The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) today released its “Employment
Situation Report” for July, 2018. It is
a very positive report that continues to reflect an improved workforce environment.
Workforce health is related to the overall health of the
economy: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reportedly increased 4.1% in the second quarter
of this year – a high growth rate; measures
of business and consumer confidence are high; wages may finally be rising in a tight labor market;
inflation is holding at about 2%; the
stock market remains at very high levels.