Safety innovation: Inventor paves path to future
Japanese engineer Seiichi Miyake came to fame after Google honored him in one of their doodles in March 2018. But Miyake, who died in 1982, has been…
Month: August 2019
Low-carb diet affects hydration
Carbohydrates (especially whole grains) store water and if you eliminate carbs and grains, you may need more water, especially if you work in the heat….
Anti-vibration gloves useful
Anti-vibration gloves don’t make work completely safe, but they can help. Numerous studies say workers should not get a false sense of security just…
Forget the song: There aren’t any good vibrations
Using hammering or punching machinery is not usually easy, but workers also have to guard against long-term health issues. Jackhammers, drills, grinders,…
Hidden fees: When that great deal isn’t that great
Hey! Adding a new phone only costs $40 per month. And surprise, that wasn’t the whole story because the phone itself costs $500. Hidden fees. Unexplained…
Economy by the numbers: Signs point up
Wages are up, unemployment is low and retail sales are growing. These are the headlines this year from the economy, which promises more good things to…
Changing jobs? What to do with that 401(k)
There aren’t many things you can do with your 401(k) when you change jobs, but some choices are better than others. – Worst choice: Cash out. If you went…
Gen Z cautious about money
Millennials famously made news because their generation borrowed big to finance college, while up to 48 percent had no idea how much they owed, according…
Saving $5 bills
Blogger Marie Campagna Franklin has a simple message. Every time you get a $5 bill, put it away. Just that. Franklin started saving $5 bills in 2005. In…
Jobs that don’t require a degree
If you don’t want to spend $40,000 a year for a 4-year degree, look at jobs that pay well and don’t require the paper. Among them, according to Forbes:…