Factory Jobs for the Future? Rethinking the American Workforce Model

Older factory worker examining metal part with robotic arm in the background, symbolizing the future of American manufacturing

In a surprising yet bold shift, newly appointed U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick has outlined a vision for American manufacturing that feels both traditional and disruptive: a return to multi-generational factory jobs. According to Lutnick, the new model means a worker might build a career in manufacturing—and so might their kids and grandkids. It’s […]

Why Gen Z Is Choosing Trades Over College—and What It Means for Your Workforce

Young tradesman in navy overalls wearing a yellow full-brim hard hat with safety and union stickers, holding a large wrench in one hand and a tablet in the other, standing in a blurred workshop.

As tuition costs soar and student debt mounts, more members of Generation Z are turning away from traditional four-year degrees in favor of hands-on skilled trades. Since 2011, there are roughly 2 million fewer students enrolled in four-year universities—a shift driven largely by the skyrocketing price of higher education and the promise of well-paying, debt-free […]

The Fourth Industrial Revolution: Transforming Work and the Staffing Industry

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The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is rapidly reshaping industries through automation, AI, and interconnected systems. This transformation presents both challenges and opportunities, particularly for middle-class workers who must adapt to these new technologies. However, the impact extends beyond individual workers—it’s also transforming the staffing industry. The Role of Staffing Agencies Staffing firms are essential in […]