Noting that illiteracy in the workplace is currently a major problem for American businesses and corporations, this booklet, developed by the National Commission for Employment Policy and Project Literacy U.S., suggests ways in which companies can help their workers become literate. The booklet first outlines the extent of the problem of illiteracy in American business, and notes that workers who cannot read often feel inadequate or crippled, and do not advance in the work force. It then suggests that it is never too late to learn to read, and offers as examples employees who enrolled in reading programs and subsequently became more successful. The next section stresses that businesses are in a unique position to combat illiteracy, and mentions two companies that have started or supported reading programs. The booklet then lists 13 specific ways companies can help their workers become literate, and issues a call to action to abolish illiteracy. A list of several companies and the type of action they have taken, and a list of national resources for more information on illiteracy conclude the booklet. (JC)