BEST CITIES: IT'S ALL ABOUT JOBS - STABLE EMPLOYMENT AND NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES GIVE THESE CITIES AND EDGE

摘要

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES. LAST SUMMER, THE ENERGY AND FINANCE SECTORS of the economy seemed to be thriving, and manufacturing was going strong. Today, many cities are relying on government programs, universities and stalwart industries, such as health care, to bolster employment in a weak economy. Those factors appeared frequently when we assembled candidates for our 2009 Best Cities list, which focuses on places that have stable employment plus the talent to create new, well-paying positions. A robust job market makes these cities safe havens during the recession and will give them a head start toward growth when the recovery takes off.