Up the Ladder Sideways

Meet the Millennial Workforce

“We put in a lot of work that we don’t get paid for and we aren’t seeing any wage increases, either.”

Amy R. works in digital marketing. At 18, where did you envision yourself at this age? What jobs most appealed to you as a young person, and did you study towards this then-goal? Naturally, I assumed I would be much more successful. I studied Cross Cultural Studies with an emphasis in Teaching English to Speakers Read more about “We put in a lot of work that we don’t get paid for and we aren’t seeing any wage increases, either.”[…]

On the Nature of Work: Alexandra Paul and Mitch Islam

by Jacquelyn Thayer In the disciplined realm of Olympic-level competition, an athlete by necessity must take a rather hazy view of the land beyond the horizon. Those whose career is premised on physical conditioning and vigor must make much of time; it is little accident that the Games ring in with a call out to Read more about On the Nature of Work: Alexandra Paul and Mitch Islam[…]

The Myth of the Metro Job Boom

by Jacquelyn Thayer Assessments of the housing market are a valid and popular component of real estate journalism, providing perhaps the most fundamental of insights into a metro region’s cost of living and future prospects. But they fail to present a comprehensive picture for the 65% of young adults–including couples and new families–who remain more Read more about The Myth of the Metro Job Boom[…]

“Millennials have learned from the previous generation – we understand things have changed.”

Montezz Allen is a journalist on the cusp of 30. At 18, where did you envision yourself at this age? What career path most appealed to you as a young adult, and did you study towards this goal? I played basketball my entire life, so honestly, at age 18, I thought I’d be playing ball Read more about “Millennials have learned from the previous generation – we understand things have changed.”[…]

“I had no career advice, despite graduating at the top of my class.”

Melanie H. is a creative professional in her early 30s. At 18, where did you envision yourself at this age? What jobs most appealed to you as a young person, and did you study towards this then-goal? I got engaged to my high school sweetheart at 18, so at the time, I thought I’d have Read more about “I had no career advice, despite graduating at the top of my class.”[…]

Pew Report on Jobs Suggests More Caution Than Optimism

In Pew Research Center’s latest report on American views on the job market, the thrust is largely political, but there’s further insight to be gained here. Age range is included as a variable in only one question — “Percent who say their family income relative to the cost of living is…” — but it’s informative Read more about Pew Report on Jobs Suggests More Caution Than Optimism[…]

News from the Field: November 3, 2017

Get ready to review an event-filled two weeks, from another blow for modern journalists to the legal status of the independent contractor. DNAinfo and Gothamist Are Shut Down After Vote to Unionize | The New York Times Key Quote: After last week’s vote, one DNAinfo reporter, Katie Honan, said, “If this is the future of Read more about News from the Field: November 3, 2017[…]

Regulating Opportunity?

Sunday, NPR’s Planet Money podcast revisited a still-relevant 2012 story about the problems of licensing regulations — or, rather, the problems for the practitioner and benefits for the business proper. Episode 381: When Business Loves Regulation A few years ago, Jestina Clayton started a hair braiding business in her home in Centerville, Utah. The business Read more about Regulating Opportunity?[…]