Alison Doyle
@alisondoyle.bsky.social
Writer, editor, job search, careers, work, and dogs.
✅ The Job Hopper:
https://thejobhopper.substack.com/
✅ LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisondoyle/
✅ The Job Hopper:
https://thejobhopper.substack.com/
✅ LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisondoyle/
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80% of women who stay home do so to take care of the household vs 23% of stay-at-home men. 34% of stay-at-home men are due to illness/disability, 13% are retired, 13% can't find work, 8% go to school. 3 decades ago, 4% of stay-at-home men took care of kids. fortune.com/2025/11/13/m...
Stay-at-home dads are on the rise, but they're not necessarily doing it to look after their kids | Fortune
Nearly one in five stay-at-home parents are now fathers, data shows.
fortune.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:55 AM
80% of women who stay home do so to take care of the household vs 23% of stay-at-home men. 34% of stay-at-home men are due to illness/disability, 13% are retired, 13% can't find work, 8% go to school. 3 decades ago, 4% of stay-at-home men took care of kids. fortune.com/2025/11/13/m...
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“The government shutdown is piling on top of all tariffs and everything else. And the question is, at some point, do these things break? At some point, does the very slow, gradual slide …turn out to be a precipitous fall?” - me, to @samfields.bsky.social
Labor market continues to slow, private data shows
ADP’s monthly report shows private firms added jobs in October, for the first time since July. Meanwhile, Indeed data shows job openings slumped at the end of October.
www.marketplace.org
November 12, 2025 at 1:16 AM
“The government shutdown is piling on top of all tariffs and everything else. And the question is, at some point, do these things break? At some point, does the very slow, gradual slide …turn out to be a precipitous fall?” - me, to @samfields.bsky.social
If you’re job searching and getting nowhere fast, it’s not your fault. This is the toughest job market that we can remember.
Huntr’s Job Search Trends Report Q3 2025 offers data-backed suggestions for how to tweak your job search to get better results.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/what-succe...
Huntr’s Job Search Trends Report Q3 2025 offers data-backed suggestions for how to tweak your job search to get better results.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/what-succe...
What Successful Job Seekers Are Doing Differently, According to the Data
This is the worst job market we've ever seen. Here's what candidates are doing to beat the system and get hired.
thejobhopper.substack.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:40 PM
If you’re job searching and getting nowhere fast, it’s not your fault. This is the toughest job market that we can remember.
Huntr’s Job Search Trends Report Q3 2025 offers data-backed suggestions for how to tweak your job search to get better results.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/what-succe...
Huntr’s Job Search Trends Report Q3 2025 offers data-backed suggestions for how to tweak your job search to get better results.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/what-succe...
When you need career or job search advice, The Job Hopper provides free job search tips, the best sites and apps for job seekers, interview guidance, career tools, links to free courses and training programs, and news about the job market. thejobhopper.substack.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:11 PM
When you need career or job search advice, The Job Hopper provides free job search tips, the best sites and apps for job seekers, interview guidance, career tools, links to free courses and training programs, and news about the job market. thejobhopper.substack.com
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5 weeks ago, I wrote about the shutdown's impact on the labor market and how big it would be. A big reason why the impact has been small so far: few irreversible events.
But we're starting to cross some potentially more serious and economically destructive milestones...
But we're starting to cross some potentially more serious and economically destructive milestones...
November 7, 2025 at 9:30 PM
5 weeks ago, I wrote about the shutdown's impact on the labor market and how big it would be. A big reason why the impact has been small so far: few irreversible events.
But we're starting to cross some potentially more serious and economically destructive milestones...
But we're starting to cross some potentially more serious and economically destructive milestones...
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The ADP Report Shows Job Growth Last Month. Don’t Celebrate Yet.
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The ADP Report Shows Job Growth Last Month. Don’t Celebrate Yet.
We don’t need federal jobs data from the Labor Department to tell us the state of the job market.
open.substack.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:50 PM
The ADP Report Shows Job Growth Last Month. Don’t Celebrate Yet.
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Recovery remains elusive in a year of change | LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/pulse/recove...
LinkedIn Pulse
www.linkedin.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Recovery remains elusive in a year of change | LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/pulse/recove...
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Until now, Social Security disability benefits got easier to qualify for as a person reached 50+. A new Trump plan would end that.
Under the plan, millions, particularly in red states, could find it more difficult to qualify for disability benefits in the future.
➡️ More: propub.li/4oeO7VO
Under the plan, millions, particularly in red states, could find it more difficult to qualify for disability benefits in the future.
➡️ More: propub.li/4oeO7VO
November 3, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Until now, Social Security disability benefits got easier to qualify for as a person reached 50+. A new Trump plan would end that.
