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Finish this sentence: If I ever got a real job, I'd...

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1 in 6 of us are either unemployed or underemployed - stuck working as a temp- or part-time. What would full employment mean?

If you’re unemployed, or underemployed, how would having a full time job change your life?

Tell us about it here.

Discussion: 6 Comments

  • Posted by Laurie on October 1, 2009 6:53 AM

    I’d keep my professional network active instead of letting it fade into the background — you never know how long “this one” will last!

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  • Posted by Kelly on October 1, 2009 7:31 AM

    I would definitely continue with the networking group I found, continue to learn new and diverse skills to broaden my scope and be better about managing the money I make.

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  • Posted by Cheryl on October 7, 2009 5:40 AM

    I’d always keep my resume and creative portfolio updated…We would save more money, and my attitude as an employee might be better than it’s ever been- as I’d no longer take for granted that something better is out there.

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  • Posted by Fred on October 19, 2009 4:14 PM

    be better able to make long-range plans involving the expensive purchases, travel plans, etc.

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  • Posted by Denise on November 2, 2009 12:55 PM

    I’d pay off the medical bills from July’s surgery and I’d buy whatever I want from the grocery store.

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  • Posted by Ryan V. on November 3, 2009 10:49 AM

    I’d go skiing without worrying about getting injured, and the bills that would result.

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