By Geoff Williams

The 401(k) is quietly celebrating its creation 30 years ago, exciting almost no one except perhaps its earliest contributors, who, despite the recent downturn, are the beneficiaries of patience.

How Starbucks Saved My Life

From Prime Time Radio

Michael Gates Gill explains how losing his six-figure income and landing a job at Starbucks made him humble and appreciative.

Protecting Workers Age 40+

From Inside E Street

Workers age 40+ are finding that retirement might not happen as soon as they'd hoped. What's more, it might be harder to keep the job they have--or find one they want.

Older Americans Go Back to Work—If They Can Find a Job

By Carole Fleck

Lingering market turmoil has wiped out nearly $3 trillion from Americans' retirement accounts over the last 14 months, causing many older people to remain in the workforce—or return to work after retirement.

Work-at-Home Hoaxes

By Sid Kirchheimer

With a tough economy and almost daily forecasts of additional layoffs, more Americans are looking for new ways to bring home the bacon—often, by working from home. But it’s scammers who usually get fat off their work-seeking victims.

Pension Deficit Disorder

From Inside E Street

U.S. pensions may be underfunded, leaving many Americans scrambling to find new ways to save for retirement.

Congress Expands Disabilities Protections

By Elaine S. Povich

The president recently signed into law a bill to expand the Americans with Disabilities Act to include those who use medications or prosthetic devices to manage their disabilities.

Find the Work You Love

By Samuel Greengard

Switching careers midlife can be scary, especially in tough economic times. If you are armed with a well-conceived plan of action, you can end up with the job of your dreams.