Women make gains in 25 male-dominated jobs | Considering retirement? Try listening to a podcast | Why it's a good idea to show compensation ranges in job postings
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More women are working in traditionally male-dominated fields such as construction and engineering, according to a study of the 25 fastest growing job categories for women by SmartAsset. The study, which used data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics from 2014-2018, showed more women also working as physical therapists assistants and software developers. Business Insider (8/26)
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Making the Connection
Considering retirement? Try listening to a podcast Podcasts are an effective way to learn how to financially plan for retirement and can trigger the decision to retire, writes personal finance reporter Alessandra Malito. Retirement can be an overwhelming subject and listening to a podcast rather than reading can help make it easier to absorb the complicated financial options and clarify how and when to make the move. MarketWatch (8/27)
Hire Smart
Why it's a good idea to show compensation ranges in job postings Including compensation ranges in job postings can save money, attract more experienced candidates and retain employees, writes Lars Schmidt, the founder of Amplify, an HR executive search and consulting firm. Liberty Mutual, Buffer and Publix are among a list of companies that include the information in their postings. Fast Company online (8/27)
A steady demand for software developers, programmers Software developers and programmers are among the most sought after workers, according to an analysis of employment data by the global technology trade association CompTia. The company reported there were more than 140,000 ads in the UK for IT jobs in the second quarter of 2019. ZDNet (8/27)
Balancing Yourself
How to work with a spouse without damaging your marriage Working at the same company as your spouse can put pressure on a relationship, particularly when one partner's career skyrockets, writes Caroline Zielinski. Good communication and finding ways to avoid resenting your more successful partner are keys to protecting a marriage from on-the-job conflicts. ABC (Australia) (8/27)
The Water Cooler
N.J. man makes a splash with new way to commute David Pike has cut his commuting time from New Jersey to Brooklyn from 90 minutes to 15 minutes by riding his jet ski across the harbor. He even bought a wet suit to continue the "drive" when the weather turns cooler. Good Morning America (8/26)
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