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See Ashton Kutcher as Young Steve Jobs

Shannon Vestal — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:27:34 PDT

We were pretty surprised when it was announced that Ashton Kutcher would play Steve Jobs in a biopic about the Apple founder, but seeing is believing. We have the first few images of Kutcher on the way to the set of Jobs, wearing the signature look of the deceased tech giant: black mock turtleneck, jeans, and New Balance sneakers. Check out the pictures and let us know if Kutcher's makeover has you convinced he can pull off the role.

Do You Have One of the Best Jobs in 2012?

Emily Co — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:05:47 PDT

It seems like everyone has strong emotions about their job, whether it be love or hate. Let's see how your career compares with results from a CareerCast list that used data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and other government agencies to compile the best and worst jobs in 2012. They factored in things like physical demands, work environment, income, stress, and hiring outlook to come up with the rankings. Here are the top 10 best jobs:

Software Engineer
Actuary
Human Resources Manager
Dental Hygienist
Financial Planner
Audiologist
Occupational Therapist
Online Advertising Manager
Computer Systems Analyst
Mathematician

For the worst jobs, read on.

Video: 4 Reasons Why Ashton Kutcher Is the Perfect Pick to Play Steve Jobs

Karli Bulnes — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:39:06 PDT

Ashton Kutcher has signed on to play Steve Jobs in the independent biopic, Jobs. Hear four reasons why he's the perfect pick for the role in today's PopSugar Rush.

Ashton Kutcher to Play Steve Jobs

Becky Kirsch — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:37:51 PDT

There's been talk of a Steve Jobs biopic pretty much since the death of the Apple cofounder, and now we've got a face to put to the film. Ashton Kutcher will play Steve Jobs in the biopic Jobs, which will follow his life from young adulthood onward. Despite Kutcher's devotion to Silicon Valley, it's hard for me to picture him putting all of his goofiness aside and taking on a role this heavy. How do you feel about this bit of casting?

Shocking Truths About the Underemployment of College Graduates

OnSugar Blog — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:15:10 PST

OnSugar blogger Beauty and the Budget shares the shocking unemployment statistics of college graduates.

As a teenager, it seemed as though the next few steps in my life were going to be easy. You go to college and you get a job. That's what all of the older kids did. What I didn't know was that I would graduate college one year after the recession began and that my dream job would be even harder to grasp, much less finding a job with a good salary and benefits.

Since graduation, I have not been able to find a job that pays more than $10.50 an hour. Even though I have liked my jobs, that doesn't mean I am not financially stressed. I have around $40K in student loan debt - and that's even after receiving a $10K scholarship. Sometimes I feel like I could have skipped college altogether considering I have worked jobs that don't even require a college degree. On the optimistic side of things, I still feel like getting a college degree is a good idea. I just wish I'd have known then what I'd be getting myself into and that I wouldn't just magically graduate with a good job.

Read on for more.

Do You Have One of America's Most Stressful Jobs?

Emily Co — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:27:18 PST

There's always going to be a certain level of stress at a job and there are plenty of reasons why people consider their jobs stressful: low pay, instability, office politics, and not being challenged. Even if your job has these certain stress factors, do you think it qualifies as one of America's most stressful jobs? Here's a roundup of CNBC's top 10 most stressful jobs in America:

Enlisted Military Solider: Makes about $35,580 a year.
Firefighter: Makes about $45,250 a year.
Airline Pilot: Makes about $103,210 a year.
Military General: Makes about $196,300 a year.
Police Officer: Makes about $53,540 a year.
Event Coordinator: Makes about $45,260 a year.
Public Relations Executive: Makes about $91,810 a year.
Senior Corporate Executive: Makes about $165,830 a year.
Photojournalist: Makes about $40,000 a year.
Taxi Driver: Makes about $22,440 a year.

