A New Jersey homebuilder who pays his workers over $100,000 wants young people to know construction can be a lucrative career that doesn't require college — and businesses are desperate to hire

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A roofer is seen working on a condominium in Canterbury Crossing on a hot day Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020 in Latham, N.Y.

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Gen Z is bringing back digital cameras and the post-night-out photo dump

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Digital cameras are back thanks to Gen Z.

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I tried the app TikTokers could embrace if a ban becomes reality — I'm not convinced it will attract Gen Zers

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Clapper probably isn't the place for Gen Zers unless loads of them sign up en mass.

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Why so many Gen Zers are struggling to find a connection to work, school, and a sense of purpose

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More Americans are becoming "disconnected youths" — Gen Zers that aren't participating in school or work.

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Many Gen Zers are teetering on the edge of economic security in their 20s. Here's why it's such a 'decisive decade.'

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Researchers are calling ages 14-24 the 'decisive decade.' Gen Zers' teenage and young adult years could determine their financial future.

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Gen Zers say they're hooked on fast fashion, but regret their Shein hauls when the 'high' wears off

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The "high" Gen Zers experience from Shein hauls doesn't last long (stock photo).

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A millennial who quit Fidelity and Salesforce is one of many choosing to 'descend the corporate ladder' — for less stress

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Kirra Dickinson ditched the corporate ladder and has never been happier.
Kirra Dickinson ditched the corporate ladder and has never been happier.

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Don't feel too sorry for Gen Z — they're outpacing boomers on income and millennials on home ownership

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Gen Z is doing better than past generations on some measures.

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Botox injections are at an all-time high. Blame remote work.

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In a remote world, the hottest status symbol is your face. It's driving a Botox boom.

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Secondhand Birkins are grabbing Gen Z's attention

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A Hermes Birkin and a Hermes Kelly at a pre- auction photo calls for Hermes handbags at Bonhams, Knightsbridge.
A Hermes Birkin (right) and a Hermès Kelly (left) in a pre-auction photo.

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