In a recent discussion with WOAI's Michael Board, NFIB State Director Jeff Burdett addressed the persistent labor shortages impacting small business owners.

According to the latest NFIB jobs report, 36% of small business owners reported having job openings they were unable to fill in November, marking an increase of one percentage point from October.

Burdett noted the dedication required from small business owners during this busy season. "Small business owners are out there, probably putting in 60 hours a week or 80 hours a week. They love their business and they want to do all they can for that business and so that’s just kind of part of being a small business owner. You put in those type of hours," he stated.

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