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U.S. Economy Unexpectedly Loses 23,000 Jobs In July

After lackluster hiring in June, forecasters had expected the report to show a modest pickup in July. The Bureau of Labor Statistics came out with its report on the U.S. job market, and it looks weaker than forecasters had expected. Employers cut 23,000 jobs in July...
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The Emotional Labor Most Remote Workers Miss

Remote work has transformed how people collaborate, communicate, and build relationships at work. While greater flexibility has benefited many professionals, it has also introduced a layer of invisible effort that often goes unrecognized. From carefully managing tone...
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The Predictable Executive Career Arc Is Over

“For decades I’ve been told that managing a successful career begins with a plan,” Bill, a senior leader in a financial institution, told me during an executive education program I was running. “Decide where you want to be in five years. Build a roadmap. Acquire the...
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The Typical Gig Worker Is Changing – And Struggling More Than Ever To Make Ends Meet

The next time you call an Uber ride or order food delivery with an app, there’s a good chance that the gig worker you meet is getting government benefits. In 2025, companies such as DoorDash, Lyft and Uber had the most workers receiving Supplemental Nutrition...
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Jazz Musicians Up Against a Virus

Jun 22, 2020 | , ,

In the last year or so Good Times became the first jazz club in years to operate in Savannah, Forte Jazz Lounge sprouted up in Charleston and Middle C arrived in Charlotte. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra became a hub renamed to Charleston Jazz, providing both big band...

Tips to Make Money Online During Self-isolation

Jun 22, 2020 |

With the world under the thrall of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us are self-isolating. Staying indoors is a commendable way to prevent the spread of the disease. However, most of us find ourselves with a lot of free time. Are you using this time productively? There...

Black Fret Wants to Pay You $500 to Play for Workers on Zoom

Jun 16, 2020 | ,

“Back to normal” is no longer a realistic marker for American office culture as the COVID-19 health crisis ushers in a work-from-home paradigm shift. “People have woken up and you can’t put the genie back in the bottle,” says Greg Carter, a local tech consultant who’s...

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