The job market is rough for white collar workers

The final 2024 report from the US Department of Labor was strong.  Hundreds of thousands of jobs were added.  The unemployment rate fell from 4.2 percent to 4.1 percent. Still some workers are really having a hard time finding something new. Business Insider’s Aki Ito reports that there's a recession among white collar workers right now. She explains what's going on.  Watch the start of the Washington State Legislature's upcoming session on their new website or on tvw.  We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.