The employment landscape can be hard to navigate. We get it. But knowledge is power and we’d like to be one of the places you visit to gain knowledge—from all perspectives. So, whether you’re looking to hire or looking for work, take a look below, where you’re sure to find some valuable information!
Looking at the latest BLS “Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment – December 2014” report, we see that unemployment was lower in December than a year earlier in 341 of the 372 metro areas. Unemployment was higher in 25 areas, and stayed the same in 6 areas. 158 metropolitan areas had rates of less than 5 […] Read Article “Job Market Update: Employment Increases in Metro & Regional Areas”
Recently, I had the displeasure of having to end a long-term relationship with an agency partner. If you know me, you know that I’m extremely loyal to people, brands and companies that do great work, give it 100% and have a positive, passionate outlook. I hate changing agencies because I hate losing all the institutional […] Read Article “4 Clear Signs a Work Relationship Is In Big Trouble”
Source: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics “The Employment Situation – January 2014″ The highest employment gains occurred in retail trade, construction, health care, financial activities and manufacturing, however, the unemployment rate saw little change, finishing at 5.7 percent. Taking a closer look at the industries, here are some key sector highlights from the BLS “The Employment […] Read Article “Job Market Update: 2015’s Leading Industries”
Right now, Brian Williams, NBC Nightly News Anchor is stepping away from the desk for the next several days following reports that he embellished a personal story during his 2003 Iraq invasion coverage. The public is now scrutinizing many of the stories this trusted news anchor reported and his credibility is being questioned. But it […] Read Article “How Embellishment Damages Your Career”
Source: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics “The Employment Situation – January 2015″ Great news in the labor market! January brought 257,000 new jobs to the U.S. economy – a jump of 5,000 from December and 113,000 from this time last year. As reported last month, 2014 saw an average job growth of 246,000 per month, […] Read Article “Job Market Update: 2015 off to a Healthy Start Adding 257,000 Jobs”
Many who walk into their first job or first step in a new career make common mistakes that can set back their career path and diminish their reputation in the workplace. Here are five subtle things that you can stop doing this year to be more successful at work.
The United States has become a global leader due in major part to the innovation and accomplishments of STEM workers; however, 74 percent of graduates who attained a STEM degree are pursuing unrelated career paths. Furthermore, the amount of high school seniors who are interested in pursing a STEM career is diminishing as well. These […] Read Article “Announcing the 2015 Adecco Engineering & Technology STEM Scholarship”
Work-based learning programs are educational tracks that provide direct exposure and experience to a career path. These programs offer a valuable look at a career path for anyone considering their career options, and they offer experience and networking that would otherwise be unavailable. The more common types of programs include internships, co-ops, and pre-apprenticeship programs. […] Read Article “Work-Based Learning Programs: Changing the Talent Pool”
A 2013 Harvard Business Review post points out that “companies replete with both inherent and acquired diversity, we find, out-innovate and outperform the competition.” This understanding that diversity and inclusion are actually essential to building a strong company – and scaffolding good business overall – is still a fairly new idea in the business world. […] Read Article “Why a Diversity Initiative in 2015 Will Strengthen Your Hiring Process & Culture”
Ending one year and staring another without job prospects can be draining and discouraging, but with data suggesting that 2015 will offer a stronger market for job seekers, those looking for a new job should approach the New Year with a fresh perspective, re-boot their search and stay open minded about prospects. Here are a […] Read Article “How to Maximize Your Job Search in 2015”