On The Job

On The Job

Older jobless workers join the 'new poor'

Patricia Reid hasn't received a single offer since losing her $80,000-a-year job four years ago.

'Bag lady' nightmares 

Also: 

• Retirement is changing
• Retirement risks
• One big layoff buffer

Best small cities for career advancement

The No. 1 spot is far from the coasts, but boasts low business costs and strong employment prospects.  

Top 10 

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• Jobless rate by city
• Fast-growing professions
• Degrees that lead to jobs