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Jobless opt for entrepreneurship over job hunting

With the economy in a slump, many workers who can't find employment are considering launching their own business.

ECONOMY

Women-led firms coping better with recession

Challenged by the economic downturn, Rachel Sapoznik knew she had to get creative. Sapoznik wanted to continue growing revenue at her employee benefits business, but she wasn't willing to cut staff. Instead, she needed to think strategic.

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College graduates settle for unexpected jobs

Maria Hernandez never thought she would be managing a clothing store. Hernandez felt confident that when she graduated from Florida International University's School of Hospitality and Tourism in May she would land her dream job of working for an event-planning firm.

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Women execs in South Florida form support systems

Women are making their own spaces, creating their own friendly turf for helping each other in business.

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Exercise can help keep money-related stress at bay

I want my wrinkles to melt away. I want my belly as flat as the girl in the Google ads. And I certainly want my arms to look as good as Michelle Obama's. But when forced to choose between exercise, work and family, sit-ups and push-ups fall to the bottom of my list.

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With income drying up, it's moms to the rescue

In an unusual twist, many moms are finding themselves in a new scenario: seeking work-at-home arrangements driven not by flexibility -- think soccer practices and piano recitals -- but as the best option to supplement family income.

What to do if you think your co-worker has swine flu

What do you do if you if that guy in the next cubicle is sneezing and coughing and you just can't help but worry that he might have the swine flu?

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Firms with happy employees more likely to weather economic storm

Firms whose employees are motivated are more likely to weather the economic storm.

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Former 'Apprentice' star blazing new trail as working mom

With the recession affecting job security, now is an ideal time to get some lessons for career success.

LABOR

Working women worse off in Dade

Women in the Miami area are more hard-hit financially than women in the rest of the nation, according to a report released Thursday.

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Furloughs force employees to recharge, reconnect

Here's something you don't hear the boss say often: You're forbidden from checking e-mail, making work calls and peeking at your BlackBerry.

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Couple clears clutter before wedding

His e-mail entry to our Balance Makeover contest arrived as an SOS: ''Help! I write a list every night and stress about it until I fall asleep.''

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Organizer helps family conquer clutter

I want to join the conversation taking place in Pamela Fero's living room. But to make room for myself on the couch I must push aside Christmas lights, bags of beads, kids' school papers and toy trains. I clear a spot just big enough for my rear to hang over the edge of the cushion.