Tag Archives: relocation

SusanYounis1

Africa is Calling: Four Professional British Women Return to Their Roots

How these leaders found career fulfillment in their homeland

Professionals born, raised and based in Britain discover their ancestral homelands and are presented life-changing…

By Octavia Goredema

Posted: May 1, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
How much do you think you need to save for retirement? According to a survey of registered investment advisors (RIAs) commissioned by Scottrade Services, the average American believes they need around $1 million to retire comfortably. However, many advisors say that most couples could need two to three times this amount to make sure they don't outlive their money. (Use this calculator from cnnmoney.com to estimate how much you need.) Regardless of whether you’ll truly need $300,000 or $3 million, The cold, hard truth is that many baby boomers and pre-retirees simply will not save enough money to retire comfortably. Thus, retirement in the traditional sense is simply out of the question. If you’re one of those people, what choices do you have? Here are some options to consider.---Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

What to Do If Retirement is No Longer an Option

Times have changed, and so have dreams of an early retirement. Use these tips to make sure to make sure you prepare for your future

Times have changed, and so have dreams of an early retirement. If you’re close that…

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Posted: August 2, 2011 Tags: , , ,
success

5 Ways to Beef Up Your Skills for Job Seeking Success

Having just a bachelor's degree won't cut it in today's competitive job market. Use these strategies to help you be prepared

Consider these 5 tips to beef up your knowledge and propel your career success

By Aisha M. Taylor

Posted: July 29, 2011 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , ,
As the economy recovers, air travel and car rental costs are expected to remain nearly flat, and hotel rates are expected to decline in the remainder of 2010, predicts the National Business Travel Association. The NBTA says companies will take advantage of the low travel costs to send employees on the road in greater volumes. That's great because actually occupying an office to do business is no longer America’s reality. The advent of mobile technology has allowed busy professionals to conduct business from anywhere they choose in the world, whether it be in a car, on a plane, or at a hotel. Here are three mobile technology products that you and your employees can use to conduct business more efficiently while also helping you reduce checked and carry-on baggage. SEE ALSO: Tech Insider: 3 Tech Tools for Road Warriors

Don’t Be Afraid to Consider Relocating to Get Your Dream Job

Proper research and planning are key in a long-distance job search

Job search expert Aisha Taylor says, though a long-distance job search can be stressful and…

By Aisha M. Taylor

Posted: May 20, 2011 Tags: , , , , , , , ,
BlackManAtWork

Relocation is Down

The recession and slump in the housing market continue to hinder the process of moving to find work

Only 7.6% of job hunters relocated last year, down from 13.3% in 2009 and 11.6%…

By Sonia Alleyne

Posted: May 4, 2011 Tags: , ,

Steer Clear of Moving Scams

From hidden fees to damaged belongings, unscrupulous movers can take you for a ride

Whether you’re relocating to another state or moving into your dream home, you should be…

By Sheiresa Ngo

Posted: May 21, 2010 Tags: , , , , , , ,

Negotiating Your Move

Know your options before accepting an out-of-town offer

Before you accept your company’s relocation offer, here are a few considerations.

By Denise A. Campbell Laidler

Posted: January 1, 2009 Tags: , , ,