It’s a little-known fact that Columbia University, in Manhattan, was home to the first mining school in America—the School of Mines—founded in 1864. For the past three decades, the university’s program has been mothballed. Parts of its curriculum were subsumed into the more fashionable subjects of earth and environmental engineering. But next fall, Columbia UniversityContinueContinue reading “The next hot career: Mining engineering”
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The biggest client red flags solopreneurs face
I had to submit my résumé for a role. Then I went through three interviews, with nearly identical questions each time. The problem? The role was for a freelance writing position. Not to become a company employee. I got all the way to the third interview only to learn that the role paid a fractionContinueContinue reading “The biggest client red flags solopreneurs face”
This is why Elon Musk thinks you shouldn’t save for retirement
Americans go to great lengths to ensure they are financially set for their later years. But if you’re asking Elon Musk, you really needn’t bother. According to the world’s richest man, whose net worth is estimated at well over $700 billion, saving for retirement will soon be obsolete. Musk aired this view on a recentContinueContinue reading “This is why Elon Musk thinks you shouldn’t save for retirement”
The 5 best sites for finding a remote job in 2026
It’s that time again. The calendar has flipped, the resolutions are written, and you’re probably sitting in your office chair at your office desk looking at a lukewarm cup of office coffee, wondering if you’ve really got another year of fluorescent lights and “serendipitous” coworker interactions in you. Let’s make a pact: No more. It’sContinueContinue reading “The 5 best sites for finding a remote job in 2026”
5 Best Free HR Software Solutions for Small Businesses
If you’re managing a small business, finding the right HR software can simplify your tasks considerably. With various free solutions available, you can streamline processes like employee management, hiring, and payroll. Each software offers distinct features customized to different business sizes and needs. From robust tools to streamline HR administration to user-friendly platforms for smallContinueContinue reading “5 Best Free HR Software Solutions for Small Businesses”
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