Kiplinger.com recently compiled a list of the top five cities to live in for mid-level professionals. The three most important criteria were average growth in creative-class wages, housing affordability and average commute time. Additionally, Kiplinger chose the following metro areas because they had a few common themes. These themes included a large “creative class” of scientists, architects, writers, artists and entertainers. Each area also demonstrated job growth and per capita income growth. Finally, tolerance and diversity were considered. Read the rest of this entry »
The search is finally over. You’ve received a job offer and it sounds too good to be true. Before you scream "I accept," step back and think. There are many factors to weigh before deciding whether to accept and on what conditions.
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The workday is getting longer and more stressful. Parents are away from home up to 12 hours a day. Employees are forced to spend hard-earned salaries on power wardrobes. They commute long distances at the expense of their pocketbook, their safety and the environment.
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You don’t have to look very far to find people who are trapped in the wrong job or profession. Carpenters who should have been accountants. Accountants who should have been horticulturists. Horticulturists who should have opened an animal shelter.
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