New Poll Suggests More Americans Are Upbeat About the Economy
Is the worst of the Recession behind us? Yes, say the majority of Americans, according to a national poll conducted by Marist College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
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Holiday Shoppers Keep Their Plastic in Their Pockets
Retail sales have perked up, but consumers aren't resuming their old habit of using credit cards to splurge on gifts. According to a new poll, more than half of American adults say they're sticking with cash this holiday shopping season.
What Recovery? Most Americans See Worse Times Ahead
In a nationwide survey conducted by Marist College, that 53% of those polled think the U.S. will see more economic hardship ahead. Eight percent were unsure, while 39% felt the worst of the fallout from the 2008 financial crisis had come and gone.
Negative Attitudes Straining Worker Productivity
In today's economy, the mantra seems to be: "Do more with less." But workers are hardly thrilled. And managers say that the negative attitudes, which are resulting in criticism and lack of teamwork, are contributing to reduced productivity.
The Growing Mismatch Between Jobs and Skills
In the U.S., 52% of companies report problems attracting critical-skill employees. And some of the hottest jobs over the next 10 to 15 years require tech skills that most people aren't learning. Here's what some workers and companies are doing about it.
Is Hiring New Workers Really
Too Expensive?
Businesses large and small have complained for years about the cost of doing business. And it's not unusual for them to use the cost of hiring moderate-income workers to illustrate their points. Here's what they fail to mention.
