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The Changing Meaning of 'Work' -- And the Idea of 'Boss Man' Aug. 21, 2024
"Big Boss Man," an old song by blues legend Jimmy Reed, still packs a potent political punch for tod... Read More
Reference This Aug. 15, 2024
When are they going to pop the question? I'm not talking trivialities, like when your sweetie asks,... Read More
No Death Benefit for Widow of Husband Who Was Having an Affair Aug. 14, 2024
Q: My husband of 49 years died a few months ago. I filed for widow's benefits and started receiving ... Read More
Passport Pitfalls Aug. 11, 2024
Dear Annie: My wife and I had planned to visit Europe this summer with our daughter and two grandchi... Read More
When Your PIP Becomes a RIP Aug. 08, 2024
You didn't do anything wrong. Not much, anyway. And what you did screw up really wasn't your fault.... Read More
Should a Housewife Get Paid for Social Security Purposes? Aug. 07, 2024
People frequently write to me with an idea to change Social Security law in some way that they think... Read More
Is Your Boss a Lunchable? Aug. 01, 2024
What could be more risky than having lunch with your boss? It could certainly go well, giving you t... Read More
Social Security Is Complicated Because Life Is Complicated Jul. 31, 2024
People are always telling me that Social Security rules are so complicated. Actually, most of the ba... Read More
Learning To Set Boundaries in the Quest for Work-Life Balance Jul. 26, 2024
If I don't schedule downtime as a way to set boundaries and focus on the things that matter to me, t... Read More
Rebrand Yourself. It's Later Than You Think. Jul. 25, 2024
It's not enough! These days, you need more than a great resume, awesome reccos, a winning personalit... Read More
Social Security Rules Rarely Change Jul. 24, 2024
I feel guilty when I repeat information in a column. But sometimes a message I delivered in an old c... Read More
Are You Young Enough To Retire? Jul. 18, 2024
You've been waiting forever. Is today the day you finally do it? Let's check the calendar. Do you h... Read More
Singing the Chick-fil-A Child Labor Blues Jul. 17, 2024
"Summertime, and the living is easy, fish are jumping, and ..." Wait a minute, what the hell is this... Read More
Senior Citizens Who Become Disabled Jul. 17, 2024
Disability benefits for senior citizens: It's a topic I've written about before. But because older f... Read More
Worrying About Worrying at Work? Jul. 11, 2024
Do you worry about work? I can't imagine why. You have the perfect job. You have a boss who respects... Read More
Don't Take Financial Advice From a Guy in a Kayak Jul. 10, 2024
I've discussed this issue before in this column. I am a Social Security expert. I know all about the... Read More
Confess Feelings or Stay Silent About My Work Crush? Jul. 05, 2024
Dear Annie: I have been employed at this local government agency for years and have had the pleasure... Read More
Vacation Is Over. Your Problems Are Just Beginning. Jul. 04, 2024
Vacations are important, especially for someone who works as hard as you do — or, should I say... Read More
Will Extra Earnings Increase a Social Security Check? Maybe. Jul. 03, 2024
When I talk to various groups and organizations about Social Security, my PowerPoint presentation in... Read More
Managing a Toxic Team Member's Impact Jun. 29, 2024
Dear Annie: I'm writing to seek your guidance regarding a challenging situation with a member of my ... Read More
