Single moms who chose to quit their jobs have to navigate child care, health insurance and financial concerns largely on their own. But some have also found a sense of relief.
Category: Careers and Professions
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For Single Mothers, Quitting Can Bring Both Relief and Extra Challenges
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My Co-worker’s Baby Photo Gallery Put Me Over the Edge
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:It is a shared office space. But that’s not really an excuse.
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Why Is Assessing Job Satisfaction So Hard?
The New York Times – Business:Amid layoffs and a changing workplace, worker stress is at a record high, even as job engagement surveys become more frequent and high-tech. What are companies missing?
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How to Cope When You’re Shown the Door
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Tips for how to act when your company doesn’t behave in the most humane of manners.
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Asking Readers (Again) About Leaving Their Jobs
The New York Times – Business:A series on quitting was a hit. But as some readers pointed out, it failed to address a few important concerns. Enter the follow-up series.
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How to Ask for a Raise, Without Alienating Your Boss Along the Way
The New York Times – Business:Tips from psychologists, managers and people who have successfully asked what can feel like a very difficult question.
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Yes, Your Job Is Important. But It’s Not All-Important.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Here is how to think about the gulf between what you should do and what you can do.
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A slowing job market poses risks for those who’ve been out of work for a while.
The New York Times – Business:The number of people receiving unemployment benefits has been rising, even as new claims remain low.
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Salesforce to Lay Off 10 Percent of Staff and Cut Office Space
The New York Times – Business:The software company plans to cut around 8,000 jobs as business slows for tech companies. “We hired too many people leading into this economic downturn,” Salesforce’s chief executive said.
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Drinking at Work Events and More Questions Answered by Roxane Gay
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:“Don’t get too drunk at work” is a good rule. Don’t let co-workers convince you to break it.