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I Wore Box Braids To Work And We Might As Well Have Called A Company Meeting About It

“How do I wash my hair? I’m happy to answer; that’s a work-appropriate question!”
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8 Things People Expect Flight Attendants To Do That Just Aren’t Their Jobs

No, it's not in their job description to put your bag in the overhead bin.
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Why This Popular Career Advice Is Total B.S.

Career experts and people who love their jobs break down the problems with this clichéd expression.
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How To Ask About A Company's Parental Leave During A Job Interview

If you want to know how family-friendly a potential employer is, but you don't want to divulge too many details, here's how to get the info you need.
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U.S. Adds A Healthy 236,000 Jobs Despite Fed's Rate Hikes

The economy remains on solid footing despite the nine interest rate hikes the Federal Reserve has imposed over the past year in its drive to tame inflation.
By Paul Wiseman, AP

McDonald's Temporarily Closes U.S. Offices Ahead Of Expected Layoffs

There are, however, still shortages of workers to fill service jobs, such as those at McDonald's restaurants.
By DEE-ANN DURBIN, AP

What Not To Say To Your Kid When You Lose Your Job

Too often, parents share too little or too much.
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'Rage Applying' Is All The Rage On TikTok — But There's One Big Downside

"Rage applying" might be a stress relief in the moment, but your actions can backfire and cost you.
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5 Questions You Should Ask A New Boss Right Away

Your direct manager can make or break your job, so it's critical to get on the same page ASAP.
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U.S. Adds A Robust 311,000 Jobs Despite Fed's Rate Hikes

Last month, the government reported a surprising burst of hiring for January — 517,000 added jobs — though that gain was revised down slightly to 504,000 in Friday’s report.
By Christopher Rugaber, AP