Under the plan, millions, particularly in red states, could find it more difficult to qualify for disability benefits in the future.
➡️ More: propub.li/4oeO7VO
Under the plan, millions, particularly in red states, could find it more difficult to qualify for disability benefits in the future.
➡️ More: propub.li/4oeO7VO
If you’re unemployed or hoping to boost your emergency fund, a seasonal job might be just what you’re looking for.
Despite corporate layoffs, retailers and other companies are still hiring for holiday season.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/how-to-fin...
Despite corporate layoffs, retailers and other companies are still hiring for holiday season.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/how-to-fin...
How to Find a Seasonal Job This Year
The job market is rough, but employers are still hiring for seasonal jobs.
thejobhopper.substack.com
November 3, 2025 at 4:44 PM
If you’re unemployed or hoping to boost your emergency fund, a seasonal job might be just what you’re looking for.
Despite corporate layoffs, retailers and other companies are still hiring for holiday season.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/how-to-fin...
Despite corporate layoffs, retailers and other companies are still hiring for holiday season.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/how-to-fin...
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Lay-offs and AI on.ft.com/4qG3Pec | opinion
Lay-offs and AI
Bad news, OK data
on.ft.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:34 AM
Lay-offs and AI on.ft.com/4qG3Pec | opinion
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The USDA sent an email to grocery stores telling them they are prohibited from offering special discounts to customers affected by the SNAP funding lapse.
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
November 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The USDA sent an email to grocery stores telling them they are prohibited from offering special discounts to customers affected by the SNAP funding lapse.
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
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More than 47 million Americans — including one in five children — don’t have reliable, affordable access to nutritious food. And as the cost of living skyrockets, more families are depending on SNAP benefits, or food stamps, to put food on the table.
October 31, 2025 at 6:49 PM
More than 47 million Americans — including one in five children — don’t have reliable, affordable access to nutritious food. And as the cost of living skyrockets, more families are depending on SNAP benefits, or food stamps, to put food on the table.
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Amid national economic insecurity, Minnesota just ranked as a top three state in the nation for job seekers.
That includes nation-leading job benefits, worker protections, and a diverse economy.
If you need a job, we want you here.
bringmethenews.com/minnesota-bu...
That includes nation-leading job benefits, worker protections, and a diverse economy.
If you need a job, we want you here.
bringmethenews.com/minnesota-bu...
bringmethenews.com
October 30, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Amid national economic insecurity, Minnesota just ranked as a top three state in the nation for job seekers.
That includes nation-leading job benefits, worker protections, and a diverse economy.
If you need a job, we want you here.
bringmethenews.com/minnesota-bu...
That includes nation-leading job benefits, worker protections, and a diverse economy.
If you need a job, we want you here.
bringmethenews.com/minnesota-bu...
As SNAP funding is about to dry up and the shutdown continues, there are nonprofits and companies offering free food to those in need. Here's a list of some of them.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:23 PM
As SNAP funding is about to dry up and the shutdown continues, there are nonprofits and companies offering free food to those in need. Here's a list of some of them.
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Door Dash using its services to help those in need in November.
https://www.wkrg.com/national/doordash-waiving-fees-for-snap-recipients-in-november-delivering-food-bank-donations/
https://www.wkrg.com/national/doordash-waiving-fees-for-snap-recipients-in-november-delivering-food-bank-donations/
October 28, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Door Dash using its services to help those in need in November.
https://www.wkrg.com/national/doordash-waiving-fees-for-snap-recipients-in-november-delivering-food-bank-donations/
https://www.wkrg.com/national/doordash-waiving-fees-for-snap-recipients-in-november-delivering-food-bank-donations/
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We have new unemployment rate data out of Morning Consult, through October 25th.
Less good than a few months ago (when it was down significantly Y/Y), but not clearly deteriorating yet either. No big alarm bells about the labor market here.
Less good than a few months ago (when it was down significantly Y/Y), but not clearly deteriorating yet either. No big alarm bells about the labor market here.
October 28, 2025 at 5:55 PM
We have new unemployment rate data out of Morning Consult, through October 25th.
Less good than a few months ago (when it was down significantly Y/Y), but not clearly deteriorating yet either. No big alarm bells about the labor market here.
Less good than a few months ago (when it was down significantly Y/Y), but not clearly deteriorating yet either. No big alarm bells about the labor market here.
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Just because you’re not planning to leave your job any time soon doesn’t mean that you want your career momentum to grind to a halt. Getting promoted at your current employer can help you make more money, build your resume, and stave off boredom.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/job-huggin...
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/job-huggin...
