Within this topic, contestants might illustrate or discuss any of the following:

• Based on research from employers, what skills do Americans need?
  
• How does SkillsUSA provide the skills needed?
  
• How does participation in SkillsUSA provide members an edge in the workforce?
  
• How does involvement in SkillsUSA provide a competitive edge to America in the global economy?
  
• By participating in SkillsUSA events, how will you be more marketable in the workforce?
  
• What do SkillsUSA members need to do to be prepared?
  
• What skills have you gained through SkillsUSA that will make you prepared to enter your chosen field?
  
• How does SkillsUSA continue to adapt to prepare students with these needed skills?
  
• What principles was America founded on, how are those still relevant today?
  
• Why do American citizens need to have a variety of skills?
  
• How do we establish an attitude of life-long learning of through the SkillsUSA programs?
  
• What is the American workforce projected to look like when you graduate, how does this impact your plans?