Inflation has surged since the start of the pandemic, causing the prices of essentials like groceries and housing to rise substantially. So anyone who hasn’t gotten a pay bump in the past few years has lost financial ground and purchasing power. Although many people job hop for higher salaries, it’s possible to get the raise you deserve while staying in your current role. However, you
10 Things The Size Of Your Paycheck Says About You
According to CNBC, only about 20% of workers understand how their employer calculates and sets their pay. There are many factors that help determine the size of your salary, including your education level and geographic location. To help demystify salary and compensation, here are 10 things your paycheck reveals about your career progression and strengths as an employee. 1. Your Education Level Education and specialized
12 of the Highest Paying Jobs in America
Earlier this year CNBC published an article about the highest paid jobs in America in 2019, with that in mind, I thought I’d take a moment to break down 12 of the highest paying jobs in America based on the quality of their work-life balance. If you’re at the stage of your life where you’re deciding what you want to be when you’re older, thinking
How Much Money Do You Need to Feel Successful?
How much money do you need to earn to feel successful? Fifty thousand a year? One hundred thousand? Two hundred thousand? What’s the magic number? A recent Harris Poll study attempted to unveil the answer. Right around 5,500 men and women were surveyed and the numbers are all over the board. Unlike former studies that showed that earning $75,000 a year will bring you the