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Why the Fed wants you to quit your job
Sabri Ben-Achour May 2, 2013
The rate at which Americans are quitting their jobs is rising. That can be a good sign for the economic and labor market outlook.
The worst jobs in history
Chau Tu May 2, 2013
From leech gatherer to factory worker, breaking down some of history's worst jobs.
It's crowded at the top: Freakonomics Radio
Stephen Dubner May 1, 2013
The hidden side the unemployment numbers? Folks with advanced degrees are climbing down the ladder.
Stuck in a labor trap: More from ProPublica
Michael Grabell, ProPublica Apr 30, 2013
ProPublica and Marketplace team up for a special investigation into an underworld of labor brokers, known as "raiteros," who charge worker fees, pushing their pay below minimum wage.
Citizenship can make a difference in your paycheck
Peter O'Dowd Apr 17, 2013
A new study links citizenship for undocumented workers to better pay and working conditions. But other experts say newly legalized low-wage workers still run the risk of poor treatment on the job.
What Eli Lilly's job cuts mean for the future of sales jobs
Peter O'Dowd Apr 12, 2013
Eli Lilly is reducing its U.S. sales force, reportedly by 30 percent. How have digital and other advertising practices changed the nature of sales?
Young, with a juvenile record, and looking for work
Ashley Williams Apr 11, 2013
More cities and states consider laws that would "ban the box" that job applicants check if they've been convicted of a crime.
Rhode Island Republicans want gun makers to set up shop
Noel King Apr 9, 2013
State Minority Leader Brian Newberry says gun manufacturing would bring well-paid jobs to Rhode Island's struggling economy.
Technology takes a toll on toll collectors
Tom Wiley Apr 8, 2013
In this latest installment of our series on disappearing jobs: the miracle of electronic toll collection comes at a human cost.
Oh no she didn't! Advice on 'Working with Bitches'
Barbara Bogaev Apr 5, 2013
Dismissive remarks. Cattiness. Talking behind people's backs. That kind of behavior doesn't end in junior high -- it can make your life at work miserable, too. We've got advice on how to deal with a bitch at work. Plus, learn about the eight different types.
