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Measuring Talent
Posted on April 19th, 2013 No commentsAccording to a new report (pdf) from the MN State Demographic Center, workers with higher-order skills and education – or “talent” – are an important part of our state’s workforce. The ability to train, retain, and recruit talented workers will impact our current and long-term economic growth. So, how does Minnesota’s talent stack up?
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2014 MnCareers – Pre-Order Your Copy Today
Posted on April 17th, 2013 No commentsMnCareers is the state’s only comprehensive printed guide to job search, education, and career exploration resources. This award-winning 130-page magazine is easy for any student or job seeker to use for help and direction. It is widely used as a text book or main resource in college readiness and career exploration classrooms and workshops.
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Are There Skills Gaps in Manufacturing?
Posted on April 15th, 2013 No commentsManufacturing in Minnesota is facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. After the job losses of the Great Recession, employers are under pressure to meet pent-up demand by adding staff. Competition among firms is very high for experienced workers as older ones are retiring. Several commentators have argued that more manufacturing jobs could be created if more people had the skills, and perhaps educational credentials, that employers are looking for. What is the level of skills gaps, or mismatches between the skill requirements of a job and the skills of the available workforce, in Minnesota?
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Checking in on Veterans Employment Trends
Posted on April 11th, 2013 No commentsThe Bureau of Labor Statistics’ recent report on veteran’s employment trends points to improving conditions nationwide. The unemployment rate for veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time since September 2001 declined by 2.2 percentages point to 9.9 percent in 2012.
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Celebrating Occupational Therapists
Posted on April 9th, 2013 No commentsOccupational therapists (OTs) help people who have mental, physical, or developmental disabilities. These disabilities are caused by birth defects, injuries, illnesses, or aging. Occupational therapists help people develop, recover, or maintain their living and work skills. The future job outlook for OTs is good in Minnesota and across the nation.
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Turn Over a New Leaf
Posted on April 4th, 2013 No commentsSome job seekers face barriers to employment. This is especially true for job seekers who must address a felony or former offense in their job search. Don’t let your criminal background hold you back from meaningful employment!
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