NJ’s minimum wage going up in 2017 … but not by much
Lawmakers hold off on the $15 minimum wage idea.
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Thirty-somethings of today have it harder than their parents, NJ economist says
Is the American Dream becoming more and more out of reach?
Looking for a new job in NJ? Here are the 198 credentials employers look for
Looking for a job? New Jersey wants to help you get the training you need to succeed.
Exploitative 'underground' construction driving down NJ wages, unions say
The underground construction economy is a growing problem in New Jersey.
Lowering your taxable income after that big raise
Q. I got a big raise, and I’m afraid it will put me into a higher tax bracket. What can I do to lower my taxable income?
NJ school holidays just another challenge for working parents
A study released last month found that New Jersey parents on average spend $17,868 a year on child care.
Do you like your boss? Most workers in NJ do
A new survey from Accountemps takes a look at the relationship between employees and their bosses.
Manufacturing is still a major economic force in NJ
Manufacturing in New Jersey includes chemicals and pharmaceuticals and food manufacturing, providing jobs for more than 300,000 people.
Help Wanted: NJ small businesses are hurting for talent
Whether it's "soft skills" or technical skills, businesses in New Jersey say they have trouble finding the right people for the job.
Why is New Jersey still struggling to rev up its economy?
According to historical trends, we’re now overdue for another economic downturn, even though many New Jerseyans may feel like we haven’t really recovered from the last recession.