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2,000,000 federal workers in the U.S. received the same email: “In an effort to reduce waste and increase productivity you have two choices: retire or prepare to return to in-person work.” What are your thoughts on this approach? Share your opinions in the comments below.

US Jobs Growth Slows Ahead of Election! October's reports reveal a significant slowdown in US job growth, with only 12,000 jobs added compared to 223,000 in September. This marks a dramatic shift as hurricanes and strikes impacted the economy, yet the unemployment rate remains steady at 4.1%. Impact of Strikes: The aerospace industry has been particularly affected, with 30,000 Boeing workers on strike leading to a 46,000 decrease in manufacturing employment. This highlights how labor disputes can ripple through the economy. Weather Disruptions: Hurricane's Helene and Milton led to over 512,000 workers unable to report for duty, showcasing how natural disasters can influence employment metrics. Market Reactions: Despite the underwhelming numbers, analysts remain optimistic about a potential interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, viewing the report as a temporary factor. Long-Term Trends: While job growth has slowed and the unemployment rate has edged slightly higher, it remains historically low. Average hourly earnings have risen by 4% over the past year, indicating ongoing wage growth. These employment figures will likely play a critical role in shaping voter sentiment and policy discussions. #JobsReport #USEconomy #Employment #LaborMarket #InterestRates #Elections2024

How would a Kamala Harris presidency affect the U.S. job market? This article explores potential impacts on key industries such as #manufacturing, #healthcare, and #technology, while examining the effects of wage growth, small business support, and workforce training initiatives. Could we expect more job creation, or will increased regulations pose challenges? #HR #JobMarket #EconomicTrends #Leadership #Workforce #KamalaHarris

Here's how the local federal civilian workforce stacks up.

It's time, #Tennessee #Coalitions! Please take the Tennessee Coalitions Annual Survey for FY2024. This gives PAT valuable insight into your coalition's local progress and workforce development across the state, which allows us to set priorities: https://lnkd.in/ds_yjnRy

NEW LABOR FORCE UPDATE– The U.S saw an increase of just 12,000 jobs in October. Meanwhile, Colorado employers added 9,000 jobs, leading the nation in job growth. Read our full report to learn more: https://bit.ly/4eCPKac

Interesting read on N.C.'s labor force dynamics! Senior Economist Andrew Berger-Gross sheds light on a crucial trend - as the population ages, more individuals nearing retirement age are impacting the decline in labor force participation. North Carolina experiences robust net migration alongside this concerning development.

Encouraging News for the U.S. Economy Jobless claims have subsided after a Thanksgiving spike, signaling positive momentum for the U.S. labor market. This decrease aligns with broader economic resilience, offering hope as we head into the new year. As businesses continue to navigate economic uncertainty, ensuring access to a skilled workforce remains critical. Are you seeing similar stability in your industry? Give us a call. We can help. #Economy #JobMarket #Staffing #Recruitment #EconomicGrowth