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Tens of thousands of federal employees across the country have been laid off over the last two months. And some surveys suggest private employers have slowed hiring because of concerns over tariffs and the future of the overall economy.

Meanwhile, fewer employees are leaving their current jobs for new ones — a slowdown in turnover that’s been dubbed “the great stay.” 

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the uncertainty in the job market and advice for people who are — or may soon be — looking for work.  

, the state of Minnesota’s official website for career exploration that brings together a network of private, public and nonprofit resources for job seekers.  A listener to the show also recommended 

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If you suddenly found yourself looking for a new job, would you be ready? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the job market, latest economic news and smart strategies for getting hired. 

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