Holiday season is upon us, and big retailers are staffing up. Problem is, a lot of people already have jobs, and unemployment has hovered near five percent all year. As companies compete for seasonal workers, there may be an opportunity for people who find it hardest to get jobs.
Editor’s note: The original headline for this audio content inaccurately described the employment status of potential seasonal workers. It has been corrected.
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