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For leaders establishing a new location, or expanding an existing operation, few decisions are as consequential as choosing the right talent strategy. At the center of that strategy is a fundamental question: When should you hire locally, and when should you import talent from elsewhere? At a high level, hiring locally should be the default.…
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A point raised during the Upstate Talent Forum sparked an important conversation for educators and employers alike. Many jobs in today’s economy do not require a four-year degree to begin. But the reality is more complex. While entry into many roles may not require a degree, career growth increasingly depends on advanced skills such as problem solving,…
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The Rising Storm: A Workforce at a Turning Point This report is produced by Lightcast The U.S. is entering a critical workforce shift driven by the retirement of the Baby Boomer generation and a shrinking pipeline of replacement workers. Over the next decade, millions will exit the labor force while participation rates decline, creating a…
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