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Just how much does poor management cost worldwide? $8.8 trillion a year

Next year, one in 10 in managers will be Gen Zers. How can companies prepare a new class of managers for success?
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Introducing "What's That Like?"

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

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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Ukrainian refugees struggle to adapt to a new economic reality

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.

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

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.

The class of 2008 offers advice to the class of 2018

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: Quitting your job with grace

Jan 12, 2018
Alison Green joins Marketplace Weekend to discuss the art of resigning without burning bridges.
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What is your definition of a good job?

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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