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Someone posted on LinkedIn recently that hiring for values contributes to ageism. Since then, I’ve been thinking about this comment and what it means.

First, I’m not naïve. I understand ageism exists. Ageism refers to how we think, feel, and act towards others based on their age. We might be tempted to think of ageism only in terms of older people, but ageism happens to younger people too. An example might be saying “young people don’t want to work”. Honestly, it’s one of the reasons that I try not to get involved in the “generational” conversations. I think conversation like Millennials think this … and Boomers think that … contribute to the age discussion and not in a positive way. 

But back to the original comment about hiring for values contributing to ageism. The word values means “something considered to be important or beneficial”. We know that organizations have values. So do individuals. 

When it comes to organizational values, I found an article on the MIT Sloan Management Review that said they researched almost 700 large U.S. based companies and the top three values listed on their websites were 1) integrity, 2) respect, and 3) innovation. If this information is true, then the LinkedIn comment doesn’t necessarily align. Because that would mean that hiring for integrity, respect, and innovation contributes to ageism. And I’m not sure that integrity, respect, and innovation are exclusive to a particular age group. 

Read More: https://www.hrbartender.com/2025/leadership-and-management/organizational-individual-values-alignment/

The way we work has changed—and with it, the way we think about work-life balance. With more people working from home, AI transforming workflows, and job security top of mind, the line between work and life has never felt more blurred. 

For many people, these shifts have brought more freedom. But they’ve also made it harder to fully unplug. According to the American Psychological Association’s 2024 Work in America survey, one in three workers say they don’t have enough flexibility to maintain balance. Research conducted by The Harris Poll also found that 60% of Americans struggle to disconnect from work during their time off. 

Yet, the Work in America study confirms that job satisfaction remains high. This is proof that with the right support and strategies, it’s possible to achieve a healthy work-life balance, whether you commute to the office, work from home, or find yourself somewhere in between. 

What is work-life balance?

Having a healthy work-life balance means maintaining a harmonious relationship between your work and personal life. It involves consciously managing your time and energy to meet both professional and personal commitments while prioritizing self-care and well-being. 

In an ideal world, this line of thinking goes: after work, we’re able to spend time on things that nourish us as people. This could involve spending time with friends and family or engaging in a hobby.

Continue Reading: https://www.betterup.com/blog/how-to-have-good-work-life-balance

Summertime often brings a sense of excitement and joy for children, filled with long days, outdoor activities, and the freedom from school routines. However, for parents juggling work and family responsibilities, this season can also pose unique challenges. Finding the right balance between professional duties and quality family time is crucial for the well-being of both parents and children. Here are some tips to help you navigate this balancing act effectively and why it’s important to prioritize it.

Why Balancing Work and Family Time Matters

1. Strengthening Family Bonds:

Spending quality time together helps build strong family relationships. Engaging in summer activities and sharing experiences creates lasting memories and fosters a sense of unity and support within the family.

2. Reducing Stress:

Balancing work and family responsibilities can significantly reduce stress for both parents and children. It allows parents to be fully present in their children’s lives, which can alleviate feelings of guilt and anxiety often associated with work-life imbalance.

3. Enhancing Children’s Development:

Children thrive when they receive attention and engagement from their parents. Spending time together supports their emotional, social, and cognitive development, providing a foundation for their future well-being.

Continue Reading: https://brightpathkids.com/family-blog/summer-work-life-balance#:~:text=Create%20a%20Schedule%3A,what%20to%20anticipate%20each%20day

Could the latest jobs report be a breath of fresh air for job seekers?

U.S. employers posted 7.8 million job openings in May, up from 7.4 million in April, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s the highest since November 2024, when hiring increased following the presidential election.

Gains in job openings were driven by two main sectors: accommodation and food services and finance and insurance, which added 314,000 and 91,000 postings respectively. Seasonal hiring likely boosted hospitality listings, with finance benefitting from a potential easing of federal regulations.

Read More: https://www.forbes.com/sites/mariagraciasantillanalinares/2025/07/01/a-welcome-surprise-for-the-us-job-market/

Many of us dream of escaping the confines of the physical office and instead making the road our office while we travel the world, discover new cultures and meet new people — a concept that’s been around for years, and a lifestyle that’s favored by some 17.3 million Americans.

