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Majority of Laid-off Americans View Situation as a Blessing

In light of the economic crisis, SnagAJob.com asked 691 out-of-work adults (18 and older) the following question: Has your layoff been a blessing in disguise? The majority of those surveyed offered a positive response:

  • Thirty-nine percent said being laid off has been a blessing.
  • Sixteen percent said they feel it will become a blessing.
  • Forty percent said it was not a blessing.
  • Four percent said they didn't know yet.

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