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North Carolina ranks No. 49 on a ranking of states with the best and worst environments for gig workers, according to a new report. Meanwhile, the state's broader job market may have its own set of difficulties, as the number of job openings in the Triangle tumble this week, according to data from WRAL TechWire's exclusive Jobs Report.
Job openings might be stabilizing, according to data from NC TECH—but local nonprofit leader says many are still struggling. Let's take a look at the numbers.
Are we seeing a "September Surge" in the Triangle? Job openings in the Triangle increased for the third week in a row, according to the most recent edition of the WRAL TechWire Jobs Report.
The economy added 187,000 new jobs in August, but that the national unemployment rate jumped up to 3.8%, according to the US Dept. of Labor's August Employment Report. N.C. State economist Dr. Michael Walden thinks the numbers could sway the Federal Reserve on interest rate hikes.
In this market, companies are hesitant to open new roles, and employees are hesitant to make a job change, says this local recruitment expert. Take a look at her advice for the serious job seekers.