This week (8/17 to 8/23) on Work Matters we talk about social trends and how they can shape our work lives.

Understanding how social trends impact your work and financial future is key to ongoing success. Today's show goes a little further in looking at this important issue.

First, my colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions in our regular show segment, Uncommon Sense.

Then,Patricia Aburdene, social forecaster and author of Megatrends 2010: The Rise of Conscious Capitalism joins me to discuss trends that will transform the way you work, live, and invest.

Let me know your thoughts on the show. Please call my new toll-free number (1-866-944-8195) and tell me what's on your mind. Or if you prefer, contact me with any questions or comments at workmatters@nanrussell.com

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