Online Jobs, Gigs and More Ideas
Evgeny Atamanenko / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. You’ve heard about side hustles, and you think you might want one. That’s a great idea! A side hustle can be a great way to make extra money,…
Social Security Spousal Benefit Rules to Know
pikselstock / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. The benefits of marriage don’t stop at love and companionship. In some situations, marriage can result in more Social Security benefits. If you stay married for at…
How to Get Ahead at Work, Without Overworking
Stock 4you / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Did the end of the day roll around, and once again, you’re not even close to being able to clock out? You’d love to enjoy your personal life,…
How to Work With a Passive-Aggressive Boss: 5 Tips
Minerva Studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Did you take a new job that you thought you would love, but the team leader is making your workdays increasingly stressful? They may withhold information, undermine your…
How to Ask Your Manager for Feedback (& easily impress them)
Get Targeted Feedback from your Manager by Following These Steps Set Your Expectations – Define What You Want to Achieve with the Feedback What do you want to achieve? Picture heading on a road trip without a destination. Chaotic, right?…
What Remote Tech Startups Look for When Hiring
Jacob Lund / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Hiring needs for managers differ across sectors, and remote tech startups have specific requirements for job candidates. “Unique challenges come with hiring for remote positions within tech startups…
3 Best Remote Job Board Sites (+ 34 specialty sites, sorted)
Remote Job Websites in General FlexJobs https://www.flexjobs.com/ About: FlexJobs is not just any other ordinary job site — and CNN, The Wall Street Journal, and USA Today agree. With thousands of high-quality jobs across over 50 categories, remote workers are…
How to Find a Job’s Fair Market Value
Ground Picture / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. When considering a new position, whether for a promotion or a new career, it’s essential to know the fair market value for your target role. Not only will…
How much of a Raise to ask for (Scenarios + Exact Numbers)
It’s Time to Secure Your Raise Now that you know how to define where you stand regarding your current position at your company, you should feel confident asking for a raise. Remember, requesting a pay increase isn’t just about getting…
8 Unexpected Things That Can Hold Back Your Career
Dean Drobot / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Are you spinning your professional wheels but can’t quite figure out how to move forward? You may have realized you’re unhappy with your current job, but you’re not…
How to get a job with no experience (4 accessible strategies)
Find yourself an inside connection It’s not who you are, it’s who you know — This saying is true more than ever, especially as the job market heats up. While companies are required to employ fair hiring practices, someone within…
5 Financial Shocks That Retirees Are Facing Today
Daisy Daisy / Shutterstock.com Financial shocks are always unwelcome, but the jolt is even worse after you retire and no longer receive a steady paycheck. A huge percentage of retirees — 81{1652eb1ffa4184925f6a63a9c04ea6b421acb7a78117241e7d4325cdca8339fa} of women and 69{1652eb1ffa4184925f6a63a9c04ea6b421acb7a78117241e7d4325cdca8339fa} of men — report…
5 “Easy” Jobs that Pay Well (my realistic, down-to-earth take)
#3: Starting Your Own Business Want to know the number one thing people complain about in their 9 to 5 jobs? Their boss and annoying co-workers. And if you’re in that situation, one possible solution that will allow you to…
The Top 10 Skills Employers Want You to Have
Zivica Kerkez / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. When you want to stay ahead of the competition, there are a few key strategies to implement to ensure you remain a top contender. After all, it’s no…
The Secrets to Daily Success as a Remote Worker
Jacob Lund / Shutterstock.com Do you have a friend or relative making remote work look like the best thing since drive-through coffee shops? Maybe you’ve seen an author working from your local cafe, or you follow a travel blogger who…
7 Ways to Regain Your Job Search Focus
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. When is the last time you did the same thing repeatedly for days and didn’t get bored? Probably never. That’s not how most of us are wired. This is…
10 Tips to Get Organized as a Working Parent
Dmytro Zinkevych / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Parenting can be hard. And balancing work with taking care of your kids can complicate things more. No matter where you are, you feel like you should be…
8 Steps to Take Before Starting a New Job
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Starting a new job can invoke a strange mix of emotions. On one hand, you’re excited about the opportunities in front of you. But mixed in with that enthusiasm…
8 Types of Alternative Work Arrangements Employers Offer Today
AtlasStudio / Shutterstock.com As everyone can attest, the COVID-19 pandemic turned the world upside down. Many of those changes were unpleasant, but a few good things came out of that awful period. For example, millions of people now can choose…
10 Jobs That Gen Z and Millennials Love
Ground Picture / Shutterstock.com Not every millennial or Gen Z adult is a YouTuber or a TikTok influencer. Members of these two generations have varied career paths and occupations. A recent study from SkyNova identified the 10 jobs most popular…
Smart Things to Do While Unemployed
Parinya Maneenate / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. After a layoff or quitting your job, you may not have a plan yet. When you’re unemployed, the lack of a boss-imposed structure can lead to wasting or…
10 Tips for Retirees Looking for a Flexible Job
Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. The traditional workforce no longer works for everyone. A rigid 9-to-5 schedule may not be feasible if you’re a retiree. But you might not be ready to…
How to Turn Accomplishments Into Stories for Your Job Interviews
Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Are you busy preparing for an upcoming interview? If so, there’s a good chance you’ll hear the phrase, “Tell me about a time you …” Regardless of the rest…
The 10 Most Deadly Jobs in America
Parilov / Shutterstock.com Almost everyone complains about their job on occasion. But if you’re a logger, miner or truck driver, you might have greater concerns than most. These are among the most dangerous jobs in America, according to the U.S….