You might scratch your head at some of the occupations listed, because being an event coordinator or senior corporate executive sounds like the type of job people would dream to have. However, the grass is always greener on the other side, and there are plenty of downsides. For example, event coordinators have to deal with the pressures of bridezillas and other perfectionists, and corporate executives are responsible for the conduct and activities of a big group of people. Do you have a stressful job?

10 Awesome Jobs For People Who Want to Work From Home

Emily Co — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:00:00 PST

Many people dream of working from home because of perks like not having to commute and being able to work in your pajamas. The good news is we're seeing more and more jobs that give people the privilege of working from home. Although there are stereotypical contract admin or call-center jobs that let you work from home, there are plenty of other at-home jobs that are way more fun. Read on to find out what they are.

10 of Today's Hottest Jobs

Kiplinger — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:15:12 PDT

We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy!

Believe it or not, even with the unemployment rate stubbornly high and many industries reluctant to staff up, there are employers out there who still can’t find enough qualified applicants. Some are offering six-figure salaries to the right job seekers. The trick, of course, is unearthing these hidden opportunities.

We started by asking CareerBuilder to mine its vast employment database to identify promising occupations that are experiencing an under-supply of qualified applicants relative to the number of available jobs. The resulting ratio is a good indicator of hiring demand - the lower the ratio, the greater the need for applicants. A ratio of 10.0, for example, means there are ten job seekers for every open position. A ratio of 0.5 means there are two open positions for every job seeker.

We also took a hard look at pay and growth prospects, based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Annual salary ranges reflect the rates in the 25th and 75th percentiles. Ten-year growth projections are based on BLS's expected change in the number of positions between 2008 and 2018. Finally, we filtered our choices to represent a range of industries and educational requirements. Check out our list of ten of today’s hottest jobs.

1. Nurse Practitioner

Hiring demand: 0.25 active job seekers for every open position

Annual salary range: $52,980-$79,020

10-year growth projection: 22%

Job description: A picture of health. The first baby-boomers are reaching retirement age at a time when there’s a shortage of primary-care physicians. Nurses are needed to close the gap. They perform many duties, from medical histories to disease management, previously handled by doctors. While hospitals are the largest employers of nurses, the fastest growth - and best pay - can be found in physicians’ offices. At minimum, you’ll need to complete a formal training program. Some nursing positions call for an associate’s, bachelor’s or even master’s degree.

Read on for more hot jobs.

Beat the Summer Slump With These 6 Tips

SavvySugar — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:00:09 PDT

The sweltering Summer heat can make it difficult to concentrate on work. If you're itching to get out of your cubicle to lounge by the poolside, we've got these suggestions for you to stay productive at work while making the most of Summer.

Decorate your desk: Personalize your desk with a Summer theme. Keep a potted plant or fresh flowers at your desk. Frame a few of your favorite Summer memories to perk up your mood.
Listen to a Summer-themed playlist: Create your own upbeat playlist, or check out Pandora Summer playlists. I'm loving Pandora's "Summer Hits From the 90s" that includes hits from Tag Team, Blues Traveler, and Vertical Horizon. There's nothing like nostalgic tunes from the Summers of your youth to bring back happy memories.

Read on for more tips on beating the Summer slump.

Photojournalists Are Stressed Out: Here's Why

Kristy Korcz — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 03:20:42 PDT

Have a career you love? Well if you're a photojournalist, you could love your job, but you could also be stressed out. According to a new report, photojournalism is the fourth most stressful job of 2011, alongside commercial airline pilots, real estate agents, and stockbrokers. You may not think that snapping pics of everyday life could be that hard on your heart, but it is. Here are a few reasons why:

It's dangerous - Professional photojournalists are sent to the front lines of wars, disputes, and tragedy-stricken areas, putting themselves in danger so the rest of us can see the events taking place around the world.
It's on-call - If a breaking news story hits, most photojournalists have little time to prepare, pack, and leave home. Imagine the last time you narrowly missed a flight, then amp it up to 11.

Learn about some other stress factors photojournalists face when you read more.