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Market forces at work when it comes to jobs in Baton Rouge

Struggling to fill jobs, employers are increasing wages to attract and retain workers.

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July 14, 2021

Justin Alford, left, owner of Benny’s Car Wash, raised starting pay an additional $2 per hour to attract workers for his three B-Quik convenience stores in 2021. (Don Kadair)

jobs workforce — Justin Alford, left, owner of Benny’s Car Wash, raised starting pay an additional $2 per hour to attract workers for his three B-Quik convenience stores in 2021. (Don Kadair)

Struggling to fill jobs, employers are increasing paying well above minimum wage to attract and retain entry-level workers.

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