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Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Would You Rather Be Furloughed Or Laid Off?

Would You Rather Be Furloughed Or Laid Off?
NPR audio:
Many companies are letting employees go in the recession, but others are instead reducing the number of hours employees can work to decrease labor costs. Fans of furloughs say half a job is better than no job, but critics argue furloughs don't actually cut costs.

 



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