More than half of employees at small companies said they strongly agree that they can "be themselves" at work, while only 36% of employees at larger companies felt the same way. (Credit: Nuthawut/Adobe Stock)
In the midst of a nationwide labor shortage, small businesses have a unique tool at their disposal that, if used effectively, could make them more attractive than larger companies to prospective employees.
As small businesses typically have less staff, many of whom work closely with management, they're better poised to ensure their people feel valued and happy at work. That's according to a new study from Homebase about the future of local work released Thursday, which surveyed 3,300 hourly and gig workers in June.
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Raychel Lean
Raychel Lean is ALM's Florida bureau chief, overseeing the Daily Business Review. Email her at [email protected] or follow her on Twitter via @raychellean.
