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Delta pilots feed the hand that bites them
Dec 20, 2006
Delta Airlines is expected to get the go-ahead to end its pilot pension plan today. But only yesterday, its pilots rallied in support of their employer. Curt Nickisch explains.
FedEx gets help from the top
Dec 18, 2006
Shoppers are rushing to get those last-minute gifts delivered and thanks to the Internet, a record number of packages will be shipped this week. At FedEx, everyone's pitching in to meet demand. Tanya Ott explains.
What holiday bonus?
Dec 8, 2006
Fewer workers are collecting holiday cash bonuses these days. Some folks will be treated to small token gifts -- so is that better than nothing? Hillary Wicai reports.
A Goldilocks job report
by
Amy Scott
Dec 8, 2006
Not too hot, not too cold. The economy added 132,000 new jobs in November — better than analysts expected but not without some downside risk. Amy Scott reports.
The perfect worker: Tall, thin, and he drinks!
Dec 8, 2006
Cash Peters tests the findings of recent studies on what types of employees companies are looking to hire.
Unemployment increase a statistical fluke?
by
Brian Watt
Dec 8, 2006
The unemployment rate went up a tenth of a percent in November. Host Brian Watt talks to Standard & Poor's chief economist David Wyss who says this year's holiday calendar had an interesting effect on the numbers.
Rooting for higher unemployment
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Amy Scott
Dec 8, 2006
The unemployment rate edged up last month as expected, but some would like to see it go even higher. Amy Scott explains.
For public good, not for profit.
Jobs aboard
by
Brian Watt
Nov 30, 2006
Looking for a career that pays pretty well and keeps you moving? The railroad business is looking for you. Brian Watt has details.
Surfing for talent
by
Lisa Napoli
Nov 27, 2006
Rising stars don't even have to leave home to get Hollywood's attention these days. Some agencies have talent scouts devoted to seeking them out online. Lisa Napoli reports.
At Thanksgiving, plumbers' plates are full
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Sean Cole
Nov 24, 2006
This is the busiest time of the year for plumbers. And it's not all gravy. Sean Cole explains.