It’s Inflation Time and Why It Should Matter to You

In recent months, almost everything spiked in price. From food, clothes, and electricity to gas, it is slowly becoming expensive for everyone. Inflation is the one to blame for this price spike, and it is not something that can easily be fixed. Inflation occurs when there are changes to the economy, both on an international…

5 Things to Do When You Receive Your First Salary

Did you just get paid your first salary? Congratulations! You are now a full-fledged working adult and slowly becoming independent. While spending your first salary immediately on luxury items or vacations can be exciting, you should pause and think about where you will spend all that money to make it count. Here are 5 things…

How Career Planning Plays into Your Financial Future

When people plan their financial future, they often forget that their career will play a pivotal role in achieving it. How can one sort out their finances and achieve their financial goals if their job does not provide enough salary to cover everything you set for your targets? If you want to sort out your…

What to Know About Sign-On Bonuses

Companies and businesses use to catch the attention of job seekers and top talents through sign-on bonuses. But, what exactly are sign-on bonuses and should you consider them if you find a job opening that offers them? Here’s a brief guide on what you need to know about sign-on bonuses: What is a Sign-On Bonus?…

Getting a Pay Cut? What to Do Next?

The economy has constantly been under siege by unforeseen shifts in the world economy like recessions, pandemics and even armed conflict. As a result, companies have to introduce strict actions to keep themselves afloat, such as pay cuts, layoffs and recruitment freezes.  Pay cuts entail a reduction in one’s monthly salary. The reduction percentage depends…

How to Choose Between 2 Awesome Positions at the Same Company

Most of us dream of working for an ideal company that offers the best perks for its employees. When they have an opening, you need to send your application quickly. But, what do you do if you see that they have openings for two great positions that you qualify for? Should you send two applications…

Should You Discuss Your Salary with Your Coworkers

Asking your coworkers about their salary or talking about salary, in general, is taboo in many offices. It gives employees the impression that they can’t compare their wages and compensation with their coworkers and determine whether or not they are paid right. On the other hand, talking about money is always a sensitive topic that…