Recent work by Martin Abel
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Can temporary wage incentives increase formal employment? Experimental evidence from Mexico
In Mexico, where formal jobs have low starting salaries which increase rapidly over time, temporary wage subsidies to young high school graduates lead to sustained formal employment gains
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The effect of plan-making prompts on job search and employment in South Africa
Action plans are a cost-effective way to improve job search outcomes for unemployed youth
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The value of reference letters: Experimental evidence from South Africa
References from former employers help women to find jobs and assist hiring firms in selecting high-ability candidates