Political conversations at work have been considered a no-no in the past, but Lisa Belkin of The New York Times says that mind-set is "so last election." In fact, she adds, "These days, you would think that political talk was a job requirement."
According to several office workers Lisa spoke with, this election has everyone buzzing and voters are finding it's more acceptable to engage in political banter at the office. What do you think: Is keeping your politics to yourself while at work so last election?
There's an untapped resource for entertainment in most of our living rooms, and the best part is that it's free! If you're like my friends and me, you probably have a bookshelf with some titles that haven't been opened since you first read them. We keep great books with the intention of re-reading them at some point, but that goal is often forgotten when the review of a great new book catches our eye.
Enjoy free entertainment this weekend and save gas by not having to drive to your local library — simply scour your shelves until you find a title that suits your mood. And if you're tired of your books, why not organize a book exchange with a friend or two? It may not be as fun as getting lost in the aisles of Barnes & Noble, but it's much kinder to your wallet.
Washington Mutual's CEO Alan Fishman was hired on Sept. 7, less than three weeks before the bank failed and was purchased by JP Morgan Chase. JP Morgan hasn't decided the fate of the newbie CEO, but we can bet if he gets the boot he'll walk with much more than the $60,000 he was paid during those three weeks. Can you guess how much Fishman could receive for his severance package?
While there's no doubt the heads on Capitol Hill are spinning with what's been happening in our economy, it's not exactly a picnic for those of us feeling like we have a million and one unanswered questions. Watching big banks collapse and listening to what the news tells us was a horrendous day for the market, followed by the worst day ever, doesn't do much for the people anxiously sitting on the sidelines. Here are three things you can do right now to get a grip on your finances.
Spend wisely and save as much as you can: Sometimes, it's easier to turn a blind eye on the things that make us anxious instead of dealing with them. Now is not one of those times. Buckle down on your budget and figure out how you can save more.
Pay off debt: The economy has already lost 605,000 jobs this year and that number is likely to continue growing. You need to get aggressive with your debt (especially the high interest kind) in case you find yourself jobless — you'll need your savings for everyday expenses instead of debt repayment costs.
See two more ways to get a grip on your finances right now when you read more
An increasingly large pool of unemployed workers, many who are highly qualified and have killer resumes, means that getting an interview and landing a new job is a longer and more challenging process these days. After sorting through piles of resumes, hiring managers are now holding more rounds of interviews than before. Get through the first round of interviews with these tips.
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