Why a semi-retired baby boomer chose a passion project over a life of leisure: 'There's just an adrenaline rush'

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Michael McCaman (right) and Trey Fischer, two of four cofounders of Orion Therapeutics.

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Americans who locked in a job, home, and stocks are thriving. Everyone else missed out on their ticket to wealth.

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Madelyn Driver (left), Tiffany Bell (center), and Roland Hesmondhalgh (right) have encountered various challenges on their journeys to wealth creation.

Madelyn Driver, Tiffany Bell, Roland Hesmondhalgh

I'm a recent grad who gave up a six-figure job at JPMorgan without another offer. It all came down to career satisfaction.

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Nick Rutherford gave up a six-figure role at JPMorgan after college.

Nick Rutherford

Résumé gaps don't have to kill your job search — here's what to say about them

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Having a gap in your résumé doesn't have to derail your job search.

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A woman gave 2 weeks' notice but was fired on the spot. Employment lawyers say it's not ethical, but it is legal.

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Employers can fire staff for any reason in most US states.

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A Gen Xer shares why going back to college after dropping out was the best decision he ever made

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David Houde
David Houde said going back to college after dropping out was the "best thing" he ever did.

David Houde

There's a double-edged sword high performers face at work, and it's costing employers their talent

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Good feedback is vital for retaining top performers, though they are the ones who aren't getting it (stock image).

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Meet the new moms using up to $700 in monthly basic income to afford childcare. It could be the answer to helping parents stay employed.

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Some parents say guaranteed basic income helped them afford childcare, allowing them to secure jobs and promotions at work.

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How Gen Zers can beat negative stereotypes in a tough job market

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Gen Zers feel they are being discriminated against while they search for jobs.

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My helicopter parents forged job applications for me as a teen. I almost made the same mistake with my own child.

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A young employee cleans the espresso machine in her cafe.

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