by Amy Wilks | Mar 29, 2018 | Public Sector News
Newly equipped with technical skills for in-demand careers, 29 students from across Los Angeles will graduate from the HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program, an innovative construction training program at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This HireLAX graduating class represents the second cohort of students to successfully complete the intensive 8-week program focusing on specialized construction skills, physical fitness, OSHA regulations, CPR/first aid response, construction math and labor history.
by Amy Wilks | Mar 24, 2018 | Public Sector News
A new study published this month by the National Bureau of Economic Research revealed that an increasing number of Robots are taking over factory floors around the globe as aging workers and a tight labor market threaten to hinder productivity in a variety of industries.
by Amy Wilks | Mar 19, 2018 | Public Sector News
Recent studies by the business research group The Conference Board reveals that American workers are the happiest they have been in years. While a diverse job market definitely has its hand in the mix that is making workers smile, enhanced work-life programs, increased opportunities and improved working conditions could all be reasons that approximately 51% of those who were surveyed said they were happy overall.
by Amy Wilks | Mar 9, 2018 | Public Sector News
More than a dozen U.S. cities have developed and implemented programs that give homeless people, and individuals who are on the verge of homelessness, a chance to shine. As an increasing number of government agencies, businesses and nonprofits around the nation team up to conquer the epidemic of the underprivileged, work programs are restoring dignity, hope, and confidence to some of the nation’s most vulnerable citizens.
by Amy Wilks | Mar 2, 2018 | Public Sector News
U.S News & World Report has just released the official 2018 Best States Rankings, revealing to Americans which states outperform the rest when it comes to serving their citizens. Using thousands of data points and more than 75 different metrics including healthcare, education, economy, opportunity, infrastructure, public safety, the fiscal stability of state government and more, the recent assessment helps to settle the debate about the best states to work, live and learn.
