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* 1. To what extent do you agree with the following statement: It is hard to find qualified workers in my industry right now.

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* 2. To what extent are you satisfied with the talent of your new hires?

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* 3. To what extent do you believe the current education system (K-12 and higher education) are meeting your industry’s specific skill requirements?

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* 4. And, do you think that getting an education beyond high school today is definitely worth it, probably worth it, probably not worth it, or definitely not worth it for each of the following as it relates to preparing students for work in your industry…

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A Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) training program 
A two-year community college 
A non-degree job training program 
A four-year university or college 

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* 5. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:  

When making a hiring decision, I prioritize that a candidate has technical skills and qualifications.

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* 6. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:  

When making a hiring decision, I prioritize that a candidate has “soft” skills and qualifications, such as leadership, communication, and growth mindset.

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* 7. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:  

When making a hiring decision, I look for whether the candidate has obtained some sort of postsecondary credential, whether a skills-based certificate, Associate’s degree, or Bachelor’s degree.  

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* 8. If you prioritize a candidate having a postsecondary credential, which of the following are applicable? Please select all that apply.

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* 9. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:

I am comfortable with hiring recent high school graduates for the job if they have the necessary qualifications and are ready to begin work.

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* 10. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:

I would be open to employing students under 18 for work-based learning, apprenticeships, and other applied workforce training opportunities.  

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* 11. If you do not employ individuals under 18, what is holding you back?

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* 12. What resources or policy changes would make you more likely to hire individuals younger than 18?

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* 13. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:  

I feel equipped to establish partnerships between K-12, postsecondary institutions, and industry in order to provide training opportunities that prepare students for my workforce needs.

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* 14. To what extent do you agree with the following statement:  

There should be more emphasis on “soft”, or “durable” skills – like communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving – in the education system to better prepare students for work.

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* 15. Now, with regards to preparing students for entry into the workforce, please tell me whether you have a favorable or unfavorable impression of the following.

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Industry credentials offered to high school students 
Career and technical education  
Non-degree certification programs
Community colleges
Four-year colleges and universities

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* 16. Which of the following policies do you believe would have the greatest benefit to preparing students for your employment needs?

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* 17. What method(s) does your business use to recruit talent? Please select all that apply. 

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* 18. Generally speaking, what role(s) is your organization looking to hire? Please select all that apply. 

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* 19. National workforce shortages have impacted nearly every business; what measures has your company taken to mitigate these challenges? Please select all that apply. 

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* 20. In recruiting new employees, what skills/characteristics (regardless of position) are most important to your organization? Please rank the following skills/characteristics in order of importance with the first item being the most important.

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* 21. Does your company have internal skills development programs?

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* 22. If there was one thing you could suggest to enhance Tennessee’s workforce, what would it be? 

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* 23. Moving forward, would you be interested in being part of a group to talk more about these issues in-depth with education and workforce stakeholders? If so, please answer the following questions.

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* 24. What industry do you represent?

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* 25. How many people do you employ in Tennessee?

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* 26. What region of the state are you located in?

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