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Attracting & Retaining Talent? Young Professionals say ‘Next Job Could be in Greater Philadelphia': Report

Young professionals said their "next job could be in Greater Philadelphia," according to a new study that shows the region is becoming an area that can attract and retain talent.

Drawing professionals and keeping them from migrating to different areas is one of the top priorities for any major metropolitan area, and it looks like Greater Philadelphia is proving to be an appealing one for a particular group called the emerging mid-career professionals.

About 93 percent of young professionals said they think their next job could be in Greater Philadelphia, according to results of a survey conducted by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.

Of that figure, 67 percent said "yes," while only 7 percent said "no."

Safety, affordability and rent/home prices were the top factors that made the region appealing for the survey's targeted group of professionals, or those aged 25-39.

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