Many loose ends remain flapping in the breeze as we try to repair our damaged economy. One example: nearly two out of every 10 men ages 25 to 54 are still not working.
Even in New Jersey's highly educated workforce, where 44% of adults have at least a two-year degree, almost a fifth of adults age 25- 64 have started college but never finished.
A new study reports job hunters may get a very limited window of opportunity when their resume goes before a recruiter's eyes...as little as six seconds!
CONVERSATION TOPIC: Should it be illegal for potential employers to ask for your Facebook passwords? Start talking about it
We've been telling you about the growing trend of employers demanding Facebook passwords from potential employees.
Adding to signs that the job market is strengthening, the Labor Department says fewer folks in New Jersey and nationwide are seeking unemployment benefits.
A new survey by the Pew Research Center shows young adults continue to feel the impact of the recession and are less likely than any other age group to be employed than at any time since World War II.
If you have bad credit, it can't be held against you at work or when you're applying for a job in New Jersey under a bill that was approved in the state Senate Labor Committee.