Employment

A banker doesn't listen to her own advice and falls deep into credit card debt. She takes on a blue collar job to get herself back in the black.

Workers of all types talk about the challenges of doing their jobs successfully.

Can't find the drive to work harder? Motivational speaker Eric Chester has some tips on how to get re-energized about our jobs.

Europeans get a minimum of three weeks of paid vacation, but many Americans get none. While Americans may work more, it doesn't necessarily mean they're being more productive.

Hard work is what made the United States, but there's now concern Americans aren't working hard enough.

Gallup's Frank Newport digs into the latest polling data on the cure for our economic ailments.

Finding a new job in this economy is hard for everyone, particularly for those above 55. It takes more effort, sacrifice and a little bit of creativity.

Standing desks seem to be sweeping the nation these days. Contributor Karen Burkett told us why she — and other co-workers at the Miami Herald — have opted to stand instead of sit on the job. Have standing desks invaded your workplace yet? If they have, send us a photo! Tweet us or post on […]

More officer workers are choosing to stand instead of sit at work. The trend may mean better focus and even a longer life.

A report says more than half of American companies are having trouble finding enough skilled workers to hire. Why don’t employers train workers instead?