In this guide, we’ll show you how you can do the same. We’ll explore the pros and cons of a digital nomad lifestyle, the legal and financial considerations you should keep in mind, and practical tips for working remotely while traveling to different parts of the world.

What is a digital nomad?

A digital nomad is a professional (usually — but not always — in tech-based and creative roles) who travels the world while working remotely, as opposed to “traditional” on-site workers who are based in a fixed business location. They may be employed by a company, but they’re more commonly self-employed.

No two digital nomads are the same. Some travel constantly, while others only occasionally (for a few months of the year, for example). Meanwhile, “classic” digital nomads tend to hop from one destination to another, while “slowmads” spend a few weeks or months in each location before moving to the next.

Continue Reading: https://www.careeraddict.com/work-remote-travel-tips

More than 60% percent of American workers experience burnout, according to research by Moodle. Summer is a prime time to reset by taking advantage of vacation days, long weekends, flex days and summer Fridays. But to truly get the most out of this time, it helps to plan ahead so recharging can happen with intent. This is especially important for women and professionals of color, groups that are disproportionately impacted by the effects of burnout due to systemic stressors, including persistent pay disparities and the reduction in lifetime earnings and retirement income due to unpaid caregiving.

“We’re often navigating more than just our job descriptions,” says burnout coach and workplace well-being strategist Ashley Burton-Mims, founder and CEO of Emerald & Rose Consulting in Detroit. In addition to identifying as a Black entrepreneur, Burton-Mims is a working mom who can relate to the overlapping demands that contribute to burnout for women of color, including the emotional tax of microaggressions and feeling pressure to outperform in order to belong. “This constant state of hypervigilance and overfunctioning fast-tracks us to burnout,” she says, speaking from experience. After years of pushing through in her corporate retail position and ignoring red flags that she needed to slow down, Burton-Mims says her body shut down to the point that she couldn’t walk. “If you don’t make time to rest, your body will force you to,” she says.

Read More: https://www.forbes.com/sites/gabriellegayagoygonzalez/2025/06/30/how-to-banish-burnout-with-intention-this-summer/

Your resume is arguably the most important financial document you’ll ever own. And before you think, “Yeah – right” let’s consider for a moment. Without a resume, you don’t get the job, so you can’t pay bills, support a family, go to the big game, have that weekend trip, or plan for retirement. Your resume is the doorway to your future, so let’s make sure it’s perfect.

Part of making it perfect is remembering that it’s a targeted career marketing document – not a chronicle of your life. So, how do you write a resume? In this beginner’s writing guide, we’ll show you how to make a resume and provide examples of what each section should look like.

Grab a cup of coffee and strap in, because you’re about to learn everything you need to know about how to make a new resume!

Continue Reading: https://topresume.com/career-advice/how-to-make-a-resume

When to Send a Cold Email About a Job Opportunity

If you want to connect with a potential client, network in a new city, or even make friends with someone in your industry, sending a cold email can be a great way to get the ball rolling.

Setting up informational interviews or casual coffee meetings with someone you want to learn more from can benefit your personal and professional life. In other cases, you can also use this to discover job openings at a company you love, which may not have been posted yet.

Reaching out to someone that you want to get to know is flattering for them, so don’t let your worries about getting in contact with a stranger deter you from sending a cold email. You just have to make sure that you send the right message to the right person.

Continue Reading: https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/the-cold-email/

It’s a confusing time to be a job seeker right now: While artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly critical part of work, many companies (including AI-focused ones) are emphasizing how much they disapprove of the technology being used in the job search.

“Please do not use AI assistants during the application process,” Anthropic, the organization behind popular AI assistant Claude, tells candidates who apply on its website, as reported by 404 Media last month. “We want to understand your personal interest in Anthropic without mediation through an AI system, and we also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills.”

You may have a very good excuse for wanting or needing to use AI when applying to jobs. Lief Larson, the CEO of Salesfolks, a hiring agency for sales teams, argues that it can often feel like the only solution for tackling a crowded market that requires playing the numbers game.

“You have massive volumes of job postings at the same time that people who are looking for roles are having to apply to more roles than they ever have before,” Larson says. “If I’m putting myself in the shoes of the candidate, I understand why. You can write more content, you can try and have it be more customized and bespoke to an opportunity. And so the temptation is large, and it’s real to utilize that.”

Continue Reading: https://www.themuse.com/advice/ai-in-job-applications