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Senators’ Latest Telework Legislation Could Imperil Remote Work
The latest bipartisan bill attempting to curb the use of telework in the federal government would require federal workers to spend at least 60% of their work hours on in-person work, though it could also ban remote work arrangements in most cases. Sens. Mitt Romney,...
Use This Script To Ask About Remote Work In A Job Interview
Despite a global pandemic which forced millions of workers to do their jobs from home, some CEOs have made it clear they don't believe remote work is the future. Last year, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in-person workers "get more done." Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla,...
Future of Work: No Job Titles?
Do job titles limit the full potential of your workforce? This is the all-important question facing many HR leaders today as we move towards a skills-based future. As the debate between job titles vs no job titles continues, some organizations have already made...
How Gig Work Can Help Combat The Loneliness Epidemic
It probably won’t come as a surprise that the gig economy has exploded in recent years, thanks in large part to the pandemic. Gig work offers a level of flexibility that traditional jobs often lack, making it an attractive option for many people. Caregivers, in...
Gig Work Is New Ellis Island For Immigrants
Rodolfo has driven over 18,000 Uber rides in South Florida and has a near-perfect rating. Still, he feels trapped. Adjusting to life in the US after his move from Venezuela five years ago was "extremely difficult," Rodolfo told Business Insider in Spanish....
Mentors Among Us: Life Coach
It is the first Monday of May, and therefore time for the monthly mentor highlight. Previous installments have celebrated peer and professional mentors. This month, an impactful coach and educator deserves recognition as he concludes an...
Most Americans Want To Live Until 100, But Fear They Can’t Afford It
If you want to live to be 100 years old, you’ll need to take care of more than just your physical health — you’ll also need to take care of your financial health. According to a survey by Corebridge Financial, 54% of Americans aspire to live to age 100. And the odds...
Hiring Freelancers: When You Need To
As of February 2024, Upwork estimates that there are 76.4 million freelancers in the United States, which is an increase of 3.1 million from 2023. This number is expected to continue to grow, reaching 79.6 million in 2025, 83 million in 2026, 86.5 million in...
