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Study finds Gen Z more likely to share salary information

Study finds Gen Z more likely to share salary information

A report from LinkedIn indicates that young people are more willing to discuss salary information with peers than older generations. We’ve all been subject to a money conversation at least once in our lifetimes. Whether it’s a discussion on bonuses or a heated debate over minimum wage, everyone is affected by cash and economics one way or another. Our salaries are a deeply personal societal taboo, historically treated with secrecy and...

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Passionfruit aims to transform freelancing for Gen Z

Passionfruit aims to transform freelancing for Gen Z

While there’s no shortage of freelancer apps out there, Passionfruit is aiming to transform the practice for Gen Z workers and professional employers. Peer mentorship programs are planned, and the platform will even help users manage their finances. Freelancers rejoice, you may soon have a one-stop shop to grow and manage your independent empire. A London based start-up called Passionfruit is taking the concept of professional services websites like Fiverr and...

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Understanding the highs and lows of au pair life

Understanding the highs and lows of au pair life

After 18 years of education, many young people want to travel the world. Becoming an au pair is the best way to see the wonders of Earth while maintaining a living — but is it the solution it’s made itself out to be? Feeling the pressure from the American education system, 19-year-old Edwina Koch set off to become an au pair for a family in Paris. ‘Moving to France seemed...

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What should Gen Z know about managing money?

What should Gen Z know about managing money?

While it’s no secret that young people can find out pretty much anything via the internet and social media, it’s still worth knowing the basics when it comes to managing money. Here’s the essentials to get you started. As a larger proportion of Gen Z enters the workforce, more of us are having to fully wrap our heads around managing money and understanding budgets. We’ve also taxes to think about, self-assessments,...

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