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Federal Pay and Benefits Guide
Interested in a government job? Check out this excerpt from The Book of US Government Jobs for data on pay scales and benefits.
October 16‚ 2007
Where to Get the Scoop on IT Salaries and Hiring
Looking for the scoop on what people are earning in IT? Here are some of the top spots to mine for tech salary and hiring info.
October 03‚ 2007
Second-String Financial Plays Can Add a Kick to Your Income
This football season, learn how small sources of income can help take you down the field and closer to your financial goals.
September 20‚ 2007
Freelance Work and Unemployment Benefits
A Monster member facing job loss wants to know how freelancing can affect eligibility for unemployment benefits. Our expert responds.
September 07‚ 2007
Globalization’s Impact on the Labor Market
Are employment conditions improving for workers in the global economy? The debate is heated. Here’s a look at the evidence.
August 20‚ 2007
Set Priorities for Your First Paychecks
You may be tempted to spend the money from your first steady paychecks. But make sure you take care of these priorities first.
August 09‚ 2007
Supreme Court Clarifies Time Limit on Pay Bias Claims
Suspect you’re being paid less because of your gender? A Supreme Court ruling now gives you only a short window to file a claim.
June 21‚ 2007
How Will the Minimum-Wage Hike Affect Low-Wage Workers and Employers?
How will the first increase in the federal minimum wage in a decade affect low-wage workers and their employers? We take a look.
June 15‚ 2007
Learn to Manage Your Sales Income
Commissioned-based sales work is an uncertain financial game. That means salespeople need to have a well-thought-out financial plan.
June 01‚ 2007
Is Long-Term-Care Insurance Through Your Employer a Worthwhile Option?
Does purchasing long-term care insurance coverage through an employer make sense? Making a decision may not be so easy.
April 27‚ 2007
Make Major-League Financial Plays with Minor Hits
You need focus, strategy and discipline to play in the major leagues -- and grow your wealth. Here’s how to score big financial gains on minor hits.
April 23‚ 2007
Six Tips to Put Your Financial House in Order
Are your finances a mess? Get your financial house in order and simplify your life at the same time with these six strategies.
April 23‚ 2007
Risky Health Care
In this excerpt from The Great Risk Shift, author Jacob Hacker details the unraveling of health insurance security in the US.
April 18‚ 2007
Condition Critical: A Look at America’s Ailing Health Insurance System
As costs mount and tens of millions remain uninsured, what can be done to fix our ailing health insurance system? We survey the issues.
April 16‚ 2007
The Working Uninsured
Even if they’re employed, millions of people either have no health insurance or not enough. Why do so many fall through the cracks?
April 16‚ 2007
No Easy Healthcare Lessons from Other Countries
If the US can learn anything from how other industrialized nations finance their healthcare systems, it’s that there are no easy answers.
April 16‚ 2007
Health Insurance Anxiety
In this special report, we look at the rising anxiety over our fraying system of health insurance and discuss some ideas to fix it.
April 11‚ 2007
Should You Take Advice from Your 401k Provider?
A recent law makes it easier for your employer’s 401k provider to offer you advice about your retirement investments. Should you take it?
March 15‚ 2007
How to Avoid an Audit of Your Taxes
Audits are on the upswing. Follow these tips to lessen the chances of the IRS sending you an invitation you can’t refuse.
March 09‚ 2007
Bush Health Insurance Plan Would Help Some Workers, But Bypass Most Uninsured
President Bush wants to apply tax policy to health insurance costs. How would such a proposal affect you? Here’s a look.
February 21‚ 2007
Legal Salary Trends
What are the earnings trends for legal professionals this year? Here's a brief look at the state of salaries for law jobs.
February 16‚ 2007
The Best-Paying Finance Jobs
Find out which positions in finance and insurance are at the top of the pay food chain and have the strongest prospects for employment.
January 22‚ 2007
How Would You Spend a Raise or Bonus?
Forget splurges -- many Monster members have better uses for a financial bump up. See which strategy could improve your situation.
January 22‚ 2007
Finance, Accounting Salaries to Rise in 2007
Will your base salary rise or fall in 2007? Find out where pay scales are headed for finance and accounting professionals.
January 22‚ 2007
Retirement Issues for Gay/Lesbian Couples
Gay and lesbian couples may have gained more rights, but their retirement benefits haven’t completely caught up.
January 22‚ 2007
Salary Outlook 2007
What can workers expect from their paychecks this year? Check out the buzz around 2007 salaries and bonuses.
