
Industries Look for Employees in Nontraditional Spaces Amid Labor Shortage
December 31, 2024
From construction to healthcare to hospitality, the U.S. is grappling with a labor shortage, with 8.2 million job openings and only 7.2 million unemployed workers, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The post-pandemic labor landscape has seen a decline in participation in the workforce, prompting many to re-evaluate their career choices and forcing employers to seek out unconventional sources to fill positions across various sectors.