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Five Essential Tips to Recruit and Retain a Gen Z Workforce in 2025

A significant portion of the U.S. construction workforce will retire in the next 10 years. Is your contracting business prepared to attract the next generation of industry professionals?
By John Lack
January 17, 2025
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by John Lack
John Lack brings over 35 years of experience in the construction industry in both field and office positions to Acuity Insurance including carpentry, welding, project management, contract negotiation, and much more. His main focus at Acuity is to help his customers better understand insurance and offer products and services that meet their unique needs.

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