January 22‚ 2007
Your Job Search Expenses May Be Tax-Deductible
Two questions: Did you spend money on your job search last year? Would you like some of that money back?
January 20‚ 2007
What's a CFA Worth?
Is becoming a CFA worth the effort? Yes, if you want to earn more than investment analysts who don't hold the charter.
January 20‚ 2007
Know Your Rights Under USERRA
Resuming a civilian career after serving your country can be quite difficult, but the law is on your side.
January 20‚ 2007
Ride the Offshoring Wave or Get Washed Away
The phenomenon of companies opting to send work overseas is not going away anytime soon. So what should you do?
January 20‚ 2007
W2 to 1099: Contractors and Taxes
Without an employer, you're in charge of tracking and paying your own taxes. Do you know what you're doing?
January 20‚ 2007
Five Habits of Millionaires
Untold wealth may not be your end goal, but developing these five practices is still wise; they're also a formula for happiness.
January 20‚ 2007
How Much Should You Save?
If you're not sure how much of your paycheck should go toward retirement, use these tips to devise an age-appropriate, livable plan.
January 20‚ 2007
High-Paying Jobs for Generalists
Not sure how your undergrad degree will get you to your pot of gold? Find out what you can do with your liberal arts major.
January 20‚ 2007
The Gender Wage Gap
Income disparity between the sexes continues, but women aren't powerless. Learn how to help close the gap.
January 20‚ 2007
Tips for Deducting Work-Related Expenses
If you have unreimbursed expenses related to your job, get tips on how to get the tax write-offs you deserve.
January 20‚ 2007
The Vacation Situation
Americans pass up more than 400 million vacation days annually. Why do we lose out on so much time off?
January 20‚ 2007
Health Insurance Options for Contractors
Is health insurance the 800-pound gorilla that's keeping you from working for yourself? Learn how to tame the beast.
January 20‚ 2007
Moonlight Your Way In
Interested in contract work? Get started part-time. Use these tips to manage employer and client expectations.
January 20‚ 2007
He Earns, She Earns
A growing number of women are outearning their mates. Given shifting gender roles, does it matter?
January 20‚ 2007
Retirement Insecurity?
Employers are rethinking retiree pension and healthcare benefit plans. Be sure you're ready for a shifting benefits landscape.
January 20‚ 2007
Nontraditional Jobs That Pay $100K
Looking for a six-figure gig that doesn't require an MD or law degree? Here's a look at a few that fit the bill.
January 20‚ 2007
Take Advantage of Your Employee Assistance Program
Employee assistance programs have a lot to offer but are often neglected. Find out how you can use this benefit.
January 20‚ 2007
What's the Difference Between Exempt and Nonexempt Workers?
You've probably heard these two terms, but do you know what the differences are? See how the specifics affect you.
January 20‚ 2007
Go Beyond Your Degree to Get the Salary You Want
What majors are most profitable? Use this analysis and other job search best practices to reach your maximum salary potential.
January 20‚ 2007
Consumer-Driven Healthcare Plans
Is this new breed of healthcare plan the right prescription to remedy the rising cost of health insurance?
January 20‚ 2007
Unemployment Insurance and You
This benefit fills the fiscal gap while you look for work. Learn more about what it means for you.
January 20‚ 2007
Budget Your Bonus
You may want to blow your entire bonus on a cruise or front-row seats for a show, but use these tips to allocate it wisely.
January 20‚ 2007
Pricey Cities, Stagnant Wages
Feeling the pinch of living in an outrageously expensive town without the high salary to go with it? You're not alone.
January 20‚ 2007
Health Insurance Reform's Effect on Workers and Employers
A new Massachusetts law aims to give all workers access to affordable health insurance. What would such reform on a national level mean to labor markets?
January 20‚ 2007
Fiscally Unfit
A survey shows many Americans are not prepared for their financial futures. What does that mean to workers?
January 20‚ 2007
Prepare for Disaster
We've all seen the devastation natural disaster can cause. Take these steps now to protect your financial records.
January 20‚ 2007
Social Security Reform Would Shift Financial Risk
The president's push to change the government-controlled system is big news. What would it mean for you?
January 20‚ 2007
The State of Unions
Organized labor has declined due to internal and external factors. But there are still benefits to union membership.
January 20‚ 2007
Is Your Retirement Money at Risk?
News of a high-profile pension default may worry you. Learn how you can protect your financial future.
