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https://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/economic-meltdown6.jpg174202An economic downturn can force us to change direction. Maybe we will lose our job or are faced with declining incomes. Unforced change is rarely welcome, but, if we can be flexible to changing circumstances we will be better able to deal with any new situation we find ourselves in. Flexibility is particularly important in today's modern economy - full time jobs for life are far less common these days. These are some practical tips to increase our labour market flexibility.