High-paying AI jobs are creating new career opportunities, with some emerging positions offering salaries well above $100,000. Even more interesting, several of these careers barely attracted attention a few years ago, yet employers are now actively recruiting professionals to fill them. An October 2026 study from software talent marketplace Lemon.io identified the top 10 … [Read more...]
Best States for Jobs in 2026: What Women Need to Know About Career Opportunities
A state can have plenty of job openings, competitive salaries, and a growing economy, but that doesn't automatically make it a great place for women to build their careers. A new national ranking reveals just how complicated the relationship between location, employment opportunities, and career success can be. According to WalletHub's Best & Worst States for Jobs in 2026 … [Read more...]
AI Skills Are Becoming a Factor in Employee Pay, Promotions, and Hiring
Artificial intelligence is changing what employers expect from employees, and those expectations are starting to affect something workers care deeply about. Their paychecks. In fact, the connection between AI skills and employee compensation is already tighter than you might think. A new survey from financial services recruitment firm Selby Jennings reveals that companies are … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Protect Your Small Business Profit Margins When Costs Keep Rising
Rising expenses can quietly eat away at your small business profits, even when sales are strong. You might be bringing in more revenue than last year while finding that there's less money left over after paying your bills. It's a frustrating situation, especially when you're working harder than ever to keep your business growing. You're certainly not alone. According to the … [Read more...]
Women’s Equality in 2026 Reveals a Troubling Reality for Women in the Workplace
Women have more educational opportunities, more career choices, and more legal protections than previous generations. Yet in 2026, where you live can still make a significant difference in how fairly you're paid, how far you advance in your career, and whether you have equal access to leadership opportunities. The latest WalletHub Best & Worst States for Women's Equality … [Read more...]
The Real Cost of AI at Work Is Falling on Employees
Companies are spending heavily to win the artificial intelligence race. When it comes to AI at work, employees may be the ones paying for it. Recent workplace research paints a troubling picture of how some businesses are approaching AI adoption. Companies are cutting compensation and jobs to free up money for AI investments. At the same time, many workers say they're … [Read more...]
10 Human Skills AI Can’t Replace and How to Improve Them
Artificial intelligence can summarize reports, analyze data, draft emails, create presentations, and complete many routine business tasks in seconds. As these tools improve, workers are understandably concerned about how automation could affect their careers. For women in business, the issue deserves particular attention. Women are highly represented in administrative, … [Read more...]
12 Characteristics of a Manager and a Leader that Support Career Success
Becoming a manager can change your title, responsibilities, and place on the organizational chart. Becoming a leader changes how people experience working with you. The two roles often overlap, which is why discussions about the characteristics of a manager and a leader can become confusing. Managers organize work, coordinate resources, monitor performance, and make sure … [Read more...]
120 Funny Icebreaker Questions That Make Conversations Less Awkward
The best funny icebreaker questions are easy to answer, appropriate for the group, and just unexpected enough to pull people out of work mode. They invite personality without pressuring anyone to share something that makes them uncomfortable. We pulled together this massive list of funny icebreakers – some tried and true and some more unique – so you always have a question … [Read more...]
How to Improve Work Performance: 6 Practical Strategies for Business Owners and Teams
Improving work performance doesn’t mean just asking people to work harder. In many cases, figuring out how to improve work performance comes from creating clearer expectations, removing unnecessary obstacles, providing useful support, and helping people focus their energy where it matters most. That’s especially important for women business owners, who are often balancing … [Read more...]