On The Job

On The Job

Grim job market for the newest workers

The average salary for college grads fell to $47,673, but one major did even worse.  

'If you have a job, you're lucky' 

Also: 

• Great companies for grads
• Emerging social-media jobs
• Best-paid graduates

How to keep workers from fleeing

Companies are bracing for the expected flood of employees itching for new jobs.  

Pay is not always biggest factor 

Also: 

• More quitting than laid off
• Recover earning power
• Job search mistakes

Hottest careers of the next decade

One field known for high starting salaries is expected to see the fastest growth, too.  

Less competition, more openings 

Also: 

• Many jobs still hard to fill
• Facebook career mistakes
• Unemployment by state