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The Network Effect
New Empower research explores the power of networking to influence your career and money. How do relationships open doors to money making? One in three (31%) Americans say they owe the job they have now – and the salary they make (29%) – to their personal network. For...
Cybersecurity and retirement readiness
You already know that saving and investing are important parts of building retirement readiness. But have you ever considered how protecting your retirement account can be just as important? Scroll through the news, and sooner or later you’ll come across a story on...
The magic number: Americans say they need $1.06 million to retire
Americans put the “magic number” for retirement at over $1M – saying they’ll need a target of $1,058,547, on average. Over four in 10 Americans (42%) prefer that employers automatically enroll workers into a retirement savings plan like a 401(k). 43% of Millennials...
Working when sleep deprived
The CDC recommends between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night for adults, but many are falling short of this. And once sleeplessness becomes a pattern, you may not even realize your performance of daily tasks becomes impaired. This is what happens to your brain when...
Bedtime snacks to help you sleep
In a perfect world, a filling, nutrient-rich dinner would keep you satisfied throughout the night. But sometimes, it’s not enough and you feel a little peckish before bed. That’s ok! It’s important to listen to those hunger cues to make sure you’re not going to bed...
World Sleep Day
Do you have trouble falling asleep, or do you wake up feeling groggy and unrested? An estimated three out of four American adults have trouble sleeping. To celebrate World Sleep Day, take a moment to explore some simple solutions to help you wake up feeling refreshed....
Why sleep is essential to a healthy lifestyle
The holidays are fast approaching and with endless gatherings, to-do lists, and the countdown to the end of the year – sleep is often sacrificed. For the sake of your physical and mental wellness, keeping your sleep in check over the next few months will be essential....
Eat less sodium for a healthier diet
Have you considered following a diet lower in sodium? Discover good reasons to consume less salt and learn how you can reduce your sodium intake. How many times have you heard the health warning to eat less salt? There are many good reasons to consume less salt in...
Tips to help you eat fewer added sugars
Sugar is commonly added to foods to improve taste, influence texture, and balance flavors. While it is delicious, sugar doesn’t provide significant nutrition, other than the fact that it is a carbohydrate. As a carb it is a macronutrient, and it supplies...
Healthier ways to flavor your meals
Salt, butter and sugar are three ingredients that are commonly used to make foods taste good. However, too much of these ingredients can have a negative impact on your health. You can make your food taste good without salt, butter and sugar! Try these healthier ways...