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Mike, sitting across the conference table from me, looked totally defeated. As a division executive for a leading research laboratory, he was accountable for millions in budget, several hundred highly professional employees, and the production of thousands of high-quality tests weekly. Recent cost-cutting and staff reductions had put pressure on hiring, and an expectation that […]
In the blur of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers around the world scrambled to implement mental health solutions and strategies to support their workforce. But as things have (mostly) returned to normal, a critical question has surfaced: Have these efforts made a meaningful impact? The rise of therapy within the U.S. accompanied by the continued fall […]
In the whirlwind of parenthood, nothing prepared me for the curveball of my youngest son, Ben, being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It wasn’t a smooth journey by any means. Looking back now, the signs were there—his struggles in daycare, the constant battles to soothe himself—but the diagnosis still felt like a sudden gust […]
Growing up, I was a “pastor’s daughter” and watched him teach the word of God to others very often. It was always a fascinating experience to see how he spent his days and to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of his work life. I would sit and watch the hustle and bustle around me, trying to […]
With historic low unemployment, a need for candidates with evolving skills is driving a national movement. Skilled Through Alternative Routes, or STARs, refers to the estimated 70 million workers ages 25 and older who are active members of the workforce and have a high school diploma but no bachelor’s degree. Instead, they have gained valuable […]
It really is incredible how far we’ve come with mental health at work, even if there’s still a long way to go. Before the pandemic, engaging with organizations on mental health was much more of an education piece; encouraging leaders and decision-makers to think about the wellbeing of their people, motivated primarily by its links […]
While not a conventional source of inspiration for human resources (HR) professionals, the Godfather movie series can provide a rich narrative that is applicable to organizational behavior. For example, succession planning plays a pivotal role in the series, shaping the narrative and demonstrating the complexities and importance of ensuring leadership continuity in any organization or […]
As a gastroenterologist, I see all types of disorders of the gut. From diarrhea to vomiting and everything in between, my patients often suffer from symptoms and conditions that seem inescapable and never-ending because they are so physically exhausting. Yet, remarkably few of these are caused by actual structural issues within the digestive system. Many […]
The labor participation rate for women in the United States has steadily increased since the plummets we experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s perhaps because of that positive trend that this next statistic will sound so troubling: As recently as last year, women only made up around 31% of all employed persons in field service […]
Education and prevention are critical when it comes to improving women’s heart health, and HR leaders like you can play a pivotal role in spreading awareness and empowering women to take charge of their cardiac health. Consider my story: I was in my mid-40s and was experiencing persistent fatigue. I would get exhausted just walking […]