Did you ever stop to think that your name could be affecting your career prospects? It might sound surprising, but the impact of names on job opportunities is the subject of our discussion today. Have you ever wondered why I prefer to go by Dr. A? We'll look into the economics behind it and explore the data that sheds light on this intriguing topic. By the end, I'll share my personal experience, and together, we'll navigate recent research on names and their implications for your professional journey.
Is your name costing you a job? Hard to pronounce names and labor market outcomes
Dec 10, 2023
Decode Econ
About Decode Econ: The Podcast
The economy touches everything — from the price of your morning coffee to the decisions shaping our future. Decode Econ breaks it all down. Hosted by Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani (“Dr. A”), economist, educator, and storyteller, this podcast makes economics personal, practical, and easy to understand.
Each episode explores the trends behind the headlines — inflation, jobs, technology, policy, and the everyday decisions that drive them. Through stories, data, and conversations with thinkers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, Decode Econ helps you connect what’s hap
About Decode Econ: The Podcast
The economy touches everything — from the price of your morning coffee to the decisions shaping our future. Decode Econ breaks it all down. Hosted by Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani (“Dr. A”), economist, educator, and storyteller, this podcast makes economics personal, practical, and easy to understand.
Each episode explores the trends behind the headlines — inflation, jobs, technology, policy, and the everyday decisions that drive them. Through stories, data, and conversations with thinkers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, Decode Econ helps you connect what’s hapListen on
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