The Vanishing Job-Hopper Premium
The Grass Is No Longer Greener: A Data-Driven Analysis of Today's Labor Market
Executive Summary
The conventional wisdom that changing jobs leads to significantly higher wages is being challenged by recent data. As of early 2025, the wage premium for job-switchers has narrowed to just 0.2 percentage points—a dramatic departure from historical norms. This analysis explores the data behind this shift, examines potential causes, and c…
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