Employment

Montanans are known for their toughness, so when it comes to quitting, that's not something we associate with the state, but new data suggests different.

The cost of living in Montana is driven by the cost of housing. What about getting a good job that INCLUDED housing? Montana companies desperately need to fill some positions so they're willing to offer free or very low-cost housing options that come along with the gig.

You've had to wait weeks (or months) for an appointment for something that used to take a few days to get in.

According to most folks, jobs are easy to find in Montana with cities and towns struggling to find employees. Where does Montana rank compared to other states?

If you thought the labor shortage around the Gallatin Valley was bad, it may get a lot worse due to 'quiet quitting'.

This morning sucked. It sucked because of Montana's labor shortage. It sucked because I was put in an awkward position as a customer, but it wasn't anyone's fault.

Yup. And I'm kind of happy about it. Have you ever worked in fast food? IT'S REALLY HARD. Some fast food and other national chain restaurants are currently offering $18 to $20 per hour in the Bozeman area.

If you were required to get a vaccine by your employer, would you get vaccinated or quit?

NOTE: I hate the grocery store. But I LOVE the people that work there and bust their tail everyday to make sure the most essential of essential services continue to operate. Things DO NOT seem right, however.

Change your life on Wednesday, June 2nd at SIMMS. How about Wellbeing Coaching, fishing education opportunities and events, SIMMS and industry pro discounts? Those are just the tip of the iceberg of benefits. This hiring event might be the best thing you ever do for yourself.

When I was young, I wanted to grow up to be a pilot. I was always fascinated by airplanes and helicopters.

Here in Montana, the weirdest thing people put on resume doesn't actually seem that weird.