While considered a good indicator of a healthy economy, the low national unemployment rate over the last several years has brought challenges to many businesses as they compete for a smaller number of candidates with the skills needed for their…
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…
With unemployment levels at nearly a 50-year low—at 3.5% in December 2019, according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics—there are less active job seekers. That means employers must compete to find, identify, and recruit top talent. A competitive…
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…
Since before the Industrial Revolution, manufacturing has steadily evolved as new technologies develop. The first automatic flour mill was built in 1785, and since then, the production of goods has become a significant part of the American economy. US manufacturing…
The U.S. is seeing a competitive job market, where applicants are in the drivers’ seats and employers are competing for their attention. By the end of 2019, the jobless rate hit a 50-year low. Warehouse operations managers have to…
With more employers competing for a smaller talent pool, it has become increasingly competitive for businesses who want to hire great talent. In April 2019, the American unemployment rate was 3.6%, the lowest rate since 1969. According to the 2018 Recruiter…
Payroll is often one of the largest portions of an employer’s budget, which means that finding ways to control staffing costs strategically has a huge impact on your business’s bottom line. When you need help but you’re not certain who,…
Our “Finding Top Talent” series has explored how to attract top talent and encourage them to submit their applications for open positions. Now we’re going to focus on what to do when your application pile includes several potential superstars. Here’s…
You’ve crafted the perfect job posting. The next step is to ensure that candidates find it, and read it. If you want your job posting to shine, you need to ensure it gets posted to the right place. Otherwise, you…
Ian Espino moved from Guam to the United States with his mother and brother, looking for a fresh start. However, their first month living in Washington State was hard for them financially. Ian wanted to do his part. “I wanted to contribute and help out with the bills,” he shared. Unfortunately, Ian didn’t have previous work … Continue Reading
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Strengthen Your Company Culture for the New Reality
This activity is APPROVED for SHRM recertification credits
When: July 17, 2020
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST
Join CEO of Vitiello Communications Group, Jill Vitiello, in a lively and enlightening presentation on how modern leaders are strengthening their corporate cultures to survive crisis and thrive in the new reality. Plus, learn the top five actions leaders can take now to create a culture of diversity, inclusion and equality.
