1+ hour, 2+ min ago (857+ words) In recent years, self-employment has emerged as a viable career path for many, especially among the youth and graduates. This trend is particularly prominent in the context of rapidly evolving job markets, where traditional employment is no longer seen as the only avenue for a successful career. Notably, a significant research study has recently surfaced [] In recent years, self-employment has emerged as a viable career path for many, especially among the youth and graduates. This trend is particularly prominent in the context of rapidly evolving job markets, where traditional employment is no longer seen as the only avenue for a successful career. Notably, a significant research study has recently surfaced that investigates the psychometric properties of a self-employment intention scale grounded in the theory of planned behavior (TPB). This research, co-authored by Yang, W., Song, F., and Jing, H.Y., primarily focuses on Chinese…...

2+ hour, 32+ min ago (324+ words) TL;DR: I created a free, privacy-first interview prep app that uses AI to generate questions and provide feedback'all running locally in your browser. No servers, no API keys, no data collection. Let's be honest: interview prep is expensive and stressful. Professional coaches charge $100+ per hour, and practicing alone doesn't give you the feedback you need to improve. I wanted to change that. I built an AI-powered interview coach that: The magic happens thanks to Transformers.js, a library that runs Hugging Face AI models directly in your browser using WebAssembly. Here's the flow: The first time you use it, the AI model (~250MB) downloads and caches in your browser. After that, everything is instant and works offline. Your interview responses are personal. With this app, they stay on your device. No cloud servers, no data collection, no privacy concerns. No…...

4+ hour, 40+ min ago (607+ words) A recent judgment by the Chhattisgarh High Court has brought attention to how strict the rules are for compassionate job appointments. The case involved a woman who lost her mother at a young age and later applied for her mother's government job once she became an adult. She hoped the appointment would help her rebuild her life after years of hardship. Her mother, Verma, had worked as an Assistant Teacher and passed away on December 9, 2000. At that time, the petitioner was a minor. After her mother's death, her father remarried and left the two daughters to be raised by their elderly maternal grandmother. The petitioner continued her studies and completed Class 10 in 2011 and Class 12 in 2013. How The Case Reached The High Court After turning 18, she applied for a compassionate appointment on August 5, 2015. However, the education department rejected her request on…...

5+ hour, 5+ min ago (488+ words) Each November, we celebrate Veterans Day. This remembrance provides an opportunity to honor the brave service and many sacrifices of our veterans. This year, Veterans Day came on the heels of the Hampton Roads Alliance releasing the "Hampton Roads Playbook." The holiday, together with the playbook, illustrate how important veterans are to the local Hampton Roads economy. The playbook makes the case that the 19 military installations in Hampton Roads return 15,000 service members to the workforce, 8,000 of whom find work locally. We must grow our existing 895,000-strong labor force by enticing more veterans to stay in Hampton Roads if we are to realize the full growth potential of the "DEAL" (defense, energy, aerospace and logistics) framework. Our shared experience as U.S. Military Academy graduates prepared us to be strong organizational leaders, whether the organization is The Mariners" Museum and Park, a landmark…...

6+ hour, 42+ min ago (187+ words) From your computer or mobile phone, you can access this system to search for employment If you are unemployed and do not find many job offers when you leave home to look for them, use your computer or mobile phone to search with CalJobs. It is the California online job search system. It is a platform that helps people who are looking for work. It also benefits employers to find qualified candidates for the roles they need. To access the information and services, you need to create an account. It also offers the opportunity to create resumes. If you are receiving unemployment benefits, you must register with CalJOBS and post your resume unless the EDD tells you otherwise. If you already have a CalJOBS account, you will need to update your registration information and employment history. Failure to register or…...

7+ hour, 10+ min ago (534+ words) As artificial intelligence reshapes global industries, the long-standing obsession with tech careers among Indian students is facing a reality check. Fresh international data suggests that the most secure, best-paying jobs abroad in the coming decade are not in software engineering or data science'but in healthcare and allied medical professions. A new IDP report on AI-resistant degrees studied by Indian students overseas reveals a striking shift: roles grounded in empathy, clinical judgment, and human interaction are far less exposed to automation than many coveted tech and business careers. The study examined automation risk scores across hundreds of professions in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, pairing them with salary trends and growth forecasts. Consistently, healthcare roles ranked among the least susceptible to AI disruption. In comparison, some of the most popular fields among Indian students: software development, analytics, and business intelligence…...

8+ hour, 10+ min ago (427+ words) It's well-known that servers largely rely on customers' generosity to make ends' meet. Because tips make up a large portion of their income, the competition to stand out can be fierce. So it's no surprise that many servers often have tricks up their sleeves. There's an art to upselling. And garnering sympathy from their tables can make all the difference. For this Cheesecake Factory server, memorizing orders through mental imagery has helped him earn higher tips. He says his technique has landed him the No. 1 sales spot at his location. "I've been working at the Cheesecake Factory for four years now, and I want to tell you something you can start doing today, whether you work at the Cheesecake Factory or any restaurant, that will result in higher tips," Cheesecake Factory server Wesley Twiggs (@wesleytwiggs) begins the video. "I am…...

8+ hour, 22+ min ago (77+ words) Humayun Kabir firm on Babri Masjid; BJP, Congress slam move From Judiciary to Jihad, Madani's remarks spark uproar US and China play by their "Own Rules; Jaishankar weighs in 'No rift, no rebel': Siddaramaiah'DKS underline unity New Swarn Nagari Express to connect Jaisalmer-Delhi Salaries, PF reshaped under big labour reforms; explained Cyclone Ditwah kills 123 in Sri Lanka; destroys 15,000 homes Kyiv rocked by explosions as Russia intensifies airstrikes; 1 dead, 11 injured...

9+ hour, 9+ min ago (484+ words) APPRENTICE star and West Ham United vice-chair Karren Brady answers your careers questions. Here,Karrengives her expert advice to a reader who feels unfairly treated. Q: I work in retail and, although I don't have children, lots of my colleagues do, so I generally try to schedule my annual leave for outside of school holidays, both because it works better for me and out of consideration for them. However, sometimes, especially around Christmas and bank holidays, I'd like to take some leave when schools also happen to be off. I'm finding these requests are always turned down, as other colleagues want that time off to spend with their families " just like I do! I feel as if I'm being penalised for living child-free. Is there anything I can do? READ MORE BOSSING IT! My pub is chronically understaffed and I'm burnt…...

10+ hour, 10+ min ago (1198+ words) Layoffs have become increasingly widespread across industries recently, which can have a negative impact on many individuals in different sectors. This can bring about increased stress and anxiety, amongst a myriad of other challenges. With that, affected employees need to be equipped with practical solutions and skills on how to navigate this challenging time and overcome the difficulties that come with it. From finding ways to get back into the workforce to learning how to see loss as an opportunity, here's how you can effectively manage layoffs and stay positive throughout the process. Acknowledge and validate your feelings The first step to processing any negative experience such as getting laid off is to acknowledge and validate your feelings. Give yourself time to adjust and think of the job loss merely as a temporary setback rather than a permanent situation. Adopting…...