• Six Workplace Trends to Expect in 2023

    Six Workplace Trends to Expect in 2023

    2022 was a roller coaster of a year. A looming recession and inflation fueled anxieties about careers and personal finances. An ongoing pandemic contributed to a shift in workplace culture, that affected how companies operated. Here’s what workplace trends we can expect in 2023, according to the online education site Emeritus.org.   1. Hiring and…

  • Penn State Great Valley Celebrates Giving Tuesday Success

    Penn State Great Valley Celebrates Giving Tuesday Success

     Penn State Great Valley’s GivingTuesday campaign was a great success, with 21 donors contributing $2,010 to support Great Valley’s Sustainability Committee. The effort was part of a record-breaking Giving Tuesday across the University. Comprising of faculty and staff, the committee works on initiatives that promote and support a green and sustainable campus. The group’s work is guided by…

  • Five Industries That Offer High-Paying Remote Jobs

    Five Industries That Offer High-Paying Remote Jobs

    While remote work remains a contested issue within companies, there’s no doubt that it’s here to stay. In fact, there are many high-paying remote jobs out there, according to the jobs site Ladders Inc.   The website conducted an analysis of high-paying remote jobs and was able to identify the top fields that had the most…

  • Amtrak’s New Airo Trains Give Riders a Modern Experience

    Amtrak’s New Airo Trains Give Riders a Modern Experience

    Amtrak released details of its new Airo trains last week, which are expected to replace the carrier’s 50-year-old rolling stock starting in 2026, writes Julia Musto for FOX 29. The new trains will operate on routes across the country, including in Pennsylvania. “As we invest in the future, Amtrak is leading the way with a…

  • Five Fun Remote Jobs for Gen Z

    Five Fun Remote Jobs for Gen Z

    Remote work is increasing in popularity, due to the work-life balance and freedom it offers. This workplace environment is most popular amongst Gen Z. FlexJobs recently identified Gen z remote jobs that would be most appealing.   1. Stylist   Amazon is looking for Zoomers who have a passion for fashion. Only two years of…

  • Ways to Tackle End of the Year Burnout

    Ways to Tackle End of the Year Burnout

    Even though the end of the year is supposed to bring holiday cheer, it can be anxiety-inducing for many. It’s typically the time employees may have their annual reviews and have to churn out projects before the holidays. Forbes contributor Caroline Castrillon, tells us how we can avoid end-of-the-year burnout.   1. Take a vacation…

  • Great Valley’s Master of Finance Program Helps Student Transition Career

    Great Valley’s Master of Finance Program Helps Student Transition Career

    When applying to college, Abay Akhatay — like plenty of other teenagers — wasn’t sure what he wanted to do for a career. Engineering seemed interesting, so he chose that as his major. Eventually, Akhatay realized that it wasn’t the right fit. He became more interested in the business side of things, he said. From…

  • NYSE Suspends Shares of PREIT, Springfield Mall Owner

    NYSE Suspends Shares of PREIT, Springfield Mall Owner

    Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust, the owner of the Springfield Mall, Plymouth Meeting Mall, and Willow Grove Park Mall, is being booted off the New York Stock Exchange as PREIT shares trade at $2.40 a share, writes Rich Bockmann for The Real Deal. On Thursday, the exchange announced it would suspend trading of the PREIT…

  • Seven Reasons to Give Your LinkedIn a Makeover in 2023

    Seven Reasons to Give Your LinkedIn a Makeover in 2023

    2023 marks twenty years since LinkedIn launched. Over the two decades, thanks to new software tools, the networking site has gone through quite a few makeovers. Career experts say that the holidays can be the best time to start applying for jobs. What better way to start than a New Year spruce up for your…

  • Six Jobs That Make $80 or More an Hour

    Six Jobs That Make $80 or More an Hour

    In a time of inflation and an imminent recession, it can be hard to stretch your dollar, especially in cities with high rent.   If you’re looking for an income boost, there are plenty of $80-an-hour jobs out there and more, writes Selena Fragassi for the website GoBankingRates.  Corporate Video Writer, Remote  Pay: $70-100/hour  Education…

  • Philly Suburbs Among Nation’s Hottest Residential Rental Markets in 2022

    Philly Suburbs Among Nation’s Hottest Residential Rental Markets in 2022

    Suburban Philadelphia is one of 2022’s hottest residential rental markets in the country thanks to the high renewal rates of leases, a growing prospective renters’ pool, and relatively few apartment buildings being constructed, according to RentCafe. A new report from RentCafe places suburban Philadelphia as the 12th-most-competitive rental market in the nation, writes Ryan Mulligan…

  • 25 Traits of a Highly Successful Employee 

    25 Traits of a Highly Successful Employee 

    There’s no one type of successful person. There’s an abundance of human beings across all personality types that have a myriad of accomplishments. However, especially when it comes to the workplace, highly successful employees share the same habits. If you want to be a rising star in your industry, there are certain habits that are…

  • SEPTA Struggles: Fare Prices, Unreliability Keep Riders from Coming Back

    SEPTA Struggles: Fare Prices, Unreliability Keep Riders from Coming Back

    Like most transit agencies across the country, SEPTA has been struggling to recover from the ridership loss caused by the pandemic, writes Anthony Hennen for the Trib Live. A new report from Moovit has found that the biggest issues transit riders in Philadelphia include unreliable systems, fare prices, trip time, and safety. These issues present…

  • Four Things to Do for Your Job Search Ahead of 2023

    Four Things to Do for Your Job Search Ahead of 2023

    The New Year calls for major life changes, including your career. Some experts say that the holidays are the best time to apply for new jobs. Forbes contributor Christine Y. Cruzvergara gives four useful tips on how to prepare for a job search in 2023.   Consider Your Priorities  There are a lot of reasons…

  • Ten Companies with Work from Anywhere Openings

    Ten Companies with Work from Anywhere Openings

    Looking to be a digital nomad? While many remote jobs have location requirements, some companies are hiring work from anywhere employees. Morgan Smith from CNBC tells us about these companies that are hiring, according to FlexJobs. Here are ten companies that have positions open without a location requirement.  Protocol Labs   Protocol Labs described itself…

  • Three Six-Figure Jobs That Don’t Require a Bachelor’s  

    Three Six-Figure Jobs That Don’t Require a Bachelor’s  

    Six-figure salaries are typically associated with advanced degrees. In recent years, high-paying jobs in specialized fields require extensive job training in place of a bachelor’s degree. There are also plenty of six-figure jobs that only require a high school diploma, associate’s degree, or post-secondary award, writes Morgan Smith for CNBC.   Here are three six-figure…

  • QuoteWizard: Pennsylvania Among Top 25 Best Driving States

    QuoteWizard: Pennsylvania Among Top 25 Best Driving States

    Pennsylvania is one of the top 25 states with the best drivers in the country, writes Nick VinZant for QuoteWizard. To find out which states have the worst drivers in America and which have the best, QuoteWizard analyzed more than 10 million insurance quotes. To determine overall driving quality, drivers were evaluated on four factors:…

  • Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the U.S.

    Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the U.S.

    In the age of inflation, it’s hard to stretch your cash and keep a steady savings. Sometimes even with a stable salary it can be difficult to make ends meet. If you’re looking to pivot towards a higher-paying field or are pursuing a lucrative degree, here are the top ten highest-paying careers in the U.S.…