How to Live on a Post-Grad, Post-Pandemic Paycheck

By Ann Lloyd, Student Savings Guide Used to be, when you got a full-time job after college, you were golden. You had a guaranteed paycheck — it might not have been huge, but it was enough to live on, and there was nowhere to go but up. You’d worked four years or more to earn…

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Everything You Need to Know About Relocating For Your Career

It’s almost impossible to know where life will take you when it comes to your career. Sometimes, a job leads you to a small town you’ve never heard of before, and other opportunities might call for big-city living in a corporate office. Maybe you have a clear vision of where you want to take your…

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Changing Paths? 5 Ways to Prepare Yourself for Your New Career

Sometimes life takes an unexpected twist or turn, and you find yourself changing careers. In fact, among millennials, changing jobs is more common than ever. So, if you’re one of the millions of people that decide to switch it up, you know you’re in good company. Still, you’re probably hoping for concrete advice on what…

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Career Paths to Pursue During the Pandemic (And Beyond)

Photo by Brooke Cagle from Unsplash A pandemic hitting the global economy will affect businesses that are either big or small. Most employers have adapted to social distancing regulations by transitioning to a work-from-home setup. With this, the use of technology and the internet is higher than ever. Career paths that heavily rely on the…

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4 Financial Considerations To Keep In Mind When Making A Career Change

As if the first day at a new job isn’t difficult enough, making a career change comes with a slew of important decisions in the months – or even years – leading up to the big day. Whether you’re moving across state lines, diving into a completely new industry, or simply transitioning to a new…

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How to Land Your First Full-Time Position out of College

After four years of late-night study sessions, endless exams, and pages of papers, it’s time to apply for your first full-time job. This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter in your life, but it can be pretty stressful, too. Where will I end up? What makes me stand out among the other candidates?…

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How to Job-Search During a Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage unobstructed across the United States, and while the scariest part may be the thought of you or a loved one falling ill, another troubling side effect the pandemic has had is a massive slump in employment.  In fact, over one in ten Americans are currently out of work. New…

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5 Website Related Skills to Learn

Money is never enough. In our daily endeavors, we are always looking for ways to boost our income through better job positions. Our current job positions may not be our dream positions. Their earnings too may not enough to cater to the bills, make savings, or even invest. It, therefore, calls for one to think…

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3 Things to Consider When Accepting a Job Offer During COVID

Whether you’re trying to land your first full-time job or have recently been laid off and need to replace your income quickly, finding the right job during the coronavirus pandemic can be more difficult than ever. According to a July 2020 report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 18 million individuals are unemployed in…

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Financial Moves to Make When Landing Your First Full-Time Job

You did it! You’ve landed your first full-time job, now what? Starting this new chapter in your life is an exciting and educational experience, but you shouldn’t feel like you have to go it alone. Truth be told, many of us are unsure of how the 9-5 lifestyle works until we jump in and try…

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