As the national worker shortage is mirrored in Arizona, many employers are wondering how they can attract good people. Charn McAllister, a management professor at Northern Arizona University’s Franke College of Business, says the pandemic delivered a one-two punch. “The losses suffered by most people reminded them of their own mortality and they had time on their hands to think about what mattered to them.” McAllister sees more employees who want to work for organizations doing good in … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Hiring Woes May Be Here to Stay
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Businesses, Individuals Honored for Workforce Efforts
Two businesses and four individuals from Yavapai County have been recognized for exceptional efforts in workforce and economic development by the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors. The county collaborates with ARIZONA@WORK, a statewide workforce development network, as well as the Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG), which helps identify and create job opportunities. During an awards luncheon Thursday, Aug. 12, Mary Mallory, speaking on behalf of the supervisors, praised the … [Read more...] about Businesses, Individuals Honored for Workforce Efforts
Small Businesses Struggle with Labor Shortage
Restaurateur Paul Moir may well have summed up how small business owners are feeling: “The labor shortage is the cherry on top of what has been a very difficult year.” The co-owner of Brix and Proper Meats and Provisions and many other small business owners in the state are reporting a similar challenging timeline throughout the past 15 months. Businesses were closed in March 2020. Some were able to adjust and open through the summer and fall with curbside service and strict social distancing … [Read more...] about Small Businesses Struggle with Labor Shortage
