For the last two decades, career advice sounded something like:Pick a lane. Stay in it. Climb vertically. But 2025 has officially broken that model. Candidates aren’t just switching jobs more often; they’re reshaping their careers around flexibility, meaning, autonomy, and future-proof skills. And employers across accounting, finance, HR, operations, and...
The May jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates an economic recovery with strong employment figures. However, employers should note some key trends for workforce planning this summer. The US job market shows a low unemployment rate of 4%, with the addition of 272,000 nonfarm jobs, mainly in government, leisure and hospitality, and […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has shaken things up, especially in fields like recruitment. But even with all its fancy tech, there are some solid reasons why human recruiters aren’t going anywhere, particularly when you are searching for critical needs, specialty, or executive positions. Artificial Intelligence (AI), or machine intelligence, encompasses...
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...
A quote by Richard C. Morais, author of The Hundred-Foot Journey, perfectly sums up the grit and resilience required in these uncertain times of COVID-19: “There are many points in life when we cannot see what awaits us around the corner, and it is precisely at such times, when our path forward is unclear, that we must […]
Etiquette is a must-add to your business skills portfolio, especially at office holiday party time. If you feel a bit stressed by your less-than-formal comportment, take heart. With a few tips, you can shine at your company gala without becoming tomorrow’s water-cooler entertainment! Job One: Attend! Yes, many corporate functions can be tedious, but there...
Most older people who have been in the workplace for a while know about anxiety on the job. This is not college-style stress: “I know I am going to bomb my exam,” or “Are we about to break up?” type of anxiety, but an increasingly persistent or acute kind of tension that sticks in the pit […]
The good news for the economy is that lots of people have jobs. And jobs. And jobs. Mainly younger workers are now job-hopping on average every 2.8 years! And with 7.1 million openings, there are fewer reasons to worry they won’t find work. In September, the national jobless rate declined to its lowest since December 1969, from 3.7% to 3.5%. Local areas...
Have you noticed lately that you aren’t entirely on your game, your attention-span seems sluggish, or you’re burned out by 3 pm? It could be that you are too busy juggling work, life, and family to focus on work. Or it could be that what you do or don’t put in your mouth is affecting your performance. We […]
Everyone deserves a fair chance. That’s the motto of Greyston, a certified B-Corporation whose mission is to “create thriving communities through the practice and promotion of Open HiringTM.” Since 1982, Greyston founder, Bernie Glassman (1939-1918), lived this mission by hiring virtually anyone, believing that respecting and trusting in the capabilities of...
As another year draws to a close, it’s a good idea to reflect on the ways social movements have impacted how we do business, especially in areas like wages, benefits, and procedures. If you’ve been a regular reader of our Partnership Employment blog page, you’ll know we have touched on many key issues that have challenged […]
Why it’s important to combat incivility in the workplace Most of America cringed when SNL’s Pete Davidson said that newly elected Texas Republican Dan Crenshaw, the decorated former Navy SEAL who lost an eye in an IED explosion in Afghanistan, looked like a “hit man from a porno movie.†Helped by a humorous, but a […]
Although hoodies and harem pants no longer raise eyebrows in some workplaces, there is a lot of confusion today over what is appropriate to wear to work. And if it is your first day on the job, showing up inappropriately dressed can really get you off to a poor start. That’s because, rightly or wrongly, first […]
A consultant, who works out of her home office, used a software security service as part of her internet package. After upgrading to a fiber optic system, the software wouldn’t work.  As the problem repeatedly recurred even after reinstalling, she called her internet company’s helpline. While she shouldn’t have been too surprised given the technical...
Everyone wants to oversee something, even if it is only controlling their own environment. In the workplace, being in charge signifies that you’ve “arrived.” That your efforts have been noted and found worthy of advancement. Therefore, it is frustrating when you get passed over every time an opportunity to supervise presents itself. If this happens […]
Looking back over an eventful 2017, we can only assume more of the same, uber-dynamic challenges, but also opportunities for growth in 2018. With innovative technology driving changes in customer communications and marketing, IT and internet security, and dynamic workflow and human resource policies, companies – and especially small businesses – may find it...
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