Employment News

Many companies still score low when it comes to ending the gender pay gap, report finds4/10/2018

Researchers say Facebook and Walmart have poor policies, while Apple and Nike are among the top performers

Federal juror pay to increase May 74/2/2018

The daily pay rate will increase to $50 a day

These are the states with the highest levels of income inequality3/13/2018

Income inequality increased all over the map since 2010, according to recent data

Uber’s self-driving truck fleet make its first road trip3/7/2018

The evolution of the transportation industry heads towards job losses and big bucks

Research says many ride-sharing drivers make below minimum wage3/2/2018

Uber calls the MIT research 'deeply flawed'

Facebook expands its Jobs listing tool3/1/2018

Consumers from more than 40 countries can now use it to find local jobs

Supreme Court hears case challenging public employee union fees2/26/2018

A non-union worker argues that mandatory union payments violate First Amendment rights

Self-employment expected to triple by 20202/26/2018

An additional 27 million people could take on work-from-home positions in the next two years, a new report suggests

Acing the interview is the first step to getting a job2/7/2018

Experts say just be yourself, but use caution when salary comes up

ExxonMobil announces another $35 billion U.S. investment1/30/2018

The company is the latest to pledge that it will put tax savings to work

Retail job losses are mostly falling on women12/22/2017

Employment analysis shows more men in retail as women exit

Women appear to be closing pay gap in Los Angeles -- until you look at race12/18/2017

Gender and pay disparities are persisting in the United States

Here are the professions that pay the best12/14/2017

Experts say earning a top salary requires extensive education

Survey finds employment 'mistakes' are common and costly12/11/2017

Expert says bringing the wrong person on board can be bad for morale

Small business owners bullish on 201812/7/2017

But finding qualified employees remains a concern for growth

Survey finds salaries stagnating in spite of improved economy11/16/2017

Only 48 percent of U.S. workforce increased their income in the last year

Here are the top jobs that attract millennials10/30/2017

A good salary and a balance between work and personal life are key factors for these workers

Firm behind 'Fearless Girl' statue pays $5 million in back pay to women and black workers10/9/2017

State Street promotes itself as a champion of women while federal investigation reveals possible wage discrimination

Target to raise hourly minimum wage to $11 next month9/25/2017

The new rate will apply to all current employees and incoming seasonal workers

Target to hire 100,000 workers for the coming holiday season9/14/2017

New employees will stock shelves at stores and pack and ship orders at fulfillment centers

Lots of potential employers check out your finances first9/5/2017

Survey shows about 25% of small and medium size businesses want to know how you manage money

Young women are still struggling to get jobs9/1/2017

New analysis finds Millennial women have yet to recover from the Great Recession

Good jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree8/23/2017

CareerCast study highlights good-paying jobs in healthcare and the building trades

Why it may soon be harder to find an electrician8/11/2017

Report finds growing shortage of experienced professionals

Study predicts significant future job growth8/4/2017

But many of those new jobs may be at the lower end of the pay scale

What's your side-hustle?7/13/2017

A Bankrate report says 44 million of us have one

Trump administration delays rule that encourages immigrant-founded companies7/11/2017

Business leaders call the decision a 'big mistake'

The job market looks strong for the rest of the year7/10/2017

Survey shows 60% of employers plan to hire full-time employees

Casual office dress codes cause confusion for many employees6/22/2017

Survey finds 40% of employees are sometimes unsure whether clothing is office-appropriate

City of Memphis makes student loan help an employee benefit6/13/2017

Becomes the first city governrment to offer loan repayment as a perk

Why your poor body language may stop you from getting that job6/7/2017

A survey shows that senior managers put great stock in a candidate's nonverbal cues

Opioid crisis taking significant toll in the workplace6/7/2017

Employment executive says employers can do more to help

Why many teens won't be looking for a job this summer6/6/2017

Despite increasing employment opportunities, many teens will instead focus on academics

More employers planning to offer student loan repayment benefit5/25/2017

Companies see it as advantage in recruiting young employees

How to land one of those 'new collar' jobs5/15/2017

IBM offers advice on getting a tech job without a four-year degree

Why your retail job may be in more jeopardy than you think4/26/2017

Researcher says e-commerce and AI are creating a perfect storm for retail jobs

Workplace autonomy correlated with greater overall well-being and job satisfaction4/25/2017

Researchers find that picking hours and setting the pace of work benefits employees

Surviving the Trump Era and beyond4/24/2017

Disruption is everywhere but with the right strategy, you can make it through

FTC sets out to prune occupational licensing3/29/2017

The proliferation of licensing hampers job growth, raises prices for consumers, the agency says

Survey suggests being funny at work can boost your career3/29/2017

But be careful, humor in the office is a double edge sword

Three tips for surviving an employment background check3/23/2017

CareerBuilder study says too many applicants have wrong ideas

Disney agrees to provide $3.8 million in back pay3/20/2017

Labor Department says thousands of employees were paid less than mimimum wage

20 jobs women are paid less for than men3/17/2017

Working as a financial advisor tops the list

Where to find an internship this summer3/16/2017

Website focusing on entry-level jobs says opportunities have increased

Are workplace mistakes more costly for women?3/15/2017

Study contends female financial advisors are more likely to be fired than men

Young workers most likely to feel 'vacation shamed' for taking time off3/14/2017

New research finds that less than half of workers use all of their paid vacation days

Your chance of getting a job may be improving3/14/2017

Forecasting firm finds growing optimism among employers

Looking for a job? Here's what offers the best pay3/9/2017

Employment sites show health care and management provide the best opportunities

Where to get an entry level job in 20173/2/2017

Employment site says the job market has rarely been better

Career expectations vary widely by gender, study finds2/24/2017

But both men and women are choosing to delay their family plans to focus on their careers

