If there is ever a hesitancy in small business' hiring of employees, the concerns over new hiring get overshadowed by an econmic downturn. Small businesses are for the most part community based and rely on local customers to stay in business; often hiring from within their community.
The hard decisions that have to be made are offering a competitive salary , and being able to bear the costs of training and retaining employees.
Some relief that has always been there are programs sponsored by US Department of Labor.
2 programs worth noting:
Apprenticeship
Regional groups design, organize, manage, and finance registered
apprenticeship programs in an extensive list of occupations
http://www.doleta.gov/
Adult Services
Programs and initiatives that provide millions of adult workers with workforce
preparation and talent development services
http://www.doleta.gov/
Benefits
Business Promotions
Make your organization recognized as a leader in employment and training.
Make your brand known to future candidates and clients.
Staffing Services
Similar to commercial staffing firms that allow you to write a job description
and search resumes, screen candidates, provide interviewing facilities
Financial Incentives
Explore the financial incentives in hiring, retraining and training based on
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