If you think Fargo is just an acclaimed Coen brothers movie, it’s time for a lesson.
With a 3.4% unemployment rate in December (the most recent numbers available) and low foreclosure rates, Fargo, N.D. isn’t letting a little thing like a recession get in the way. Continue reading
Does your morning routine typically include hitting the snooze button and scrambling to get out the door? A recent CareerBuilder.com survey found that 20 percent of workers said they arrive late to work at least once a week, up from 15 percent in last year’s survey. Continue reading
Today’s National Pancake Day, according to IHOP. From 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. today you can get a free short stack just for going in. The catch is…well, it’s not really a catch at all. You’re encouraged to give a donation that will go to local charities. Continue reading
These days technology has thrown etiquette out the window when it comes to communications, and work is no exception. Instead of the “stale ‘good working with you, please reach me here’ e-mail,” fired employees are finding new and unusual ways to say “Au Revoir” to their colleagues. Continue reading
Now that Congress has passed and President Obama has signed the $787 billion American Reinvestment and Recovery Plan, its intent is to create or save up to 4 million jobs over the next two years.
If you’re a job seeker, no doubt you’re probably wondering: What does this mean for me? Continue reading
JetBlue Airways scored major points with me today. While some companies seem oblivious to our struggling economy and continue to increase prices that consumers can’t afford, JetBlue is taking a different approach. On Tuesday, the company announced that it will issue full refunds to eligible customers who lose their jobs after purchasing tickets. Continue reading
