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Malaysian Reserve
17-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
44% of Working Americans See Active Personal Social Media Presence as Career Risk
48% of Employed Boomers Say It Hurts Careers —But 51% of Employed Gen Z Believe It Helps ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 44% of working U.S. adults believe an active social media presence is more likely to hurt someone's career than help, while 37% say it's more likely to be an advantage, according to a new Workforce Monitor® survey from the American Staffing Association conducted by The Harris Poll. The news comes at a time when seven out of 10 employers admit to using social media sites to research job seekers, with 57% of those saying they've found materials that caused them to move away from a candidate. Not surprisingly, attitudes regarding the benefits and dangers of social media on career prospects found sharp generational contrasts: 48% of employed Baby Boomers (ages 61–79) believe an active social media presence can hurt someone's career, but 51% of Gen Z (18–28) say it can help 56% of employed Gen Zers believe their social media presence has helped their own personal careers, compared with 44% of Millennials (29–44), 28% of Gen X (45–60), and just 20% of Baby Boomers 'An active social media presence has the ability to make or break years of hard work in the blink of an eye,' said Richard Wahlquist, chief executive officer at ASA. 'While younger generations may see social media as a platform for personal expression as well as a tool to advance their careers, it's important to keep in mind that any post you make will likely be seen by potential employers.' Survey Method:This survey was conducted online within the U.S. by The Harris Poll on behalf of American Staffing Association April 21–23, 2025, among 2,093 adults ages 18 and older, of whom 1,272 were employed. The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data is accurate to within +/– 2.5 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact Megan Sweeney at msweeney@ About the American Staffing AssociationThe American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices. For more information about ASA, visit
The Sun
17-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
I transformed a rundown 3-bed caravan in two weeks – people ask why we'd give up a house but we'll save so much cash
A MUM has revealed how and why she's moving her family from a three-bed house to a caravan. Megan Sweeney, from the UK, took to social media, documenting how she transformed the old caravan into her home. 2 2 The mum-of-two said she had just two weeks to get the caravan in order before they moved in and people were stunned by the transformation. The giant static caravan had three bedrooms, a living room, kitchen and bathroom - making it pretty spacious. The living room had large glass doors to let in lots of natural light. The interiors of the caravan looked like they hadn't been touched in decades, so the pair got to work making it feel like home. In the clip, Megan said: "We have had two weeks in total to transform this caravan into a family home. And we have quite literally pulled it out the bag and I do not know how." She revealed that the couple spent hours repainting every single wall, ripping out carpet for vinyl flooring and spraying all of the wood furnishings down. The pair also got busy transforming the kitchen, painting the cupboards, switching out door handles and replacing the worktops. They also bought new furniture to make the space feel more homely including a massive corner sofa from DFS. Megan said the bedrooms weren't totally finished yet but she was thrilled with how far they had come. The final task was to add fencing outside of the caravan so that the dogs could roam free. I bought a dated caravan & turned it into my family's very own second home for £4.5k - now we holiday for just £10 a day Finishing the video, the mum said: "I am just so ready to bring my babies and my dogs here now. "I'm so excited to be able to call this gorgeous little place our home for the next nine months." Megan revealed that she had sold their previous house to buy their own land. Now, she and her family were planning to build their own house from scratch and were living in the caravan while planning took place. This meant they could save money on rent and mortgage costs. The clip quickly went viral on her TikTok account @ megannsweeneyy with over 154k views and 26k likes. People were quick to praise the mum for the transformation. One person wrote: "I mean it looks nice, but why give up a house for a caravan..." How much does it cost to live in a caravan? LIVING in a caravan can be an economical and flexible lifestyle choice in the UK. Here's a breakdown of potential costs: Initial Costs Caravan Purchase: £8,000 - £40,000 (depending on size, age, and condition) Caravan Insurance: £200 - £800 per year Ongoing Monthly Costs Pitch Fees: £150 - £600 (varies by location and facilities) Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water): £40 - £120 Maintenance and Repairs: £20 - £80 Internet and TV: £20 - £50 Gas for Heating/Cooking: £15 - £40 Other Potential Costs Waste Disposal Fees: £8 - £25 Transport Costs (if moving locations): Variable, depending on distance Optional Add-ons (Awning, Solar Panels, etc.): £400 - £1,600 (one-time) Sample Monthly Budget Pitch Fees: £400 Utilities: £80 Maintenance and Repairs: £40 Internet and TV: £40 Gas for Heating/Cooking: £25 Total: £585 Annual Estimated Cost Total Monthly Costs: £585 x 12 = £7,020 Insurance: £500 Maintenance and Repairs: £480 Total Annual Cost: £8,000 Tips to Save Off-Peak Pitch Fees: Look for lower rates during off-peak seasons. DIY Maintenance: Handle minor repairs yourself. Energy Efficiency: Invest in solar panels to reduce utility costs. While initial setup costs can be significant, ongoing expenses for living in a caravan can be relatively low, making it a viable option for those seeking an affordable and mobile lifestyle in the UK. "Why not? Saves a fortune, less cleaning, plenty of space with a nice garden," replied one viewer. Another commented: "Oh my gosh I love this!! Looks STUNNING!!! Making me want to do it!! The amount we all spend on rent is unreal!!" "Is there anything you can't do?! Looks incredible," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "Okay, fine, I'll sell my house and move into a caravan again."
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One in Three Americans Recommend Trade School Over College for High School Grads
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A greater percentage of U.S. adults would recommend that graduating high school seniors attend a trade school than would recommend college, according to a new Workforce Monitor® survey from the American Staffing Association conducted by The Harris Poll. As the largest number of high school seniors in U.S. history prepares to graduate, 33% of U.S. adults would advise graduating high school seniors to attend a vocational or trade school 28% would encourage students to attend a four-year college or university 13% would advise them to enter the workforce 11% would tell students to enter an apprenticeship The push for vocational and trade school career paths was highest among Baby Boomers (ages 61–79) at 41%, Gen X (ages 45–60) at 37%, and Millennials (ages 29–44) at 31%, compared to only 22% of Gen Z (ages 18–28). Gen Z was the only generation to recommend a four-year degree (36%) over attending a trade or vocational school (22%). "The time has come to radically rethink how we're preparing America's future workforce," said Richard Wahlquist, chief executive officer at ASA. "Americans are clearly concerned that colleges and universities are failing to equip students with the workplace-relevant skills that employers need." "These results underscore the importance of educators, policy makers, and parents coming together now to develop, fund, and support programs designed to prepare young people for the jobs of today and the future world of work." About the American Staffing AssociationThe American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices. For more information about ASA, visit Survey MethodThis survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American Staffing Association from April 21–23, 2025, among 2,093 adults ages 18 and older. The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data is accurate to within +/- 2.5 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, contact Megan Sweeney at msweeney@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Staffing Association Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
