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Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines

  In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...

Maximizing Your LinkedIn Experience: Essential Features You're Probably Overlooking

LinkedIn has evolved far beyond being a simple platform for job seekers or a digital resume space. It's become a powerhouse for professional networking, personal branding, and thought le...

7 Essential Questions to Ask During a Job Interview

When you're nearing the end of a job interview, it's crucial to show your interest and engagement by asking thoughtful questions. Not only does this demonstrate your preparation, but it also presents an opportunity...

How to Make Your Career More Secure Against Layoffs

In recent times, more people are looking for jobs due to concerns about the economy and increasing layoffs across many industries, as reported by a survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.  Layoffs, whic...

Why You Might Consider a Side Gig in 2025

As the job market continues to evolve rapidly, many Americans are choosing freelancing and side gigs to earn extra income.  With full-time jobs becoming less secure, working as a freelancer provides more autonomy and allows ...

How the Latest Artificial Intelligence Tools Will Potentially Impact Careers

The ramifications of artificial intelligence (AI) has been one of the hottest topics in the news lately. The fear of the unknown impacts of this tool has caused a great deal of anxiety for many...

Best Practices for Staying Productive in a Remote Work Environment

Working away from the office can be an exciting change of pace, but it can quickly become a huge time-waster if you don’t stay on task. From setting up a designated workspace to keeping your team in ...

Why Is Office Politics So Annoying? Here's How to Deal With It

Almost everyone who works in an office will face office politics at some point. It’s those invisible yet impactful dynamics that influence who gets ahead and whose ideas get noticed.  According to ...

Costco Raises Hourly Wages for Many Employees

Costco, a popular wholesale store, has announced that most of its hourly workers will now be paid over $30 an hour. A recent memo viewed by Reuters revealed the company's plans to increase wages for its highest earning store...