Madeleine O'Neill

2 weeks ago | thebaltimorebanner.com | Madeleine O'Neill

Facing mass layoffs and a saturated job market, many Maryland federal workers are looking for help right now, whether it’s with dusting off job interview skills or saving money for difficult times. Fortunately, there are events and resources available across the state, including many targeted directly at displaced federal employees. We’ve put a list together to help you keep track of what’s out there. Here’s a calendar of upcoming webinars, job fairs and more for the month of June.

3 weeks ago | thebaltimorebanner.com | Madeleine O'Neill

If you’re a federal worker who is nearing retirement, the Trump administration’s efforts to slash the size of the government might have you considering retiring sooner than expected. Tens of thousands of federal employees, , have lost their jobs or have chosen to resign rather than face the current uncertainty of civil service. But are you ready to retire? Here are some tips for answering that question from financial experts, including some who specialize in federal retirement benefits.

3 weeks ago | cfp.net | Madeleine O'Neill

The Baltimore Banner Amid government downsizing efforts under the president's administration, many federal workers are retiring early or leaving due to job uncertainty. Financial experts offer guidance, including a CFP Board webinar focused on federal retirement benefits. The Baltimore BannerMadeleine O'NeillMay 25, 2025

1 month ago | thebaltimorebanner.com | Madeleine O'Neill

It’s a boom time for employment scammers amid steep cuts to the federal workforce that already threaten to impact Maryland. Job scams, which often use fake job postings and other strategies to extract personal information and money from unsuspecting victims, are among the most common and financially damaging schemes, according to the Better Business Bureau, which has collected reports of nearly $5 million in losses to these scams over the past five years.

1 month ago | thebaltimorebanner.com | Madeleine O'Neill

Maybe you’ve spent your career working at the National Institutes of Health. Maybe you work for a federal contractor whose funding is at risk. The Trump administration’s sweeping cuts tothe federal government might have you considering a career change. That can be a scary prospect, especially for someone who is mid-career. The good news is that there are resources to help Marylanders evaluate their options and navigate that shift if they decide to try a new career path.