SBA Poll Results: Are you finding qualified applicants for jobs?

The Question:

What is your experience in finding qualified applicants for your job openings?

57% - We have openings but it’s difficult finding qualified applicants.

13% - We’re finding qualified people when we have an opening.

30% - Doesn’t matter-we’re not hiring and don’t expect to this year.

My Comments:

As you can see, 87% of our small business respondents are not hiring, with the largest group reporting they have job openings but can’t fill them with qualified employees. Indeed, research indic...