California has made strides to build up its apprenticeship programs and should double-down to help sustain its innovative economy.
Apprentices sort through wire ropes called chokers at the Ironworkers Local Union 377 training center in Benicia on June 20, 2021. Photo by Anne Wernikoff, CalMatters
In reality, the skills gap impacts every industry. It presents itself when there is a shortage of workers with the necessary technical, soft or specialized skills needed for a job. As industries change, the demand for certain skills can shift quickly, leaving many workers unprepared. Coupled with this, it’s becoming normal for businesses to invest in upskilling or reskilling their current workforce to close the gap. While training and skills development opportunities are great, they take a toll on employees because they’re working and also playing catch up on acquiring skills.Email address, a human resources firm, found that 44% of surveyed U.S. employees feel burned out, 45% feel emotionally drained and 51% feel “used up” after the workday.
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