Small business owners’ mood brightened in August, according to the National Federation for Independent Businesses’ optimism index, which ticked up on expectations of higher sales. But concerns about labor persist.
Small business owners reported the top challenge they’re facing is finding quality help.
Private Eye Protection is a small security company in Duluth, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta. It’s pretty much always hiring.
“I mean, we tend to see a good flow of candidates. Finding the right candidates is challenging,” said owner Jim Jones.