US President-elect Donald Trump is likely to return to the issue of tariffs in negotiations with China, as well as consider tax cuts and new sanctions, his former Treasury Secretary said in an interview on Thursday. “I think that tariffs do need to be used to get counterparties back to the table, especially China, which … Read more
Looking for a high-paying job? A recent survey uncovered four career fields experiencing meteoric salary growth. Millions of Americans’ dream of financial security is slipping further out of reach, as more than a third of full-time workers find themselves living paycheck to paycheck. But there’s a silver lining for those willing to pursue certain careers. … Read more
Workplace dynamics often present challenges, especially when reconciling teamwork with personal boundaries. A recent post on the “Am I the A**hole” (AITA) subreddit showcases a user’s predicament involving a co-worker who persistently requested them to cover shifts. The original poster (OP), CraveHalo, a 28-year-old woman, described how her colleague, Sarah, 32, habitually foisted shifts onto … Read more
Sean Tetpon, 55, a seasoned communications manager who has held six-figure positions for years, is facing significant financial hardship despite applying for over 1,000 jobs. Now, he and his wife have cut every possible expense and are considering bankruptcy. Tetpon was financially stable for most of his adult life, working at various large companies, though … Read more
A recent X post by US entrepreneur Nick Huber, taken during business hours in Austin, Texas, highlights a troubling trend for the American workforce. The message is clear: outsourcing is becoming a popular business strategy, and American workers, particularly those working remotely, could be at risk. Huber emphasises that countries like the Philippines and Latin … Read more
Financial services firm Empower’s March survey of 2,204 US adults revealed that the definition of wealth and happiness is rapidly shifting from earning money to valuing time. Around 63% of the survey respondents would feel wealthy if they got sufficient time with friends and family, and nearly 40% believe saving time is more important than … Read more
A recent survey by Empower, a leading U.S. retirement company, reveals that nearly two-thirds of Americans believe the current economic climate will negatively impact their retirement plans. In a striking finding, 46% of respondents indicated they would be willing to forgo a raise or promotion in exchange for enhanced benefits from their employer. Interestingly, remote … Read more
