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What’s That Like?

Introducing "What's That Like?"

by Erika Soderstrom
Oct 4, 2024
"Marketplace Morning Report" is exploring the odd, unusual and downright weird jobs that help prop up our economy.
Are you a wind turbine technician? A dog chiropractor? How about a golf ball diver? If so, we want to hear from you.
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Why birth order could make a difference in your career prospects

by Daniel Ackerman
Jul 29, 2024
Older siblings have an economic leg up on their younger counterparts, according to a growing body of economic research.
Some older siblings have better economic outlooks than their younger counterparts, research shows.
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A Year of War

Ukrainian refugees struggle to adapt to a new economic reality

by Stephen Beard
Feb 14, 2023
Russia’s invasion has displaced millions of people. Some are rebuilding their lives and businesses in other countries.
Ukrainian refugees stand in line to attend a job fair in Brooklyn on Feb. 1.
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They changed careers during the pandemic. Here's what they learned.

by Kristin Schwab
Jun 21, 2022
Even when you're passionate about work, making it your whole identity can be toxic, experts say.
The pandemic forced millions to reevaluate what they wanted out of life — and out of a career.
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Only half of Gen Zers see themselves having a long career with one employer

by Mitchell Hartman
May 27, 2019
This age group is commonly known as “Gen Z” — born roughly between 1995 and 2005. The oldest are now in their mid-20s.
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Divided Decade

The class of 2008 offers advice to the class of 2018

by Scott Tong and Hayley Hershman
May 22, 2018
Graduates from the Great Recession at the University of Arkansas returned to give advice to this year's graduates.
Graduates from 2008 and 2018 met at the University of Central Arkansas for a roundtable discussion.
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Ask A Manager

Ask a Manager: Quitting your job with grace

by Eliza Mills
Jan 12, 2018
Alison Green joins Marketplace Weekend to discuss the art of resigning without burning bridges.
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The Price of Profits

What is your definition of a good job?

by Hayley Hershman
Jun 17, 2016
We have some answers from Nashville.
How do you define a good job? "Someplace that allows you room for growth," was one answer.
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