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Market forces at work when it comes to jobs in Baton Rouge

Struggling to fill jobs, employers are increasing wages to attract and retain workers.

Justin Alford, left, owner of Benny’s Car Wash, raised starting pay an additional $2 per hour to attract workers for his three B-Quik convenience stores in 2021. (Don Kadair)

Struggling to fill jobs, employers are increasing paying well above minimum wage to attract and retain entry-level workers.


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