I posted an entry to my blog, "Minding the Workplace," about the culture of Boston that may yield nods of agreement, flames, or ho hums. Here are some excerpts:

In Boston, more than in many other major cities, there exists a "tinted glass ceiling" that continues to exclude those who in some way challenge the authority of those who have long held the reigns of power and influence in this city. It is grounded in the city's historically insular culture, and it is especially prevalent in workplaces of all kinds....

A Proper Bostonian writes:

It's after midnight, and I hope I just finished writing an article for a pharmacy magazine about sleep disorders. I'm too tired to be certain. ...

Over at DaveWrites, I've posted 7 tips on navigating the unemployment bureaucracy in Massachusetts based on my own experience being laid off on New Years Eve. A couple of key points:

• Just go stand in line. Go a day early and ask how early you need to be there, then come back the next day and get a number. Don't waste your time trying to get through on the phone.

Massachusetts lost 16,000 jobs in December, the Boston Business Journal reports.

The Herald reports Bose, known for its "mountain" headquarters, is cutting 10% of its workforce. No word on how many of those jobs are in Massachusetts.

The Boston Business Journal reports.

The Boston Business Journal reports that downtown law firm Foley Hoag has laid off 32 lawyers and staffers - about 6% of its workforce.

Including 100 in Canton.

Mags reports:

... Every morning I wake up hoping that I'll see better jobs listed on the boards-and everyday I feel my heart sink as I see part time positions, or jobs that pay $11/hr. I know it's not been that long-just under a month-but it's discouraging. I know I have to keep my head up and to have faith, and to stay positive. But when you're sitting alone in your apartment all day, everyday without your phone ringing for interviews, it's hard to do those things. ...

Rachel Levy is blogging her job search, which she's been on since being laid off in July.

Dave Atkins is also blogging his efforts to find a new job.

Do you bike a substantial portion of your commute and don't receive any compensation for public transit or parking compensation from your employer?