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I’m the only woman in an office full of men who constantly make “jokes” about my appearance. I thought we were beyond this in 2025. What should I do?

You walk into work, and before you’ve even logged in, someone comments on your outfit. Another chimes in with a “joke” about your body. Everyone laughs, except you. It’s 2025—shouldn’t we be past this? Spoiler: we’re not.
September 11, 2025 Jesse Singer
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How This 25-Year-Old Makes $7,000 A Month From Her Side Hustle

Emily Jump, a 25-year-old marketing coordinator from Ohio, Columbus, hit a gold mine with her side hustle during the pandemic.
July 8, 2023 Eul Basa
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5 Free Online Education Platforms

Learning is a lifelong endeavor. If you're looking to hone your skills or acquire new ones, check out these free online education platforms.
March 6, 2023 Eul Basa

I signed up for a 0% credit card to pay off student loans, but the lender counted it as a cash advance and charged huge fees. Can they do this?

You opened a new credit card offering 0% interest, but the credit card company counted your student loan payment as a cash advance, with fees and interest. Can they really do this?
December 15, 2025 Sasha Wren
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My boss bought a lie detector and hooks us up during meetings “for transparency.” Is that legal?

This guide breaks down what the law actually says about lie detector tests in the workplace, how to tell if your rights are being violated, and what you can do next if things at work have taken a strange turn.
December 12, 2025 Allison Robertson

The interviewer asked how I handle criticism, and I said, “pretty badly.” I wanted to show my sense of humor, but nobody laughed. Can I recover?

Your interview went great except when you made an attempt at humor at the wrong time. We look at ways to salvage the situation and what to do next time.
December 12, 2025 Alex Summers

My boss faked a stalker to make us feel grateful for his “protection.” Should we call the police?

When a boss goes too far, it usually looks like micromanaging or unfair deadlines. But what if your boss staged something darker—a fake stalker designed to make employees feel scared and grateful for his “protection”? It sounds like a plot ripped from a thriller, but for some workers, it’s disturbingly real. The question is, how should you respond when your manager manipulates fear instead of building trust?
September 19, 2025 Jack Hawkins

I received a lay-off notice from my job, and now my ex-wife is demanding half my severance package. What now?

You were laid off, which was already a shock. Now your ex‑wife is demanding half of your severance. We look at your options.
December 5, 2025 Penelope Singh

My dad retired, then started three side hustles. Is that retirement, or denial?

Discover why some retirees dive into multiple side hustles and how to support a parent who can’t stop working after retirement. This engaging guide explores identity, purpose, balance, and healthy boundaries—helping you understand whether your dad’s new ventures are reinvention, denial, or simply modern retirement.
December 18, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss makes us chant affirmations to a cardboard cutout of himself every morning. Is this a cult—or just illegal?

A hilarious yet insightful look at what to do when your boss forces employees to chant affirmations to a cardboard cutout every morning. Learn whether this bizarre workplace ritual is a cult, illegal, or just deeply unprofessional—plus practical advice, legal context, and strategies for protecting your sanity. Perfect for readers navigating toxic or absurd office dynamics.
December 17, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss told me to fake a family death so I could attend a conference in disguise. Am I complicit?

A compelling workplace-advice article exploring what to do when a boss demands unethical behavior—like faking a family death to attend a conference undercover. This engaging guide helps employees navigate toxic leadership, understand complicity, set boundaries, and protect their professional integrity with humor, insight, and practical strategies.
December 17, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My husband refuses to discuss retirement planning even though we’re in our 50s. What can I do to start this process on my own?

If yuor spouse shows no interest in planning your retirement together, there's nothing stopping you from starting the process yourself.
November 28, 2025 Miles Rook