More than 500,000 American manufacturing jobs remain unfilled. Are negative perceptions and myths about manufacturing holding young people and career seekers back from pursuing these high-paying jobs now attainable to people of all backgrounds? Terry Iverson, former owner of Iverson & Company and founder of CHAMPION Now!, an organization dedicated to improving the image of manufacturing among students, parents, and educators, joins Barbara to discuss: The roots of the worker shortage problem Common myths and misconceptions Inspiring career success stories Why newcomers are advancing quickly The case for ANYONE interested in manufacturing applying for open roles   Show notes: CHAMPION Now!: https://championnow.org/about/