The number unemployed for over 26 weeks is far above that in any recession since 1969, and although trending down over the last year, still about twice as high as the severe recession of the early 1980s. Here’s a look at the long-term labor force participation trend: The labor force participation rate held steady at 64.2 in June! MORE >>

As they check how things are going, ask for reports, and delegate tasks, they’re often reducing productivity, by leaving less time for employees to work out problems and hindering the creative thinking and concentration needed to come up with innovative solutions. Are we really more productive when working at the office? It depends. MORE >>

Twenty careers in healthcare, technology, business and education are reported on, with helpful information on what they entail, salary information and why it's "hot". Career Change Career Happiness Career Trends best jobs best jobs 201 BLS careers employment news hot careersTime to enroll in medical school and become a specialist. MORE >>

72,000 more jobs were created in September and October than previously reported. Job Market Trends job search unemploymentThe most recent job numbers just came out and on the surface they look great - but is the reality as good as the first glance shows? few quick highlights and my thoughts. range. NOT TRUE! Thoughts? Don't do it. MORE >>

Resource: State of Green Business Report 2012. This report has caught my eye for five years running. It’s one of the most important reports I read each year to grasp what’s really happening in the green economy.  Ways You’ll Benefit from Reading This Report. Strategies for Reading the State of Green Business 2012 Report. MORE >>