Growing jobs : transforming the way we approach economic development /
Thomas C. Tuttle ; foreword by Jean-Claude Lauzon.
- xxiii, 209 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-202) and index.
"This compelling book provides concrete examples and practical guidelines for addressing the most serious economic challenge facing the United States and every community in the nation: growing good jobs and enabling people to function effectively in these occupations. Lays out a methodology that enables each community to find its unique path towards the common vision of an economy that works for all citizens, Provides suggestions for moving the community from the current system to a "transformed" economic development system. Presents success stories from Austin, Texas, and Dubuque, Iowa, and highlights the principles that have made these two cities' approaches effective"--
9781440837227 1440837228
40026293700
2016005696
Manpower policy, Rural--United States. Job creation--United States. Rural industries--Government policy--United States. Job creation. Job creation. Manpower policy, Rural. Rural industries--Government policy. Beschäftigungspolitik Humankapital Wirtschaftsentwicklung Regionalpolitik