In Constantly Changing Labor Market, Employee Retention Is Key

September 19, 2024 | From HRCalifornia Extra

by Mike McCluskey, Senior Technical Editor, CalChamber

The U.S. and California labor markets are constantly changing — and they are significantly impacted by issues other than straight economics. Changes attributable to technology advances, an aging workforce, demographics and slowing population growth are reshaping the labor market in ways we've never seen.

For this reason, employers will need to focus vigilantly on employee retention — and those who take action now will put themselves in the best position for success. In addition to paying wages and salaries that are, at minimum, competitive for your industry, measures employers can take include:

  • "Upskilling" and "reskilling."
  • Implementing a flexible working environment.
  • Engaging and enticing workers at or nearing retirement age to keep working.
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