February 5, 2012

Maximum Work Hours for Youth

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Many youths email us the same basic questions when it comes to child labor laws. 1. I'm 14 years old. How many hours a week am I allowed to work? 2. I got a job and I'm 15 years old. How many hours a day can I legally work? 3. I'm in school … [Read more...]

What Jobs Can Youth Perform?

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Each and every year, there are millions of teens working in part-time or summer jobs. Early work experiences can be rewarding for young workers - providing great opportunities to learn important job skills. What jobs a teen can have is governed by … [Read more...]

Bad Bosses Breed Slackers

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Is your boss abusive? Does your boss put you down instead of encourage you and mentor you? The effects of abusive bosses go beyond the workplace, with employee irritability often transferred to a partner and family at home. In a study … [Read more...]

Saving Hourly Workers from Debt

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If you’re like most young adults, just thinking about today’s high gas prices is enough to make your stomach churn. But combined with credit card debt and school loans (not to mention the accompanying staggering interest rates), you and your bank … [Read more...]

Dress for Success: It’s Not a Cliché

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With employers sometimes receiving over 100 resumes for a single job opening, competition is more fierce than ever for coveted jobs. When an employer has that many choices, chances are yours won’t be the only stellar resume. In this climate, the … [Read more...]