10 Industries Headed Destined for the Dead Pool
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10 Industries Headed Destined for the Dead Pool

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The United States is finally beginning to emerge from its economic slumber, but that doesn’t mean all industries are thriving.  A recent report from IBISWorld indicates that of 200 industries on the decline in the United States today, 10 are in particular danger of disappearing altogether.

Click Here for the slide show of the 10 American industries that may be gone entirely in your lifetime.

The 10 industries fall into two categories: those falling victim to technological advances, such as video rental and landline phone carriers, and those decimated by competition from other countries, like textile and other mills. Whatever the reason, if you are someone looking to build a career, your safest bet is to steer clear of these 10 industries.

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