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Ellen Nordahl When you're looking to switch careers and make a move to a new city, what not-so-obvious factors do you consider during the search? I think an important (and often overlooked) factor is the economic health of the region you're looking to move to. Money Magazine recently came out with a list of the nation's "Recession Proof" cities http://bit.ly/cLTk3s. If the general economy of a region was taking a turn for the worse, would it put you off from making a move?

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: Not necessarily. If I was moving for a job, I'd definitely consider the economic health of the company's target market, but that may not be the ...MoreNot necessarily. If I was moving for a job, I'd definitely consider the economic health of the company's target market, but that may not be the region in which they're located.
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Emily Jasper: Economic health may also mean a couple different things. For example, I went from DC to Minneapolis, where the cost of living is lower. However, ...MoreEconomic health may also mean a couple different things. For example, I went from DC to Minneapolis, where the cost of living is lower. However, if you want to be right in the city, it's more expensive than DC because of the harsh winters. I've found talking to people on Brazen helpful when looking at new places...
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Kristen Jeffers: I look at the stats if I want to go somewhere and work in a traditional office setting. If you are a freelancer or an entrepreneur with a proven ...MoreI look at the stats if I want to go somewhere and work in a traditional office setting. If you are a freelancer or an entrepreneur with a proven product and business plan, I would consider the cultural scene, as well as how the local government and nonprofits support businesses and young professionals. I also look at cost of living too.
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Josh Allan Dykstra: Interesting article! Thanks for sharing, Ellen.
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Danver Chandler: I just moved to an economically NOT proof state and city. There are jobs, but my career line is Education and I have NEVER felt there would ever ...MoreI just moved to an economically NOT proof state and city. There are jobs, but my career line is Education and I have NEVER felt there would ever be a problem getting employed as a teacher. I did consider this, but continue to believe I'll over come the obvious...I have a teaching interview tomorrow, but I have been looking for nearly 5 months! Before Atlanta I was more concerned about zip codes and crime rates...so every time I move I look on the police site and see which zip codes I will not live in, but would be willing to work in.

*So, in answer to your question I'd consider it, but if I really wanted to move, I'd still move and send out good vibes to the Universe! :-)
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