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With an average of 41 applicants per job posting within the first seven days, Washington's labour market has become particularly fierce, mainly due to surging demand in Seattle. The city's job competition grew by an astonishing 445.4%.

Nine jobs, such as HVAC technicians and funeral service managers, offer surprisingly high salaries, often exceeding $75,000 annually.

A job applicant repeatedly faced the frustration of being offered a lowball salary despite clear rejection and multiple meetings with company executives, highlighting the challenges of negotiating fair compensation.

JPMorgan Chase leads efforts to hire ex-offenders, citing data on their value and urging businesses to join for a more productive workforce.