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Contemplating a Career in Nonprofits?

Lured by the opportunity to serve a social purpose–and to improve their work-life balance–corporate workers are increasingly seeking jobs with nonprofits.

The desire to do good or work more family-friendly and flexible hours may be driving the switch for many. Still others may be broadening their job search to increase their chances of finding employment in a difficult market.
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Corporate workers may be lured by the idea of ‘making a difference’ at a nonprofit, but the switch is often easier said than done.

But nonprofit managers and experts caution that perceptions don’t always match reality, and business-world veterans frequently undergo a bumpy transition.

By CHANA R. SCHOENBERGER

Full Story: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203611404577042142998557400.html?mod=WSJ_hps_sections_careerjournal

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