19 Picture: Getty Images/Xavier Lorenzo Your salary may look healthy on payday, but small, recurring expenses can steadily erode your disposable income. The problem is often not one major purchase, but several…
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Storm-proof your finances: 14 financial tips for extreme weather
57 Extreme weather conditions can leave more than physical damage in their wake — they can also cause a significant financial setback for households that are not adequately prepared. Damage to homes,…
How to prepare for a job interview when you’re nervous
61 PICTURE: PEXELS/ GABBY K Job interviews can be stressful, especially when you really want the position. However, good preparation can help you manage your nerves and feel more confident. Indeed reports…
How to handle job burnout when work is taking too much out of you
67 Picture: Pexels/AI25.Studio AI GENERATIVE When work starts following you home, affecting your sleep and leaving you exhausted before the day has even begun, it may be time to take a closer…
How to switch off from work after hours
68 PICTURE: PEXELS/ JOSIAH MATTHEW When the workday ends, it can be tempting to check one last email, respond to a message or think about tomorrow’s tasks. But when work follows you…
Can your employer challenge your sick note?
82 Picture: Pexels Getting a sick note from a doctor can feel like the end of the conversation when you’re too ill to work. But what happens when your employer questions the…
Top 5 financial mistakes you can fix without earning more money
84 When money feels tight, the obvious solution is often to earn more. But increasing your income is not the only way to improve your financial position. For many people, small changes…
Top 5 reasons why people skills are essential in the workplace
77 Picture: Getty Images/FreshSplash Technical expertise can help you secure a job, but strong people skills can determine how successfully you work with others, handle challenges and progress in your career. Also…
How to follow up after a job interview without sounding desperate
96 PICTURE: PEXELS/RDNE Waiting to hear back after a job interview can be stressful. You may be tempted to check your phone constantly or send a message asking whether you’ve been successful….
What to do when you’ve applied for dozens of jobs and heard nothing back
99 PICTURE: PEXELS/ KETUT SUBIYANTO Job hunting can become frustrating when you keep submitting applications, tailoring your CV and checking your inbox, only to hear nothing back. Also see: 10 High-paying jobs…