The battle is real. A mobile device for each employee, hefty referral bonuses, and college tuition reimbursement – retailers are now offering these benefits and more to lure workers with what was once the hallmark of an executive position. After over a year of constant change spurred by the pandemic, retailers now find themselves at war for talent – not just with their competitors or other service businesses, but with companies of all stripes that are seeking out staff in one of the tightest labor markets in recent memory. Today, we'll break down the current battle for staff, and we'll share strategies for recruiting, retention, and the role of technology.