The 483 respondents represent large and small employers across the state in many industry sectors. Another 17 percent said New York's business climate is about average. Employers believe that New York's new tougher academic standards will better prepare all students for jobs and careers. Employers remain concerned about recent high school graduates' preparedness for jobs and careers. Employers want New York's colleges, universities, and research institutions to be national and global leaders in technology.
Employers feel more confident about recent college graduates' preparedness for work.
Employers see significant improvement in the last five years in the overall effect of state government regulations. Employers say attracting and retaining large corporations is a key to prosperity. The view that attracting and retaining large corporations is a key to prosperity was strong among respondents of all sizes. Many employers think overall taxes have gone down, but most think the overall burden remains high. Respondents felt most strongly about property taxes.