Worker Shortage WGN Interview

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WGN Interview Barton

Jason Barton gives Worker Shortage Interview on Friday May 7, 2021 on Chicago’s WGN TV Channel 9 News. Speaks with anchor Ray Cortopassi live on the 5 o’clock news.

The topic: economic recovery and post-pandemic worker shortage.

From a staffing industry perspective leading a firm supporting greater Chicago and the Western Suburbs. And, in successful business since 1998, Jason had encouragement to share. Watch the video for practical advice for motivated individuals who want to take advantage of this opportunity now.

While an opportunity, it is also challenging now because demand for workers is at an all-time high. Barton sees the post pandemic recovery is an opportunity for employers and employees alike.  For employers, it is an opportunity to reshape their workforce for the future. For candidates looking for work, it’s a perfect opportunity to change career paths.

This opportunity for candidates won’t last forever and competition for jobs will eventually return. It still takes all the job hunting and resume-writing skills to position one’s self for that new position – but the jobs are there.

Now is the time to get into the job market. Barton Staffing Solutions and Barton Professional Placement group is here to help those that are ready to jump back into the light industrial and warehouse logistics workforce now.

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