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Are You a NEET?
If so, you may be feeling the effects of our current recession for years, or even decades, to come. NEET is a British term for young people of leisure — those "not in employment, education, or training" — and their numbers are growing.
Since this recession has seen more hiring cutbacks than layoffs, those attempting to enter the workplace for the first time (like recent graduates) have been hit the hardest.
Freegans Revisited: Frugal or Too Far?
When Oprah featured a group of freegans on her show a couple years back, it didn't seem like a movement with a ton of staying power. After all, wouldn't the novelty of digging through the trash wear off pretty quickly? But according to an in-depth piece in this week's New York Times Magazine, freeganism has become much more than just Dumpster-diving.
The Unemployment Debate: To Settle or Not to Settle?
Although experts claim the recession is over, a whopping 84 percent of you beg to differ. This morning, a local public radio show in SF tackled the topic, and opinions were pretty divided there, too.
One of the questions raised on the show was whether unemployed Americans should be taking a little extra time to find a job that’s the right fit, or whether they should jump at the first opportunity that comes their way, even if they’re overqualified.
What's Your Take on Our Recovery Status?
According to an optimistic piece in the New York Times, economic recovery is well within our sights, in fact, we may already be there. Still, there are some who aren't so quick to call the recession over and done with. Even President Obama recently referred to the recession in present tense.
Staycation Is the Best New Word of 2009
It was a favorite activity in 2009, and now it's your choice for best new word of the year, too. "Staycation" is hands down your favorite word of the year, with 55 percent of the vote. We love the idea of relaxing at home, and turning our own places into vacation destinations.
Unemployment Is Hitting Americans Where It Hurts
The recession has affected us all in one way or another — if you haven’t experienced salary freezes or cuts, layoffs, or home foreclosures over the past year or so, odds are someone you know has.
But, what about the recession’s less tangible effects? A New York Times/CBS News poll released this week explores the emotional fallout of being unemployed, and the results are sobering.
Merry Recession Christmas Cards: Would You Send Them to Friends?
If I had a quarter for every time I was exposed to the word recession this year, I'd have a pretty little fund built up for holiday gifts. The economy has been the cause of so much stress and heartache, and it's hard to want a reminder of those feelings during a time that's supposed to be joyful.
There's a line of Merry Recession Christmas cards that is banking on the recession having a place in this holiday season.
I'm Asking: Is Your Company Hosting a Holiday Party?
Holiday party mania is in full swing — from ugly sweater parties, swanky galas, cookie swaps to good old fashioned company holiday soirees.
While the economy still has most companies on a tight budget, I suspect more offices will be decking the halls than last year. Are you gearing up for a company-hosted holiday or end of the year fete?
What's the Best New Word of 2009?
Merriam-Webster added two career and economy-inspired words to its lineup with the 2009 update list, while New Oxford Dictionary added three. We are trying to determine the Best of 2009, so I'm wondering, what would you have named the word (or phrase) of the year if you were in charge?
What's the Best New Word of 2009?
Do You Feel Like the Economy Is Getting Better?
Word on the street is that the worst of the recession is over. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke declared as much in mid-September, and the economy actually grew instead of shrinking in the third quarter of this year. So, in theory, things should be on the upswing.
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