January 20‚ 2007
Laid Off? Six Steps to Manage Your Finances
No one is immune from layoffs these days. Protect yourself with these six expert tips for managing your finances.
January 20‚ 2007
Supercharge Your Raise or Bonus
Getting a raise or bonus is a beautiful thing. Try these smart financial moves to help you make the cash work for you.
January 20‚ 2007
Is Offshoring Leading to Lower US Salaries?
It's natural for US workers to fear for their paychecks as jobs move offshore. Experts put the issue in perspective.
January 20‚ 2007
Fix Attitudes and Bust Disability Myths
Some employers avoid hiring workers with disabilities. Find out how you can fix attitudes and bust myths.
January 20‚ 2007
Determine Your Life Insurance Needs
The two certainties of life: Death and taxes. We can't help on the latter, but here's some life insurance guidance.
January 20‚ 2007
Benefits You'd Love to Have
Jet Ski decompression therapy, free meals, massages and Antigua getaways: Just a few of the benefits some companies offer.
January 20‚ 2007
Outraged by Offshoring Debate
No topic seems to ignite Monster readers like offshoring does. Here are some excerpts of what you're saying.
January 20‚ 2007
Get a High-Paying Administrative Job
Administrative assistants often earn different wages for doing the same job. Learn how to get the most for your work.
January 20‚ 2007
Right Job, Wrong Salary?
HR pros don't earn what they used to. Before you decide to take a pay cut for that new job, answer these questions.
January 20‚ 2007
Are Women Still Minorities in the Workplace?
Progress for women in the workplace has not been a straight line upward. Learn how this group is faring today.
January 20‚ 2007
Women and the Executive Pay Gap
When a woman makes it to the executive suite, she's likely to find the pay and perks lacking. Know your worth.
January 20‚ 2007
Offshore-Proof Your Career
US companies are moving thousands of jobs overseas. Here are five ways to make sure yours isn't one of them.
January 20‚ 2007
I Make More Money; Shouldn't I Call the Shots?
Does making more money than your husband give you the upper hand in money matters?
January 20‚ 2007
The Financial Impact of Switching to a Nonprofit
Compensation is generally lower in this sector than in corporate America. Get some advice on dealing with the discrepancy.
January 20‚ 2007
The Benefits of Working for Uncle Sam
Want to make sure retirement treats you well? Working for the federal government could provide some added shine to the golden years.
January 20‚ 2007
Fund Your Retirement as a Contractor
Feel like you have forever to save for the future? Just remember: One day, it will be an immediate expense.
January 20‚ 2007
Ten Steps for Managing Your Money as a Contractor
Do you keep your receipts in an old shoebox? You're 10 steps away from handling your business finances like a pro.
January 20‚ 2007
The State of Free Agent Nation
Are those 1990s predictions of the American economy being transformed into a nation of free agents coming to pass?
January 20‚ 2007
Domestic-Partner Benefits
When an employer says yes to domestic-partner benefits, will you get what you need? Check these tips to be sure.
January 20‚ 2007
Know Tip Policies Before You Take a New Restaurant Job
Tips are a crucial part of hospitality workers' pay. Know the tipping policies before you start a new job.
January 20‚ 2007
Paying Taxes on Your Tips
Billions of dollars in tips go unreported each year. What are the legal repercussions, and how do they affect you?
January 20‚ 2007
Wall Street's Gender Pay Gap
Women on Wall Street earn nearly 30 percent less than men with the same credentials doing the same jobs. Here's how to be paid what you're worth.
January 20‚ 2007
How Women Succeed in Finance
Women in this field earn more than they would in traditionally female-dominated careers, but less than male peers.
January 20‚ 2007
Find Extra Money for the Holidays
It's the most wonderful time of the year -- and it can be the most expensive. Try these ways to keep the green in your holidays.
January 20‚ 2007
Who Really Benefits?
More companies are offering domestic-partner benefits, but do employees feel like they can actually use them?
January 20‚ 2007
Hourly vs. Flat Rate for Auto Techs
As an auto tech, how can you make the most money? Here's how hourly, flat-rate and incentive pay systems add up.
January 20‚ 2007
Will Marriage and Policy Rulings Affect the Workplace?
Some landmark court cases are changing the private lives of gays and lesbians. Will they affect jobs, too?
January 20‚ 2007
Gay Marriage Affects Domestic-Partner Benefits
How can saying "I do" affect your health insurance? Massachusetts is becoming a testing ground for changes.
January 20‚ 2007

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