Why you may make more if you’re physically attractive2/21/2017

Researchers say it's a factor, but certain individual traits matter too

What stresses you out at work?2/16/2017

A survey finds deadline pressure is the most common source

Millennials seek stability in the workplace after a turbulent 20162/1/2017

Here's what employers can do to combat Millennials' pessimism about the future

The top 10 most in-demand creative jobs1/31/2017

CareerBuilder says there's hope for art majors

Young people feel personally responsible for own work ability, study finds1/23/2017

However, putting too much responsibility on these workers is unhealthy, says one researcher

The downside of working from home1/20/2017

You'll probably put in more hours without getting paid for them

Things not to do on a job interview1/12/2017

CareerBuilder's survey shows being normal just might separate you from the pack

Finding a new job a top New Years resolution1/4/2017

CareerBuilder survey finds slightly more workers are planning a move than last year

Six national retailers agree to end on-call scheduling of workers12/20/2016

An attorneys general coalition contacted the employers and urged them to make the change

IBM wants to hire 25,000 new employees12/15/2016

And many of these jobs don't require a four-year college degree

Your office Christmas party could make or break your career12/12/2016

Here are some tips for avoiding the pitfalls

U.S. Steel CEO says company may rehire 10,000 workers12/8/2016

Expects more infrastructure spending and business-friendly tax rates

Here are the 'hot jobs' for 201712/2/2016

Careerbuilder says employers want people with skills that can generate revenue

Job applicants often escape a background check11/17/2016

Here's what employers look for when they do check you out

Companies starting to train own employees for hard-to-fill positions10/19/2016

'Upskilling' gives currently employed people a chance to move up

Lack of control in a high-stress job could cause you to die younger10/17/2016

Flexibility within a job is important to employees' health, study suggests

'Gig' employment becoming the new normal9/26/2016

Report says employers spent nearly $800 billion on contract workers last year

How to get your resume noticed for the right reasons9/22/2016

Lead with your skills and tailor it to the specific job

How listening to music at work can increase productivity8/25/2016

Happy, upbeat music tends to make employees more cooperative and supportive

How to get noticed by the hiring manager8/19/2016

Some job-seekers take things too far

A surprising shift in employee benefits6/21/2016

Telecommuting is in, job sharing is out

The hidden costs of having a job6/16/2016

CareerBuilder survey finds it costs an average of $3,300 a year to bring home a paycheck

GE's advertising campaign isn't selling appliances3/25/2016

It could be the most expensive series of help wanted ads in history

What makes a good leader in the eyes of a Millennial employee? 3/9/2016

An expert offers insight into what employers can expect from 'The Great Generational Shift'

A new generation arrives in the workplace12/16/2015

What will Generation Z bring to the table that’s different from Generation Y?

Praise from your boss may actually be a bad thing10/6/2015

Study finds that verbally praising workers can actually reduce their motivation for some tasks

The most and least dangerous jobs7/24/2015

There's a big difference between a first responder and an accountant

Scam alert: the company is real, but the job offer is fake2/20/2015

Searching for the company online is only the first step in protecting yourself

Can fast food stores really pay their people $15 an hour?1/23/2015

Massachusetts researchers say they can without impacting jobs or profits

How to deal with a hostile boss1/21/2015

Believe it or not, researchers say you should be hostile right back

Employers must follow strict rules for independent contractors1/13/2015

Government is cracking down on those that don't

Careers combining creative and tech are in growing demand1/12/2015

Strong left and right brain activity can put you in a rewarding job

Most employed 2014 college grads in jobs that don't require degree10/9/2014

CareerBuilder survey finds STEM graduates most likely to have jobs in their field

Is the workplace the new high school in terms of cliques? 7/29/2013

Many people say yes and that their workplace might as well be the 13th grade

Super-Commuters: How Far Would You Travel For a Paycheck?8/20/2012

Some say traveling for two or three hours each day is worth the dough.

Court: Employers Can Decline to Hire Bankrupt Job-Seekers3/14/2011

But government may not discriminate not consider bankruptcy in making hiring decisions

How To Overcome Embarrassing Moments At Work1/19/2011

New study reveals most embarrassing moments at work and offers tips on how to overcome them

Unemployment Benefits Extension Won't Help Long-Term Jobless12/18/2010

Extended unemployment benefits end at 99 weeks, leaving 1 million out of luck

Economic Recovery Limps along While Paychecks for CEOs Soar11/16/2010

Imagine the number of jobs that could be created if these leaders showed some real leadership and took smaller salaries

Cracking Down on Workplace-Related Drug Abuse and Accidents10/21/2010

Prescription drug use on the rise; so is the risk of on-the-job accidents

Can't Find Work? Look Abroad3/30/2009

The foot-loose lifestyle offers employment options often overlooked

Job Hunters: Beware of Rebate-Processing Scams2/3/2009

Tough economy raises interset in work-at-home jobs

Online Job Postings May Lead To Phone Scam8/9/2007

Job-seekers need to be careful when listing contact info

Survey: Employers Scrutinizing Internet Postings10/31/2006

Hiring Managers Reject More than Half of Candidates Based on Web Postings

The Earnings Suspense File: Social Security's "Secret Stash"2/22/2006

"Money from Nowhere" Fattens Government Accounts

Five Worst Summer Jobs6/16/2005

Scams Target Online Job Seekers7/16/2004

AOL Employees Complain of Cut-Throat Corporate Culture9/29/2003

Frat house atmosphere intimidates women, minorities, report finds

Student Group Wants to Slice Up Vector8/12/2003