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Michigan Town to Get New Auto Plant, 100 Jobs
Three Rivers is a city in Southwest Michigan, whose township seat bears the same name, and they have been known for being among the last holdouts of the auto industry's desertion some many years ago. American Axle & Ma...
5 Key Barriers to a Promotion: How to Overcome Them and Advance Your Career
Picture this: you're the quintessential employee—early to the office, last one out, always willing to take on extra projects, and you consistently elevate your boss's stature. Neverthele...
Trump Takes Action on Workplace Issues with New Executive Orders
Just after being inaugurated for the second time, President Donald Trump quickly took action by issuing various executive orders that significantly affect workplace practices, especially around diversity, equi...
Climbing the Ladder: More Than Just a Performance Game
The road to a promotion is often paved with the misconception that high job performance alone will propel employees up the career ladder. As noted by the Harvard Business Review—an invaluable resource for...
Workforce Development Career Paths for the Fourth Quarter of 2020
If you're unemployed and your benefits are about to decrease or you fear eviction and wonder what's next, try a new career path available from those working at home. The office is closed for the saf...
How to Deal with a Job Offer from Another Company
When another company offers you a job, it might feel exciting, but there are a few important things to think about. You don't want to get into trouble for sharing secrets from your current job or harm your reputation.&nb...
Costco Raises Hourly Wages for Many Employees
Costco, a popular wholesale store, has announced that most of its hourly workers will now be paid over $30 an hour. A recent memo viewed by Reuters revealed the company's plans to increase wages for its highest earning store...
Careers Changes and Remote Work in 2023
As we enter 2023, most American workers prefer remote work. About a quarter of all professional jobs became remote at the end of last year, and that figure is expected to continue to rise this year. The job service FlexJobs repor...
February Jobs Report: Strong Growth Despite Challenges
The latest jobs report for February brings good news for the US labor market, highlighting robust gains and a resilient economy. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a remarkable 275,000 jobs were added, surp...