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1 week ago | money.usnews.com | Jamela Adam |Katy Marquardt |Susannah Snider

These blue-collar jobs offer lucrative salaries. Blue-collar jobs are professions often rooted in manual labor, technical tasks and skilled trades, but that doesn’t mean they come with low pay. Many of these hands-on roles – such as those in construction, electrical work and industrial maintenance – offer six-figure salaries, strong job security and opportunities for advancement.

2 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Maryalene Laponsie |Katy Marquardt |Susannah Snider

Key Takeaways After being forced to leave a position, many people discover more fulfilling paths or launch successful businesses. Advocating for yourself or others in the workplace can have consequences, but can also lead to growth and greater career alignment. Those who actively network often bounce back from a career setback faster and with better opportunities. While no one wants to be on the receiving end of a pink slip, it’s a reality many workers face each year.

2 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Jamela Adam |Katy Marquardt |Susannah Snider

1/11These pink-collar jobs pay at least six figures. Pink-collar jobs refer to service-oriented occupations traditionally dominated by women, including roles in nursing, administrative support and education. Despite being indispensable to society, these positions are often undervalued and tend to offer lower pay compared to blue- and white-collar jobs. However, there are still many pink-collar paths that offer well-paying and meaningful careers.

2 weeks ago | usnews.com | Susannah Snider |Katy Marquardt |Dawn Bradbury

Quality of pay is one of the most important factors employees evaluate when considering working for a company. Getty ImagesIn fact, 23% of workers say pay is the most important part of a job, according to a survey of more than 7,000 respondents that ran on the U.S. News Careers website from January 2024 to January 2025.

3 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Jamela Adam |Katy Marquardt |Susannah Snider

Key Takeaways Employers can’t ask about your specific immigration status during interviews, but they can ask if you’re authorized to work. Immigrants working in the country without legal permission may still qualify for labor protections like minimum wage and workplace safety despite legal work restrictions. If you're discriminated against, you can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.