Despite a tough economy, some industries are still hiring

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Jobless numbers are the highest levels in decades and there’s been little good news for people who find themselves without work. But, believe it or not, there is still such a thing as a growth industry. It’s just a matter of knowing which doors you need to get a foot into. The Takeaway talks to Marci Alboher, writer of the Working the New Economy blog on Yahoo!’s Shine. Share your tips for finding work in a down economy.

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