In this very tight labor market, several cities and states across the U.S. have really raised the bar on talent attraction. In a CNBC article published late last year, Tulsa, Oklahoma, North Platte, Nebraska, and Newton, Iowa, along with the states of Maine, Alaska, and Vermont were all recognized for their incentives offered to workers for moving and working in their area. These range from $10,000 relocation bonuses and housing stipends, to various tax and education credits. Yes, I’m serious.