Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s recent decision on overtime pay extends to 1.3 million U.S. workers. Previously workers were automatically entitled to overtime pay only if they earned $23,660 or less a year, says Employco USA president and compensation expert Rob Wilson. But, starting on Jan. 1, 2020, that salary ceiling will be raised…
A common question in many job applications or during interview process is salary history. Unfortunately, this can be used against job seekers to justify lower pay. The good news for job candidates is that many states have enacted or plan to enact salary history bans, meaning that employers can no longer ask for your salary…
Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels A recent study conducted by GoBankingRates listed the occupations where workers were most and least likely to live paycheck to paycheck. Although money should not be the only concern when choosing a career, it should be a factor to consider. Living paycheck to paycheck can make it hard to save for emergencies….
Photo by Free Creative Stuff from Pexels Makeup and skincare products can get pretty expensive. As a college student or recent grad, you may be envious of influencers promoting pricey products in pretty packaging. But you don’t have to break your budget to take care of your skin and find makeup you love. Luckily, there are…
With the high cost of college tuition, it’s understandable that students want to get their money’s worth. Entry-level jobs aren’t known for their high pay, but some graduates can enjoy high salaries from the start. GoBankingRates.com has released a study on the highest paying entry-level jobs. To determine which jobs made the cut, GOBankingRates utilized Bureau…