I have to begin this post by saying that I have not always been a proponent of raising the minimum wage. I feel this is a starting point and one should not be earning this wage as they progress through life and gain more experience and education to move up the income ladder. However, with [...]
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What is the Magic Salary For Happiness?
According to a recent study focusing on 450,000 Americans, a $75,000 yearly salary is the magic number after which people’s day-to-day happiness no longer improves. This study was conducted by psychologist Daniel Kahneman and economist Anhgus Deaton. Here is an excerpt about the study from The Wall Street Journal: It turns out there is a [...]
Tips to Survive a Layoff
Have you ever been laid off? It’s certainly one of those life events that can rattle the finances and stress you out. I was laid off almost three years ago. I must admit I saw it coming because my employer was making some big strategic changes and I felt my position was at risked because [...]