Most businesses and their employees agree that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), is an important workplace issue that needs to be addressed. In fact, a recent Glassdoor study showed that 76% of employees and job seekers care about a diverse…
According to federal health data, there are 61 million adults in the United States living with a disability. That’s 26% of Americans. Manufacturing companies can benefit from inclusive hiring; it can improve your finances, fuel innovation and even help you…
The benefits of diversity and inclusion in the workplace are clear. Recent research has shown diverse businesses are more likely to achieve higher profits, attract top candidates, improve employee satisfaction and fuel innovation. Gender and race are two common areas…
The more diverse your team is, the better your business outcomes can be. According to a January 2018 report by McKinsey & Company, inclusive hiring can lead to results like these: Companies with more gender diversity at the executive level…
A year ago, Jonathan Conway made some decisions that took him out of the workforce for eight months. Because of this, he thought he would have limited success finding employment – even though he had experience with basic maintenance, and…
For hirers in the manufacturing industry, the demand for skilled and talented workers has never been higher. According to a 2019 report by Gallup, more than 2 million skilled workers are currently needed in United States manufacturing industries like aerospace…
Everybody deserves a second chance. And Jose de la Rosa is making the most out of his. Jose was born and raised in Arizona, and for two years he did warehouse work, loading and unloading trucks in the Phoenix-Metro area.…
Your top candidate is an ideal fit for your company’s culture and your current team. Their skills and experience fit the job’s requirements in every way. There’s just one problem: this candidate has, in the past, run afoul of the…
Service animals perform a wide range of important tasks for their handlers. They can help them stay safe when crossing streets or can alert to subtle changes in blood sugar, blood pressure or brain activity. These animals play a crucial…
When asked how a diverse workplace benefits their organization, many managers can list several benefits: a variety of skills; richer perspective based on wide experience; and increased innovation. While these benefits certainly come with a more diverse workforce, they’re not…
People have various reasons for choosing to work specific schedules. For some, it’s a matter of want. For others, however, it’s a necessity. So when an employer makes a sudden announcement saying that they are changing their schedule, it can be a big problem. That’s exactly what happened to Mike Vigil. Mike had been working … Continue Reading
