Capital DailyCapital Daily
Finance

48-year-old worked at a garden center for $17/hour to make ends meet: 'It's one of the best jobs I've ever had'

"Without a job, I felt invisible. With a job, I felt seen, useful, and purposeful again," says Leslie Friday, who sold plants and flowers while job searching after a layoff. "I loved every minute."

48-year-old worked at a garden center for $17/hour to make ends meet: 'It's one of the best jobs I've ever had'

Published July 10, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

"Without a job, I felt invisible. With a job, I felt seen, useful, and purposeful again," says Leslie Friday, who sold plants and flowers while job searching after a layoff. "I loved every minute."

Source

Originally published at www.cnbc.com.

Related Articles

CD
Capital Daily Newsroom

Capital Daily covers markets, crypto and commodities for Asia & the Middle East — tier-1 desk research, AI-driven analysis, institutional-grade data. Tip our newsroom: [email protected]

Email the newsroom →
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Data may be delayed up to 15 minutes. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.