Chances are, you sit down with your supervisor once a year for a short, scripted conversation to go over how you’re doing in your job since you took on the role or since your last performance evaluation. This time you’ve also been asked to submit a self-assessment as part of the process. Not sure where […]
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What Do I Need to Be a Successful Social Media Manager?
If you’re like most people, you spend quite a bit of time hanging out on social media. Companies know this and take great care to cultivate an online presence that engages, delights, and supports their target market. But, chances are, the firm’s CEO isn’t cranking out tweets, Instagram posts, and Facebook lives. They hire a […]
What Do I Need to Be a Successful Virtual Assistant?
Becoming a virtual assistant is an increasingly popular way to have a freelance, home-based business. You get to set your hours, work remotely, and choose who you work with. But what does it really take to be a successful virtual assistant? We’ve got all the details here. What Does a Virtual Assistant Do? Before we […]
What Does it Take to Be a Successful Freelance Writer?
You’ve thought about becoming a freelance writer for years. It seems like the perfect way to express yourself while earning a living. But, you know you won’t become an overnight sensation. You wonder: what does it actually take to be a successful freelance writer? Growing your freelance writing business might be more involved than you […]
Active vs. Passive vs. Portfolio Income: What’s the difference?
If you’re not quite sure of the difference between active, passive, and portfolio income, this article is for you. It’ll help you understand what makes each one distinct and provide insight into which income source or sources to target. Active, Passive, & Portfolio Income Explained The main distinctions between these income types are how you […]
Pay Down Debt Quicker with a Side Business
Does your debt prevent you from living a stress-free life? How often does your debt come between you and your financial goals? Paying down debt can be a difficult task, but not an impossible one. There are a few different methods of paying off your debt quicker, but one of the best ways is to […]
How Continual Professional Development Benefits You and Your Finances
The job market isn’t static, so your skills shouldn’t be, either! You know continuous learning and professional development is important, but it’s often expensive. So, how do you know the investment is going to pay off? Let’s take a look at the benefits uping your skills and knowledge may bring you. Earn more money Earning […]
Can Multiple Part-Time Jobs vs. a Full-Time One Make Sense?
The nature of work is changing. Scratch that — it’s already changed! More and more people are exploring how to craft a career that not only supports them financially but enables them to live their life on their terms. Some folks are starting a business or going freelance. Others are working multiple part-time jobs instead […]
What Are the Best Sites to Increase My Skills?
Online learning is everywhere. That isn’t hyperbole. According to Small Business Trends, 98% of US corporations said they intend to incorporate online learning in 2020. It’s no wonder then that Udemy and Codecademy are household names. With the online learning market booming, how do you know which site or platform is best to boost your […]
How Do I Banish the Sunday Night Blues?
You’re anxious, distracted, maybe even a bit nauseous. If that sounds like you, there’s a good chance you’re suffering from a case of the Sunday Scaries. Many people start their Sunday mornings, still savoring the weekend only to end the day consumed by worry about the week ahead. Thankfully, it’s possible to beat the Sunday […]
Falling Out of Love with Your Career? Here’s what to do
When you started along your career path, you approached each day with enthusiasm and dedication. Your work made you happy and fulfilled. But now, something isn’t right. You begin each day with apathy — or worse, dread. You hate that something once precious to you has turned into a source of boredom or misery. You […]
Should You Ever Work for Free?
It’s always exciting to hear from customers or potential clients when you’re self-employed. But, if you’ve been in business long enough as an artist, musician, blogger, speaker, photographer, designer, coach, or personal trainer, there’s a good chance someone’s asked you to perform quality work without budgeting money to pay you. Freelancers from all professions get […]
Should I Quit My Job if it Stresses Me Out?
Since work is something that takes up around 40-80 of our productive hours each week, it makes sense that the way we feel about our stressful jobs affects the way we feel during our downtime. The pandemic has burdened working moms with added responsibilities at home, like managing kids’ schooling. A recent study by WerkLabs […]
Can a Recruiter Really Help With My Job Search?
Maybe it’s time for a career change due to some severe burnout. Or, perhaps you’re returning to the workforce after time away. Whatever your reason, looking for a new job can be exhausting. It’s practically a full-time job in itself! To balance it with your busy life, it makes sense to streamline and expedite the […]
What to Know Before Accepting a Job Share Position
Perhaps you want to grow your small business, so you’re looking to cut back hours at your 9-5. A great part-time job could be all you need to reach your financial goals. Working less would help you care for your kids or aging parents. Rather than retire, you’d love to work part-time to have a […]
What are the Most Significant Employee Benefits?
When you’re looking for a job, income is one of your top priorities. But many job seekers are now focused less on salary and more on employee benefits when making employment decisions. Employee benefits can make a significant difference in your job satisfaction. And with employee benefits packages adding up to 30% of total compensation, […]
Career Rehab: When and Why You Need One [Book Review]
Whether you’ve entered the workforce in the last few years, spent a decade (or two) working for your employer, or planned to retire soon – you may be questioning your career decisions and future. Some people choose a career they love and are lucky enough to land a position working for a wonderful company. But […]
Is Working Remotely (even when not required) Right for You?
We are in the middle of a huge, nation-wide experiment with remote working. Many non-essential workers have been asked to work from home. Even some doctors are diagnosing patients remotely, using new high-speed video chat services. Employees who’ve not previously been allowed to work remotely are getting the opportunity in the interest of public safety. […]
Should I Rent Out Extra Rooms to Make Money?
You know plenty of people who have side hustles or work seasonal jobs to supplement their income. And you want to boost your bank account balance too. Whether you want more money to pay down debt, build an emergency fund, or invest more for your future, you’re considering renting out a spare room in your […]
CIT Savings Builder: Is it a good high-interest option?
It’s been more than a year since I opened high-yield savings account online with Ally. After earning .01% APY on savings in my hometown bank and .10% APY from my credit union for decades, I’m finally making more money on my savings. If you haven’t taken time to compare your bank’s interest rates (and fees!) […]
Rich vs. Wealthy: How do they differ?
Do you want to be rich? Or would you prefer to be wealthy instead? Most people consider rich and wealthy as the same thing. But contrasting them and considering what they mean on a deep level can make a big difference in your finances. In simple terms, being rich is having the ability to spend […]
Should I get a Seasonal Job to Earn Extra Money?
Breaking the paycheck to paycheck cycle. Paying down your credit card debt. Beefing up your emergency fund. Saving for an amazing vacation next summer. Paying for gifts in cash this year. These are all great reasons to consider earning extra money. And accomplishing any of them might bring you the peace of mind you need […]
What Are Employee Stock Options and How Do They Work?
While you might enjoy your job, there aren’t many people who wake every day and go to work just because they like it. Unless you’re financially independent, there’s a good chance one of your primary motivations for working is earning a paycheck and benefits. With the unemployment rate under 4% in the US, there’s plenty […]
Is Side Hustling to Make More Money Really a Good Idea?
Whether you want to stop living paycheck to paycheck, stash more money in your emergency fund, or boost your retirement savings – earning extra income is top of mind. You know it will require trading time for money, and you wonder if it’s worth it. Everyone seems to have some kind of “side hustle.” But […]
Start a Side Hustle in High Gear With the Freelance Toolkit
Side hustling outside of your full or part-time employment can supplement your income greatly and even grow into a full-fledged business allowing you to quit that day job. That’s what it’s done for our friends Julie from FIRE Drill Podcast and Cody from The FI Show. Cody earned enough to walk away from his desk […]
