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Insight From a Former Print Journalist

This blog entry, 42 Things I Know, is definitely worth reading.

William Lobdell spent 25 years in Orange County California spilling ink, much of it with the Los Angles Times and the Daily Pilot. He writes about why he left newspapers.

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Q&A with Financial Planner

Financial planner David House has agreed to take questions about post-buyout monies. Each person’s situation is unique; you are urged to get professional advice before making financial decisions.

Q: I’m taking the buyout. How long do I have before I have to move or change my 401(k) money?

A: Generally, you can […]

Q&A Update: Aug. 1

From Jbart:

Q: I applied for the voluntary separation. Do I have to wait until Aug. 11 to bring my signed agreement to HR? A: No need to wait. Bring the form down at your earliest convenience. In fact, we prefer that if […]

Q&A Update, PB Post: Changing Your Mind

Q: Most employees are under the impression they have until Aug. 11 to change their minds; in fact, they have seven days after signing the agreement to revoke it, correct?

A: Linda Murphy: This is correct. Clause 9 of the Voluntary Separation Ageement states that you’ll have seven calendar days after you sign and turn […]

Atlanta’s (AJC) Buyouts-Layoffs

The buyout at the AJC is offered to 290 full-time employees (of 408) in the newsroom. They want to bring the 408 down to 350. The deal is available to almost everyone who has 5 years with Cox (including service at other newspapers); they rounded some people up with 4+ years to make them eligible […]