Well, Im not, but thats the perception of all of us in HR. Not everything, just my US News Column. Evil HR Lady Why am I evil? Need to fire someone? Come to HR. Need to explain to someone why, even after working their rear end off all year, that their annual increase is 2.7%? Come to HR. Need to come up with new mountains of paperwork? MORE >>

» Thousands of Job Openings in Financial Services Smart Money “ I don’t have a bank account because I don’t know my mother’s maiden name. &# Paula Poundstone If you work in the financial services industry, the bad news is that it was hit the hardest from the recent financial crisis. This is a good start. MORE >>

When they do, it’s because they let the bank pay for their growth instead of the customer. If you truly want more profit and cash flow in the bank, the first and dare we say golden rule, is to stop asking for money from banks, family, and the dentist next door. Why Baby Boomers are Exercising on Elliptical Trainers! Ah ha! MORE >>

The banks are a mess, credit is awful, the U.S To get this useful advice and many other helpful career resources, visit us now at CAREEREALISM.com. Show me someone who hasn’t fantasized getting in the car and leaving it all behind and I’ll show you someone who doesn’t drive. MORE >>

& Dale: I worked for a bank in the mortgage department until the real estate market bottomed out and I was laid off. Dear J.T. After five months, I took a job for $35K less than I’d been making. stayed till I was able to find a better-paying job, and worked my way up to $70K, then was laid off last month. Pat J.T.: I like that. MORE >>