the deep heart of Taurus season.
Can I ignore my boss' emails that are sent over the weekend?
Should I wait until Monday to respond and hope she gets the message, respond without saying anything, or ask if this can wait?
Internships offer experience, skills and can open doors
“Internships are necessary,” said Crabtree. “Classes give you the skills that you need to get the internship; you need to do well at the internship and then you can take...
Welcome, class of ’24 — now, how to land that first elusive job
Ready to toss your graduation hats in the air? Do so with cautious optimism, according to workforce experts.
A colleague is taking home our free snacks — should I say something?
Every night, one employee on my staff regularly and openly stuffs his knapsack with snacks before he leaves. There isn’t a company policy that says you can’t take these items...
I fessed up to cheating on my expenses and got fired — is this fair?
I cheated on my expense report, and expensed a meal that was personal. I felt guilty and afraid I’d get caught, so I confessed, apologized and reimbursed the company. My...
Enjoy sports, mentorship and want a varied job? Consider coaching
“It’s great teaching kids who are enthused about tennis, to see how happy they are and how they improve,” Chris DeStefano said.
Astrology explains why Tuesday is the ideal day to get s--t done
Fun fact, much like the zodiac signs, each day of the week is governed by a ruling planet. Read on to learn more about why Mars-ruled Tuesday should kick off...