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Job Openings Entering the Flu Season of the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic

If you're one of the 898,000 people in the United States who filed a new claim for unemployment during the week ending October 10, 2020 or one of the 10 million already unemployed, Amazon warehouse and online...

Teenagers With Jobs Keep Their Families Financially Afloat During Pandemic

In a report released on Monday, February 15, economists in Nevada shared that an increasing share of teenagers are helping keep their families financially afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many kid...

Looking to Relocate for Work? Why People Are Considering Rural Communities

One of the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic is what has been dubbed as "The Great Relocation." During the early days of the pandemic, workers scrambled to pivot to a virtual workspace. As t...

What to Do Before You Quit Your Job

People leave their jobs due to various reasons. Your boss or co-workers may be toxic, the current workplace may trigger health conditions, you want to try something new, or you may simply want to relocate to a new town and change care...

Biotech Job Market 2024: Navigating the Road to Recovery

The past year has brought its fair share of challenges to the biotech job market. Layoffs, funding shortages, and economic downturns have left many young professionals wondering about the future prospects of the indus...

Applying for a Job In-Person: A Step-by-Step Guide

Right now, we are living in an era dominated by digital technology. Online applications are prevalent; however, the traditional approach of walking in and applying for a job in person can still be quite effective. Walk-i...

3 Work-From-Home Jobs You Can Begin Without Prior Experience in 2025

Ever thought you need lots of experience to land a high-paying job that lets you work from anywhere? It's time to think again.  While we often associate remote work with tech gurus or seasoned ...

Why You Might Consider a Side Gig in 2025

As the job market continues to evolve rapidly, many Americans are choosing freelancing and side gigs to earn extra income.  With full-time jobs becoming less secure, working as a freelancer provides more autonomy and allows ...

Have You Looked Outside Your Expertise for Employment in 2020?

If you've been unemployed for months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, your county economic development office, your local workforce development office, and your local community college can help you get back t...