Debt is Shaping Career Decisions for 40% of U.S. Workers in 2024, According to Latest Workforce Monitor® Survey by the ASA

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As financial pressures mount in 2024, a significant portion of U.S. workers are making career decisions influenced by their personal debt, according to the latest Workforce Monitor® survey commissioned by the American Staffing Association and conducted by The Harris Poll in August 2024. The survey reveals that 40% of U.S. workers report their current debt… Read more »

Top 5 Emerging Tech Jobs to Watch in the Next Decade

Top 5 Emerging Tech Jobs to Watch in the Next Decade

As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, certain tech jobs are becoming increasingly important and in demand. If you’re looking to start or switch careers, it’s worth considering these five tech jobs that are expected to be in high demand over the next decade. From artificial intelligence to cybersecurity, these career paths offer… Read more »

How to Ask for a Raise – and Get it

Asking for a raise can feel like a delicate social situation. Using our step-by-step method, you can use your past successes, strong work ethic, and industry knowledge to prove why they should invest in you. It may not be easy or feel socially comfortable, but we’re going to consider the entire picture. You did the… Read more »

6 Ways Upskilling Solves Problems

Upskilling, also known as reskilling, is the act of investing in current or new employees so they can bridge the gap that automation has created. Automation has conquered large swaths of labor, often tedious labor that doesn’t require nuanced knowledge.  Some employers try to cut corners by firing their staff and hire new people, but… Read more »

Thank You Letter Tips For After Your Job Interview

Thank You Letter Tips For After Your Job Interview

Sending the right thank you note after a job interview makes you stand out. That’s important when you’re competing against others and increases the positive impression that you made at the interview. If your interview was perhaps on the fence, think about this as a way to tip the tables in your favor – even… Read more »

How To Excel While Working From Home

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Are you working from home? Sure, the commute is great, but will you still be able to prove yourself when you don’t have to show up in person? Of course you can! We have the tricks on how you prove yourself to be someone who gets things done, even though you’re not physically in the… Read more »

3 Easy Ways to Stand Out At Your Job

It’s hard to stand out at your job is the same as many other people at the same company. This makes it harder to get a promotion, and this is even more difficult if all of you are working on the same project or all vying for one permanent or promoted position. So what can… Read more »

“What Is Your Greatest Strength?” Interview Question

What is Your Greatest Strength Interview Question

The question of what your greatest strength is in the workplace always comes up, no matter what position!  Answering your strength is actually easier than you think if you know what to look for! Watch for Different Versions of The Strength Question This question also hides under the disguise of: What do you do best?… Read more »

5 Steps for a Career Change Resume (with an Example)

Looking for a career change? Switching jobs, particularly changing from one industry to another, can feel like a daunting task. If you’re one of the many people whose job was furloughed or the company went under during the pandemic, you’re not alone. Starting over can feel scary, but we’ve got the inside scoop straight from… Read more »

Transferable Skills- What Are They and Do You Have Them?

Transferable Skills- What You Take With You These are the skills you acquired during your education, internships, or past experiences that you will be able to use in your future work positions. Common examples include communication skills, problem-solving, and self-control.   Skills You May Already Have When changing jobs, it can be hard to see… Read more »