Job seekers still have opportunities despite market changes and a slowdown in job creation. Flexible scheduling and innovative benefits are key attractors. That’s because pandemic-era professionals got used to managing their home and work responsibilities simultaneously. We need to recognize that values have changed; people want to “work to live”, not “live to work”. Employers who adapt and offer flexible …
Skills and Strategies for Becoming a High-EQ Leader
In a world where headlines are frequently dominated by tales of executives, politicians, and community leaders faltering in their responsibilities to both their organizations and the people they serve, the question arises: what sets apart a steadfast, decisive, and adaptable leader from one who crumbles under the weight of economic, geopolitical, and societal pressures? Even individuals boasting exceptional intelligence sometimes …
Mental Health Matters: Strategies for Workplace Suicide Prevention
A silent struggle often goes unnoticed in workspaces and home offices across America until it’s too late. That’s why September is Suicide Prevention Month, urging us to shine a spotlight on the pressing issue of mental wellness within the professional community. Since 2020, nearly half of American workers reported experiencing mental health issues (46%) according to The Standard Insurance Company …
How to Have a Smooth Summer-to-Job Transition
Enjoying free time, getting reacquainted with your teenagers, or spending more time in the mountains and beaches – what’s not to love about a lazy summer, especially if you left your job last spring? However, with the certainty of summer’s end comes the realization that your career waits for no one. So do not let summer bills pile up or …
How to Outshine AI Performance and Keep Your Job
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been front and center in the news lately, especially regarding its potential to transform the job market. The two most popular artificial intelligence brainiacs, Bing AI, and ChatGPT, enlightened us on their versions of which occupations a cybernetic Armageddon could eventually obliterate. Check to see if your job is at risk and whether you need to …
