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News & Opinion
OPINION: The Workforce Deficit Behind the Trade Deficit
North Carolina’s prosperity depends on the global supply chains that create local jobs. According to a new analysis from the NC Department of Commerce, statewide exports climbed to nearly $43 billion in 2024, led by pharmaceuticals, aerospace products and machinery. Imports surpassed $87 billion, driven by strong demand for medical…
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News & Opinion
OPINION: Why a ‘Good Job’ Isn’t Good Enough
Imagine this: You’ve dedicated years to mastering a skill, building a career and providing for your family. Then, one day, you find yourself facing a layoff, uncertain about the future and what it holds. It’s a reality that many are grappling with in today’s ever-changing workforce landscape. The wave of…
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Opinion
OPINION: It’s Not a Labor Shortage, It’s a Shortage of Employer Creativity
With over 4 million Americans quitting their job in August, September, and November 2021, the “Great Resignation” is no longer a pandemic trend, but a paradigm shift in the workforce. Many employers lament this talent shortage as a signal that no one wants to work. The narrative to date has focused…
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