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From the Great Resignation to layoffs in the tech industry, it’s no secret the job market has been volatile in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, total annual employee turnover rates are expected to be 20% higher than pre-pandemic levels in the coming years, according to a 2022 report from market research firm Gartner. Assembly has compiled a list of strategies for retaining top talent from leading talent firms like Robert Half, trusted sources including Gallup polling and Harvard Business Review, as well as news reports. … Read more

Tax season is a daunting task for nearly all of us, and while the 2022 tax season is already underway time is limited to ensure all the right documentation is included in your upcoming filing. There is, of course, the option to use a professional tax service to make the process easier and more efficient. However, many people are choosing to improve their own general knowledge and understanding of the process, and tackling doing their taxes themselves. With so much to understand, and a seemingly endless layer of complexities tied … Read more

Have you ever felt simply down in the dumps? I’m sure we all have, and many things (including our own choices) sometimes affect how we think. Working moms, teenagers, and even kids need helpful words of encouragement to boost morale and make them feel like they can face the world. It has been proven that positive comments can change our mindset and improve it. Daily problems beset us all, and sometimes just a positive word can change the momentum when we’re having a lousy day. What is it … Read more

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of employees working remotely has increased across the U.S. According to Ladders, only 4% of jobs with North America’s largest employers were remote prior to the pandemic. This increased to 9% by the end of 2020 and more than 15% by the end of 2021.           The 2021 Business Response Survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed similar findingss: Approximately 1 in 3 employers increased remote work during the pandemic. Nearly 13% of … Read more

Full-time workers are feeling the pinch in today’s rental market. A nationwide housing shortage and skyrocketing property values—coupled with fewer pay raises for the general working population in recent decades—are fueling a squeeze in the rental market. But how affordable is rent in your state? In order to assess affordability, Foothold Technology looked at rent and wage trends in each state and Washington D.C. based on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Fair Market Rent and the average renter’s wage in each state, as shown in … Read more

We’ve got you covered if you’re on the keto diet and looking for some delicious places to eat. Several restaurants across the country offer low-carb, high-protein keto-friendly meals. These restaurants offer fast food, casual dining, or full service. Some have keto-friendly meals on their menu; however, you might need to tweak your order to meet your keto needs. For example, you can order burritos and exclude rice and beans. Are you going keto? Discover the best keto-friendly restaurants with locations nationwide below. 1. Jimmy John’s Jimmy John’s is … Read more

How to renew your passport hasn’t been a subject at the top of the list of things to know in the last couple of years. The pandemic has put a damper on travel with many regulations, different forms to fill out, and the possibility of being stuck in a country. That doesn’t sound good, but traveling and seeing new places is a beautiful thing to experience. If you do not want to go outside of the country, here are some of the best places to visit in the … Read more

Watkins Glen is a quaint village nestled in the gently rolling hills of the scenic Finger Lakes Region in upstate New York. It sits along the southern shore of stunning Seneca Lake, one of the eleven Finger Lakes. The area, blessed with natural beauty, is known for fantastic wineries, breweries, and eateries. With so many Watkins Glen restaurants to choose from, you can enjoy a lovely meal in this gorgeous part of New York. Watkins Glen Restaurants There are many things to do in the Finger Lakes. During your … Read more

Note: Post may contain affiliate links. Have you ever wondered how lucrative baseball playing is? While NBA players may be the top-earning athletes in the world, how does baseball compare? If you are curious about the highest-paid baseball player in the world, you’ve come to the right place.  In recent years, MLB salaries have reached new heights, with the average player earning over $4 million per year. That’s a considerable increase from the early days of baseball when players typically earned less than $1,000 per season.  Today, MLB salaries are … Read more