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Following in the Family Footsteps


Abstract: Historically, the phenomenon of children entering their parents' careers ? following in their parents' footsteps ? was perceived as a social ill. It was a sign that the children were trapped by barriers keeping them out of other occupations and relegating them to reliving the work lives of their parents.

Keywords: family; careers; parents' footsteps; parents;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Part of Series: Econ Focus

Publication Date: 2017

Issue: 4Q

Pages: 15-17