Megan Leonhardt is a senior writer for Barron’s, covering economics with a focus on labor and consumer trends. Previously, she worked at Fortune, covering labor, financial and economic issues. Prior to that, she was a senior money reporter at CNBC and a writer for Money magazine. Over the years, Leonhardt has published a number of in-depth series on household finances, child care challenges, generational comparisons and the shifting workplace. Earlier in her career, she was an editor for WealthManagement.com and REP. magazine. Leonhardt has also reported or edited for Law360, Southeast Ohio Magazine and Golf Course Industry Magazine.
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