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The perfect labor shortage storm is brewing according to futurist, Jay Jamrog. He considers a macro view of the labor force and the various impacts including changing demographics, a less than optimal educational system, retirement trends, and growing global markets and competition. This is all leading to a shortage of skilled workers who know they have choices when it comes to working for the best companies. Jamrog asserts that increasing pay is not enough. Companies should also look for ways to 1.) increase an employee's marketable skills, which includes on-the-job training and coaching, 2.) keep employees engaged with challenging work, and 3.) ensure your supervisors are practicing the basic principles stated. With comprehensive references and citations, this article is a must read for anyone who wants to start preparing for the future NOW. Buy it.