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Millions of Americans work for themselves, whether they use a formal business entity or not. Many business-friendly banks cater specifically to freelancers and people with side gigs, and offer attractive bonuses or valuable small-business perks. Learn about the best bank accounts for freelancers.
Is the MBA degree a victim of its own success? “[E]asier access to an MBA has changed what the MBA means to employers,” writes C. S.-W., in The Economist. “Simply put, MBAs are no longer rare, and as such are no longer a guarantee for employment.” More than 191,000 U.S. students graduated with advanced business
The best student credit cards are a lot like the best credit cards for nonstudents. They generally have low fees, reasonable APRs, and perks that specifically appeal to college students. A few even have cash back programs that reward spending on gas, groceries, dining out, and other routine purchases. So it should come as no
There’s been a rise in jobs that let you work remotely as global infrastructure improves and companies adopt remote workers. If you want to find a full-time remote job, you have plenty of options to begin your search. Learn where to find full-time remote work opportunities and tips for finding work.
According to TopResume, 3 out of every 4 resumes are never reviewed. This means all applicants need a way to work around the system and get through the tough filters that threaten to move your resume to the ‘trash’ pile. Enter TopResume, a resume-writing service that not only gets around the modern screening technology by
The rent really is too high. Or rather, U.S. home prices have skyrocketed so much faster than median incomes that most Americans can’t afford new housing. That’s no exaggeration. Literally, 7 in 10 Americans can’t afford the median cost of a new home. So what’s a median American to do? Get creative, that’s what. Find
Not all jobs require extensive experience or years of postsecondary education. Some entry-level jobs pay quite well, and many offer paid on-the-job training or apprenticeships. Using data compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), we surveyed hundreds of jobs that don’t require much experience to build this list of the best-paid entry-level jobs for
As sharing economy gigs go, shopping for a grocery delivery service like Instacart is a pretty good deal. Instacart classifies in-store shoppers as traditional employees, guaranteeing them a base wage and legal rights. Learn the pros and cons of becoming an Instacart shopper and how to apply.
If you’re searching for a remote job or flexible work arrangement, FlexJobs is one of the most efficient job boards you can use. It offers high-quality postings but also carries a cost. Would FlexJobs be worth it for you? Learn about FlexJobs, its features, pricing, and benefits for job seekers.
The wage gap between women and men is a problem. It contributes to poverty for women and families and holds the entire economy back. And because the roots of the problem are complex, there’s no simple solution to fix it. Read about some ideas for how to close the gender pay gap — and why we should.
A famous study found that earning more money only makes people happier up to a certain point — around $75,000 per year. Beyond that level, more income has little effect on day-to-day happiness. If you’re longing for a job with a real sense of purpose, read on for the top-rated satisfying careers.
It’s all too easy to get stuck in a rut in your career. The average worker’s salary plateaus and then starts declining, and earlier than you’d think. According to the Federal Reserve, income growth virtually grinds to a halt by age 35. Fortunately, you have more control over your career than it often seems. By
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