Job Hugging? Here Are 8 Tips to Get Promoted Right Where You Are
Even if you're not looking for a new job, you still want your career to progress. Here's how to keep things moving without leaving your current role.
thejobhopper.substack.com
October 27, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Just because you’re not planning to leave your job any time soon doesn’t mean that you want your career momentum to grind to a halt. Getting promoted at your current employer can help you make more money, build your resume, and stave off boredom.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/job-huggin...
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/job-huggin...
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How To Job Search While Still Employed
Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.
newsletter.jobsearch.guide/p/how-to-job...
Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.
newsletter.jobsearch.guide/p/how-to-job...
How To Job Search While Still Employed
Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.
newsletter.jobsearch.guide
October 26, 2025 at 3:57 PM
How To Job Search While Still Employed
Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.
newsletter.jobsearch.guide/p/how-to-job...
Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.
newsletter.jobsearch.guide/p/how-to-job...
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Young and healthy people who get Affordable Care Act health insurance are thinking about dropping coverage next year, as the government remains shutdown over health care tax credits. n.pr/4qyjBIi
Why the ACA needs young people — and the looming 'death spiral' for health insurance
Young and healthy people who get Affordable Care Act health insurance are thinking about dropping coverage next year, as the government remains shutdown over health care tax credits.
n.pr
October 26, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Young and healthy people who get Affordable Care Act health insurance are thinking about dropping coverage next year, as the government remains shutdown over health care tax credits. n.pr/4qyjBIi
What can you do if you’ve run out of unemployment benefits, are about to lose them, or if your benefits aren’t enough to pay the bills? It’s scary to have little or no income, but you may be eligible for financial assistance that will help.
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thejobhopper.substack.com/p/where-to-g...
Where To Get Financial Help When You’re Unemployed
If you're about to run out of unemployment benefits — or those benefits aren't enough to pay the bills — here's how to find help.
thejobhopper.substack.com
October 26, 2025 at 12:47 PM
What can you do if you’ve run out of unemployment benefits, are about to lose them, or if your benefits aren’t enough to pay the bills? It’s scary to have little or no income, but you may be eligible for financial assistance that will help.
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/where-to-g...
thejobhopper.substack.com/p/where-to-g...
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If you are looking to support federal employees, one good place to donate to is the Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund.
They are providing shutdown grants for federal employees that would be making less than $60k.
feea.org/support/
They are providing shutdown grants for federal employees that would be making less than $60k.
feea.org/support/
Support Us - Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund
FEEA relies on individual and institutional donors to support our work. Learn how you can help, and see which companies and organizations contribute.
feea.org
October 24, 2025 at 11:18 AM
If you are looking to support federal employees, one good place to donate to is the Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund.
They are providing shutdown grants for federal employees that would be making less than $60k.
feea.org/support/
They are providing shutdown grants for federal employees that would be making less than $60k.
feea.org/support/
If you've been impacted by the government shutdown, your paycheck isn't enough to make ends meet, or your unemployment benefits aren't enough either or are about to run out, here are some ways to earn extra cash and find a new job quickly.
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October 22, 2025 at 5:20 PM
If you've been impacted by the government shutdown, your paycheck isn't enough to make ends meet, or your unemployment benefits aren't enough either or are about to run out, here are some ways to earn extra cash and find a new job quickly.
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Families are already hanging by a thread, but the sad truth is it’s about to get a lot worse when SNAP benefits don’t go out in November.
It’s time to find our local food banks and help out with donations and volunteer hours if you are able.
It’s time to find our local food banks and help out with donations and volunteer hours if you are able.
October 22, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Families are already hanging by a thread, but the sad truth is it’s about to get a lot worse when SNAP benefits don’t go out in November.
It’s time to find our local food banks and help out with donations and volunteer hours if you are able.
It’s time to find our local food banks and help out with donations and volunteer hours if you are able.
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making a living vs making a life
here is the best advice I have about making your life in the creative arts. it's advice from my mum. it has made my whole life better and if you want to be an artist I think it'll make yours better too:
naomialderman.substack.com/p/the-best-a...
here is the best advice I have about making your life in the creative arts. it's advice from my mum. it has made my whole life better and if you want to be an artist I think it'll make yours better too:
naomialderman.substack.com/p/the-best-a...
making a living vs making a life
or "can you earn money from your art?" (and is that even the right question?)
naomialderman.substack.com
October 21, 2025 at 4:25 PM
making a living vs making a life
here is the best advice I have about making your life in the creative arts. it's advice from my mum. it has made my whole life better and if you want to be an artist I think it'll make yours better too:
naomialderman.substack.com/p/the-best-a...
here is the best advice I have about making your life in the creative arts. it's advice from my mum. it has made my whole life better and if you want to be an artist I think it'll make yours better too:
naomialderman.substack.com/p/the-best-a...