Despite buzz about layoffs, many Minnesota firms are still eager to hire

Big-tech companies on the West Coast this fall have been laying off hundreds, even thousands, of people at once. But in Minnesota, employers are still actively hiring.

While some are becoming more cautious amid concerns about a possible recession next year, for now the biggest obstacle for many Minnesota businesses remains finding workers to fill open positions, recruiters and business groups say.

"The number one issue for most of the members who I talk to remains talent," said Charlie Weaver, executive director of the Minnesota Business Partnership, which represents many of the state's largest companies. "The tech sector is really struggling right now but others are desperate for talent."

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