Jobs
Tech firms fare better than most in jobs slump
Technology appears to be one of the least hard-hit sectors in an economy beset by unemployment at a five-year high.
Jobless rate jumps to 5-year high of 6.1 percent
The nation's unemployment rate zoomed to a five-year high of 6.1 percent in August as employers slashed 84,000 jobs, dramatic proof of the mounting damage a deeply troubled economy is inflicting on workers and businesses alike.
Study: Workers to pay more for health care
Get ready for another hike in copays and deductibles. A survey being released Thursday by the Mercer consulting firm found 59 percent of companies intend to keep down rising health care costs in 2009 by raising workers' deductibles, copays or out-of-pocket spending limits.
Jobless claims jump, productivity soars
The number of newly laid off workers seeking unemployment benefits jumped unexpectedly last week, the government said Thursday, reversing three weeks of declines.
Letting staffers telecommute requires management
With gasoline prices expected to remain uncomfortably high, many small businesses are letting some of their staffers work at home. And some owners are discovering that allowing employees to telecommute can require a different management style, and some basic trust.
Study: Bigger bump could come from merit pay
U.S. workers can expect skimpy raises in their base salaries next year, but top performers may still fatten their paychecks with merit compensation.
Report Card: Workers worse off on pay, employment
This Labor Day finds workers in worse shape than they've been in years, according to a scorecard released Monday by Rutgers University.
Jobless claims fall for 3rd straight week
The number of people signing up for jobless benefits declined last week, the third straight drop from a six-year high reached earlier this month, the government said Thursday.
How to identify future workplace leaders
Up until fairly recently, most people subscribed to the idea that good leaders exhibited specific traits, such as charisma and gravitas, that inspired loyalty and hard work. This made earmarking future managers relatively easy: Identify someone with these qualities and you'd find yourself an up-and-comer.
WORK FLOW: Avoid `real job' pitfalls
Listen up, college grads.
YOUR OFFICE COACH: Salaried post leaves him feeling ripped off
Q: My son was promoted to the position of lead cook in a ritzy restaurant. The owner, who is also the chef, pressured him into taking this salaried position at $28,000 per year.
DIANE STAFFORD: Need incentive? Point taken
Brooks Mitchell was on vacation a few years ago when he watched a busload of people pour into an Elko, Nev., casino.
Teens need to stand out in summer job hunt
The summer job hunt is in full swing for many high school students looking to earn some extra cash.