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Why Saving For Retirement Is Harder For Women Than You Might Think
Statistics about people falling short of saving enough for retirement are commonplace. Many people struggle to put away a suitable amount to live on once they stop working. However, it's typically much harder for women, who tend to shoulder more responsibilities...
9 Workplace Trends That Will Define 2025
The hybrid work model, which gained prominence during the pandemic, has solidified its place as a permanent fixture in modern workplaces. Employees increasingly demand flexibility in where and how they work, combining remote work with in-office collaboration. This...
Mentorship As A Strategic Advantage: A Low-Cost, High-Impact Approach
Who did you admire as a young professional? Did someone ever take an interest in you and invest in your professional growth? Who taught you the ropes? Mentors help younger people find their way as they navigate the professional landscape, and the mentor relationship...
Canada: Understanding Tax Implications Of Failing To Report Gig Income
Last month, H&R Block released the results of a survey it commissioned on the topic of the gig economy. The survey revealed that 7.4 million Canadians carry on some type of gig work or side hustle, and 45 per cent of these folks do this because of the increased...
US Judge Says Labor Department Can’t Ban DEI By Contractors, For Now
A federal judge has extended an earlier ruling barring the U.S. Department of Labor from requiring contractors and grant recipients to cease diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the direction of President Donald Trump. U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly in...
With Diversity Programs Under Attack, MLB Celebrates Jackie Robinson
A shot-riddled historical marker from Jackie Robinson’s hometown of Cairo, Georgia, and the severed cleats from a bronze Robinson statue in Wichita are both on display at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri. They’re spread around other...
The Future Of Work Is Skill-Based
The way we work is changing. Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the workplace, automating tasks, creating new efficiencies, and helping us accomplish more across virtually all industries. In this environment, new hiring strategies based on evaluating a...
Founders Of Black Brands Adapting Their Hopes And Business Plans
Pound Cake and Puzzles of Color are among the small businesses whose owners are rethinking their plans as major U.S. companies weaken their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The initiatives mostly date from the end President Donald Trump’s first term and...
