All articles tagged with #career
Facing soaring bills, Britons are increasingly building multiple income streams—second jobs, online gigs, and passive earnings like renting space—to cushion costs. The trend, notable among women in low-paid work, includes so‑called polygamous or over‑employment, with about 1.35 million UK adults already juggling two jobs. But burnout is a real risk as people balance full‑time work with side hustles and passive ventures.
Despite Gen Z’s skepticism about higher education, two decades of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data show graduates—especially bachelor’s degree holders—remain the least likely to be unemployed and earn more on average than those without a degree. The degree advantage persists since 2006, even as many graduates feel underemployed and burdened by debt, while some hiring practices hint at removing degree requirements—but in practice, degrees still influence hiring and career outcomes.
After 10 months of unemployment and a string of missed opportunities, a tech professional landed a job by showing up unannounced at the company’s headquarters with a box of doughnuts, sparking conversations that put him at the top of the applicant pool; six months in, he earned a raise and a solid performance review.
A recent journalism graduate in New York City struggles to land a full-time role amid a weakened entry-level market, working as a barista to cover living costs while freelancing; despite doubts about staying in NYC, a new East Coast job offer brings renewed hope and reframes the path forward.
The Cut’s Alison Green answers whether you should tell your boss you’re taking a mental-health day. She notes there’s no obligation to disclose a mental-health issue; if you’re sick or simply taking time off, you can use a standard sick/personal-day note. Sharing mental-health details is optional and can be an overshare depending on your workplace culture and your manager. If you do disclose, keep it concise and professional and plan coverage to minimize disruption. Consider timing (e.g., avoid returning to sensitive situations like bereavement) and weigh how disclosure might affect future interactions. In short, prioritize self-care, but tailor what you say to your context.)
After failing to land interviews with video cover letters and visual portfolios, Courtney Clapper used a Reddit-recommended tactic: locate hiring managers’ emails with Apollo AI and email her résumé and an AI-written cover letter directly. This direct outreach earned her multiple interviews (including one at Microsoft) and, through a connection she made after reaching out to the Sweetgreen CEO, led to a strategy-lead role at a major retailer.
An astrologer says Libra, Gemini, and Cancer are feeling off due to intense planetary energy, but relief is expected by late April into May as momentum picks up in love and career. Venus moves into Gemini to refresh Gemini’s mood, Mercury brings stronger negotiations for work, and Saturn’s long-term influence in Aries pushes leadership and legacy-building, guiding these signs toward clearer paths once they embrace their feelings and plan accordingly.
A career coach warns that using AI to answer written interview questions can make candidates sound robotic, advocating for personal, human responses. Experts say AI is useful for prep and editing, but cannot replace genuine experiences and judgment; if AI is used, it should be a starting point and thoroughly tailored to reflect the job seeker’s voice and real experiences.
Avisail Garcia announced his retirement after parts of 13 MLB seasons, highlighted by a 2017 All-Star year; he played for five teams (Tigers, White Sox, Rays, Brewers, Marlins), posted a career line of .263/.316/.417 with 140 homers in just over 1,100 games, and exited after missing the 2025 season following back surgery.
A practical guide highlights nine science-backed brain-health habits—sleep quality, regular physical activity, nutrition, stress management, mental challenges, social connections, mindful screen use, ongoing learning, and routine medical checkups—showing how sharper cognition, memory, and decision-making can translate into greater career success in 2026.
Oscar-winning actress Melissa Leo says winning The Fighter did not help her career or personal life, describing the moment as overwhelming and claiming she didn’t want the Oscar, a sentiment she says led to fewer, less varied roles despite the prestige of the win.
Melissa Leo told The Guardian that her career was much better before she won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for The Fighter, and that winning hasn’t been good for her career and that she never wanted the Oscar.
Adam Sandler received the Career Achievement Award at AARP's Movies for Grownups Awards, joked about aging, and humorously promised to make 50 more movies before he dies, with at least 25 being good.
The article shares stories of seven individuals who transitioned to new careers in their 30s to 60s, driven by personal fulfillment, work-life balance, and passion, including shifts from finance, law, tech, and space exploration to roles like children's author, hiking guide, and AI specialist.
An executive career coach advises job seekers over 40 to prioritize their '3 C's'—culture, compensation, and challenge—over passion, to better align with employer needs and avoid long-term unemployment. She emphasizes understanding personal priorities, solving urgent employer problems, and reframing the job search to focus on value and ROI, rather than just personal passion or goals.