Each  year, Guidant Financial surveys over 1,000 small business owners and publish their findings in The Small Business Trends Report.

Topping the list? Recruiting/Retention and Inflation/Price Increases.
The younger generations entering the job market have different priorities and DEFINITELY have different expectations. They want more flexibility, work-life balance, and a sense of purpose in their work. Many want to work from home, which is a real challenge in the manufacturing environment.