The legal cannabis market has experienced exponential growth over the last few years as state legislation has changed across the country – bringing equal parts opportunity and confusion for companies looking to expand with the industry. Plants aside, there are a number of specific growing pains providing headaches that human resource expertise could alleviate. As […] Read Article “A Look Ahead into the Cannabis Industry”
While most industries have managed to spring back into action despite the COVID-19 pandemic causing far-reaching disruption, the effects of social distancing and lockdowns are still seen in many sectors. The shipping and transportation sector was slowed down to a steady crawl in 2020 as social distancing and lockdowns hit, and as the industry has […] Read Article “Increased Demand Fueling Wage Increases for Truck Drivers”
The labor force in the United States is the powerful motor that drives economic growth and makes it possible for companies in different industries to hire a wide range of talent and continue innovating. The U.S. labor force participation rate has been steadily falling for about 20 years and will probably result in some big […] Read Article “As the Labor Force Shrinks, Wages Increase”
Amidst the hectic environment of the pandemic, the life sciences industry has been challenged with many factors in hopes to eventually move forward into a post-pandemic world. Among these challenges, was the quick turnaround of developing, testing, and distributing the COVID-19 vaccine. Additionally, testing for viruses, in general, has been challenged to ensure accuracy and […] Read Article “Staffing Trends within the Life Sciences Industry”
As we reflect on the rocky year that was 2021, many Americans were struggling to find a balance with so much uncertainty. Both small and large businesses having to temporarily and even permanently close their doors, and many were greatly financially affected. As we head into tax return season, we know that taxes are likely […] Read Article “Preparing for the 2022 Tax Season”
In 2019, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill called the “Raise the Minimum Wage Act”, which would lift federal minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2025. What would this mean for our economy? How are independent, publicly traded companies dealing with this? Let’s take a look. http://rusbankinfo.ru Minimum Wage Plans The federal minimum wage currently sits at […] Read Article “Upcoming Minimum Wage Changes and How They Could Impact Your Business”
We know, we know. Staffing changes every year. But there are some pretty big trends coming your way in 2017. Emerging technology is going to touch every facet of your business, including staffing. And change isn’t going to be restricted to computer chips – the skills gap and the continuation of the candidate-driven market will […] Read Article “Top Trends in Staffing”