Many graphic designers focus on learning the newest techniques and technologies to advance their career. However, in many ways, it is equally as important to have a solid understanding of where the roots of graphic design began and a familiarity with the designers who have forever changed the industry. By having a solid understanding of […] Read Article “Highlighting Three Influential Graphic Designers”
“As key employees are more comfortable with the economy, they are beginning to jump ship for better opportunities.” Those words by Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, Inc. in a recent article about the current job market, should give all managers pause. An improving and changing economy is creating increasing demand for skilled workers, […] Read Article “Top Retention Strategies for IT Employees In-Demand”
Every year we release our Job Market Perspectives report, which details the current state of the job market broken down by industry sector and region. The report also contains important topics and useful information such as a 2013 year in review, a summary of the last five years, as well as an executive polling section […] Read Article “2014 Job Market Perspectives Blog Series – Part Three: The Year Ahead”
Every year we release our Job Market Perspectives report, which details the current state of the job market broken down by industry sector and region. The report also contains important topics and useful information such as a 2013 year in review, a summary of the last five years, as well as an executive polling section […] Read Article “2014 Job Market Perspectives Blog Series – Part Two: 2013, A Year in Review”
Every year we release our Job Market Perspectives report, which details the current state of the job market broken down by industry sector and region. The report also contains important topics and useful information such as a 2013 year in review, a summary of the last five years, as well as an executive polling section […] Read Article “2014 Job Market Perspectives Blog Series – Part One: The Recession”
When it comes to healthcare reform, for many employers the magic number is 50. Employers with 50 or more full-time workers are classified by the government as a “large employer” and will be required to provide healthcare coverage that meets government standards to employees. However, if you’re an employer near or over that threshold you […] Read Article “Will Healthcare Reform Change The Way You Hire?”
Great leaders understand that the success of their business depends largely on their employees, and how they perform and grow within the company. The hiring process is only the first stage to running a successful business and retaining high performance employees. In order for a company to grow, employees need to grow as well. Fostering […] Read Article “Foster Growth to Keep Your Talent Talented”
Will the U.S. job market finally turn the corner in 2014? And, if so, what will be the hottest careers as the economy improves? Many experts say employment will continue to improve in the coming year. Kiplinger’s Economic Outlook 2014 estimated that net job growth will see an uptick from about 180,000 a month this […] Read Article “Promising Job Sectors in 2014”
Are you paying too much for your temporary help? If your organization is working with a wide array of staffing partners, the answer is likely yes. At many companies, an inconsistent, patchwork approach to hiring contingent workers has evolved over time. While such a system may provide a high degree of flexibility and autonomy from […] Read Article “Finding the Right Staffing Solutions for Your Business”
Now, more than ever, might be the right time to add a mature worker to your team. There are many benefits to hiring someone with plenty of workforce experience; chief-among them are problem-solving ability, maturity, motivation, and seasoned communication skills. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about mature workers; in reality, hiring a […] Read Article “Hiring Mature Workers”