Who’s Hiring Now?
Top 25 Companies Hiring in June All information in this article was up to date when published on 6/7/2022. The job market in the United States and around the world is changing quickly. We will
The 22 States Canceling Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Early
For details on unemployment benefits in your state, click here. To see information on when work search requirements went back into effect in your state, click here. During the coronavirus pandemic, the federal government expanded
The Job Market Continues to Make Progress Despite Delta Surge
The August 2021 jobs report released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics this morning shows that the job market continued to make progress, despite a major Covid surge attributed to the Delta variant. Cases
Defying Delta: A Preview of the August Jobs Report
We expect the forthcoming jobs report, due for release on September 3, 2021, to show that the economy continued to add jobs at a rapid pace in August, defying Covid-19 Delta variant outbreaks across the
The Pandemic Has Increased Demand for Pet Perks
Spending on Pets Rose During the Pandemic The pandemic forced Americans to cut back spending on restaurants, air tickets, and movies. But one product category got a boost: spending on pet products jumped 8.3% in
A Look Ahead to Construction Season 2021
If you’re looking for a job in construction, now’s the time to dust off your application materials and references, and renew lapsed credentials or occupational licenses. That’s because we’re entering the peak earning period for
Women’s Employment Over the Past Century
For Women’s History Month, I’d like to recognize Claudia Goldin, the economic historian and labor economist who has taught us more than anyone else about the female labor force in the U.S. and its evolution
Employee Appreciation Day: Unlimited Vacation, Spot Bonuses, and 12 Other Employer-Provided Perks
Just when we thought Fridays couldn’t get any better, this Friday—March 5, 2021—marks Employee Appreciation Day. It’s a time for companies to recognize and honor the contributions their workers make on a daily basis. Like
January 2021 Jobs Report Reinforces Need for Vaccinations
May the first jobs report of 2021 also be the worst! While the unemployment rate fell to 6.3%, there was little sign of improvement in broader labor market conditions in the January 2021 Jobs Report.
Coronavirus Recovery Tracker – December 2020
5 Key Indicators for Understanding the Post-COVID-19 Economy The 2020 coronavirus pandemic caused unprecedented disruption in the U.S. labor market. Below are five indicators that capture key aspects of the economic fallout. Stay informed with