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Whether you're Gen X or a baby boomer, your younger colleagues' opinions on work may help you find a new job or be happier in the one you've got....
Gen Z is the newest generation in the workforce. But for many employers, hiring them doesn’t come easy. This gallery breaks down 20 reasons why younger job seekers are struggling to get hired &m...
I work part-time with benefits for a non-government hospital. I am told that after I retire, I have to stay out 3 months before I can reapply for a per diem (less hours) job, which is downtime I don't...
Getting a master’s degree isn’t cheap. Tuition costs are up, competition is high, and too many people jump in without thinking about how long it’ll take to pay that bill back. That s...
I retired at the end of June in 2024 at the age of 62 from my job as a clinical lab scientist at a VA clinic. My last boss was a micromanager who loved to play favorites and blame us more experienced ...
I'm launching tomorrow, about 2 years earlier than I'd planned but job collapsed around me, and here goes nothing! Emotionally, I'm experiencing fairly bad anxiety about not having as much time as I'd...
My husband just retired at 71. I (63) hope to work several more years - I really love my job. We just put an offer in on a house that is older (1828), larger and on a much bigger lot than our current ...
Not every high-paying job requires a fancy degree or comes with a title people brag about at parties. In fact, some of the best opportunities out there are the ones no one talks about. These are the o...
Being an executor of an estate isn't easy, so you should do what you can to help them out. It can be as easy as making a list and being smart about your email accounts....
I had told my manager that I would be retiring this year when he let me know I was not getting a raise since my salary is at the maximum they pay. I was angry and said well I won't be here anyway. I a...
You don’t need to move to a big city or sit in an office to make six figures anymore. Many high-paying jobs are already remote and more are coming. If you’re still measuring success in com...
As doctors, we optimize for salary, prestige, or job security but rarely consider the factors that really contribute to long-term happiness. The post Flourishing at Work: What Physicians Get Wrong Abo...
Everyone wants six figures, until they see what it takes. Many glamorize tech, finance, and medical careers, but there’s a whole world of $100k jobs that are messy, dangerous, physically demandi...
When we are building our careers, we understand that professional growth is an investment that is both professionally expected and good for us....
I posted previously about an opportunity to go back to work part time after several years of retirement. I went in for several informal interviews and we finally discussed compensation. They offered a...
Exploring how to transition from an achievement-based career to a fulfilling retirement lifestyle with author Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons....
If you’re a physician in training or just starting your career, there’s a good chance you’ve heard about Public Service ... Read more...
A four-year degree used to sound like the only path to a good job. What they didn’t mention was the student debt with no guarantees, the wasted time, and the jobs that barely cover rent. Turns o...
We’ve talked about physician burnout before. It’s an unfortunate side effect of how the U.S. healthcare system currently functions. It’s ... Read more...
Congratulations to our 18th Social Security Commissioner -Financial Services Industry Leader Mr. Frank Bisignano. I think he is gonna do a great job with his background in payment systems - maybe we a...
No employer? No problem. Here’s how to open a 401(k) or similar retirement plan when you're self-employed or your job doesn’t offer one....
You can work for twenty years and still have no real control over your time, your income, or your future. The truth is, most people aren’t stuck because of lack of effort, but because they made ...
If you're nearing retirement and worry that your job is no longer needed, take steps to upskill or reskill....
There’s a big difference between flashy and wealthy. Your job title might turn heads, but it won’t guarantee a million-dollar net worth. Real wealth doesn’t show off, and it definite...
Finding a good job after 50 can feel like running a race where the rules changed overnight. Experience, loyalty, and wisdom used to be assets. Now, they’re seen as potential liabilities before t...
Job searching at 60 isn’t just tough, it’s a different game entirely. Resumes get ignored, interviews become rare, and doors start closing that used to swing wide open. Perception, bias, a...
I swear I don’t know how I managed to get all the detail work of life done when I had a full time job. Start with Medicare and SS. That alone requires constant checking, monitoring, and tweaking...
Job hunting feels like a full-time job with no paycheck. You’re grinding through applications, updating resumes, and still hearing silence. Most people aren’t doing it wrong, they’re...
I’ve seen a number of posts by people who are trying to decide to retire because there was something at the job that had become intolerable. Or people who had been offered a package earlier than...
Doctors could earn more income and reach financial freedom earlier by incorporating unconventional jobs into their careers. The post How Doctors Can Maximize Their Earning Potential with an Unconventi...
Work isn’t just stressful anymore, it’s become unsustainable. People are clocking in tired, checked out, and one meeting away from walking out for good. It’s not just the job, it&rsq...
Job markets change. College has become incredibly expensive. But we all still want to make more money. So what’s the answer? Certifications. In today’s competitive job landscape, acquiring...
An interview with Dr. Rob Orman, a writer, podcaster, and coach who now works with physicians to build resilience, overcome burnout, and reconnect with meaning and purpose in their work. The post Opti...
Whoever told you a college degree is the only way to make six figures was lying. Sure, it’s the traditional path, but it’s not the only one. Plenty of careers pay serious money without fou...
Wage growth for job-hoppers is on the decline, but financial advisors say that might be a good thing for long-term retirement savings....
Everyone wants a career that makes sense for their life, something that pays the bills without sucking the soul dry. Some chase passion, others want stability, and plenty just want a paycheck that mat...
Making extra money doesn’t have to mean picking up a second job or working longer hours. If you own things that sit around unused, you could be sitting on easy cash. Turning everyday items into ...
By now we all know how the hospitalist career has risen in the American healthcare system in the past couple ... Read more...
Hello all, I am now 3 months away. Thanks to all who gave me suggestions on how to "survive" the last year of my 35+ year career. I have a post-it at my work station( I work from home) that says "I am...
I had no shift at the part time job today, so we woke up slow. We follow F1 racing so we watched a sprint in China. Mid-morning, we went to the farmer’s market to replenish bottles of ginger bee...
Last night, my wife mentioned she thought I retired too early. Today, after catching up with some of my old team members over coffee, I realized I don’t miss the job at all. The man who replaced...
I've been planning to retire at the end of this calendar year, at the age of 59. Currently I have over 1400 hours of accumulated sick leave, roughly 35 weeks (considering a 5-day work week). While I c...
ProFeds Founder, Chris Kowalik, discusses the opportunity for many federal employees to collect unemployment if they lose their job due to the Reduction-in-Force. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Who may qualify (and d...
I am 65 YO and currently working. My previous job had a pension. I received a letter saying I am now eligible to draw that pension. Can I draw from this pension while still working? Should I ? Backgro...
I gave notice to my boss that I will retiring in 30 days today. How long does it take for the reality to hit that I am winding up my career? I’ve been working in the financial services industry ...
Work used to be simple. You got a job, showed up, did the work, and got paid. That deal doesn’t look so great anymore, and young workers aren’t afraid to say it. The grind, the low pay, an...
With its fate hanging in the balance, it’s a good time to remember the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau arose out of subprime mortgage scams like these. A mother who moved her young children...
Tuesday, February 25 - Monday, March 03, 2025 Most Commented score comments title & link 277 287 comments Retiring from an organization with no recognition 81 101 comments Looking at new job versu...
I like working, so I am looking at a job 5 minutes from my house, @ 1/2 my pay, good insurance benefits, and none of the work drama, management of people, work pressure and stress I have in my current...
Eldercare takes a toll on everyone, but women's careers tend to suffer more — with dire consequences over the long term....