Early Retirement Wins, Recruiters Urge AI Use, Worst Jobs Around - Nov 14, 2024

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SPOTLIGHT

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If you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s even, saving for retirement is probably low on your list of priorities. You’re probably still trying to figure out how to survive on your own, build a business, have a family etc. Don’t worry — we get it!

So, how does retirement come into play for a busy professional when you are overwhelmed with other matters and obligations? And where do you even begin with any form of savings? Truthfully, it doesn’t need to be that difficult…

There’s few steps tips and tricks listed in our expert guide which can help you form a stress-free saving plan to ensure you’re comfortable by the time your pension days roll around.

There’s no time like the present to start after all. Nobody is too young to plan for their ultimate retirement.

Fail to plan = plan to fail. So let’s get to it!

👇 See 12 essential tips on how to start planning for retirement, learn if you need a private pension, and more insights in our guide:

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

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It is becoming acceptable to use the technology to draft letters and CVs — but not to answer assessments. [FT]

Amazon is making it harder for disabled employees to get permission to work from home, underscoring the tech giant’s determination to get its corporate workforce back to the office five days a week. [Bloomberg]

Neuro-biases are often unconscious, but they can significantly impact workplace relationships. One in seven people are neurodivergent, meaning their ways of thinking differ from what is generally considered typical. [Fast Company]

CAREER ADVICE

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Work life satisfaction is sometimes overlooked when it comes to finding a job. Many people often end up working just to put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads. This can result in them taking on challenging professions that others often avoid.

If you think your cubicle-sheltered job is bad, or your profession is boring, then these professions will help you put your 9-to-5 grind into perspective. Read more >>

Video Conferencing Tools

These tools have an ever-greater array of uses and benefits, meaning that, whatever the size of your organization their use is invaluable. Read more >>

BREAKROOM

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