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Reaching retirement is a bittersweet goal and achievement for many Americans. On the one hand, it represents a well-earned transition to a quieter, more relaxing life after a long career. On the other hand, it represents the loss of some measure of purpose and worth for many. But for a growing number of Americans, retirement […]
In American culture and social settings, it’s long been taboo to discuss one’s salary. Sharing that information around those who earn more can make the lower earner feel inferior. Sharing with those who earn less can feel like gloating. More broadly, most people feel it isn’t anyone else’s business how much they make. But things […]
It’s often difficult for a long-serving leader to step aside and let a younger generation take the reins. That’s true in both business and in politics, and business leaders can likely draw some lessons in succession planning from the recent experience of the Democratic Party in settling on a nominee for president. Leadership in Politics […]
Global job markets are in the throes of strong winds of change, from the parabolic rise of AI technologies to a growing reckoning with the costs of higher education. In the short term, hiring practices have been among the workplace domains most destabilized, causing many to wonder what employee characteristics matter most in an increasingly […]
In a recent press release, people- and money-management solution provider Workday, Inc. announced findings from its semi-annual Global Workforce Report, which looked at data from a poll of over 1,000 respondents in July 2024, to help understand ongoing labor market and hiring trends. Here are a few of the report’s key findings. Labor Market Leverage […]
A federal judge has halted implementation of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) highly anticipated worker non-compete rule. The rule, as written, bans existing and future non-compete agreements for virtually all workers, creating a seismic shift in employers’ ability to use such restrictions across most industries. But on August 20, 2024, a Texas federal court judge […]
Ever feel like that quick-apply job application you fired off recently just went into a black hole? You may be on to something. Anyone who’s applied to jobs in the digital age understands how tedious and time-consuming the process of completing applications can be. Many applicants are likely applying to dozens of jobs. The Need […]
Kisha Thompson, the Chief People Officer at ConnectWise, is a seasoned HR professional with a passion for fostering a thriving workplace. With over 15 years of experience, Thompson has a proven track record in driving employee development, talent acquisition, and organizational success. Before joining ConnectWise, she held key HR leadership roles at ClickDimensions and Health Integrated, […]
As Hispanic Heritage Month unfolds from September 15 to October 15, it offers a valuable opportunity for organizations to celebrate the contributions, culture, and influence of Hispanic and Latino employees in the workplace. For Human Resources (HR) professionals, this month is a time to not only recognize the achievements of Hispanic team members but also […]
The four-day workweek is building momentum and may become more prevalent soon. A KPMG survey shows that 30% of large U.S. companies are exploring new work schedules that include a Monday–Thursday model. Not surprisingly, the vast majority of U.S. workers favor a four-day workweek for their well-being. With employee burnout soaring and companies needing to […]