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Over the course of 2020 and 2021, we’ve collectively experienced incredible shifts in the way we live, learn, and work. As we look ahead to 2022, several interesting trends are emerging that will have a major impact on all industries. I’d like to share some of my observations from the fast-moving world of ed tech […]
With a record 4.3 million Americans having quit their jobs in August, industries across the board are facing a dire worker shortage. Chief among these industries is technology, with a staggering 65% of technology leaders agreeing that hiring challenges are hurting the industry. Tech workers know they have leverage, so it’s in the hands of […]
As we enter the second holiday season since the start of COVID-19, business owners are getting creative when it comes to company parties. Many companies are determining that basic virtual events may not suffice this year, so they are rethinking year-end celebrations completely. The lifting of COVID restrictions in many places has employers examining their […]
One of my current vices is the television series Yellowstone, which I’ll admit I was drawn into in a big binge-the-first-3-seasons-in-3-weeks way. For those of you who are not familiar with the show, it centers on patriarch John Dutton and the Dutton family, who for generations have owned the Yellowstone Ranch in Montana on which […]
While most people probably consider themselves to be proactive go-getters, the reality is that everyone is guilty of procrastination from time to time. There are a variety of reasons for procrastination, ranging from depression to an inability to focus due to fear of failure, but one of the biggest culprits is simply the desire to […]
With companies around the globe struggling to find staff, could the time be ripe for an explosion in RPA? What kinds of solutions can this technology offer, and what does it mean for workers and employers long term? What’s Going On With the Labor Market? It’s no secret that the labor market, both in the […]
It’s fair to say that the workplace we once knew is gone. As we transition to a new kind of normal, many changes are gaining traction while replacing the traditional work environment. In my role counseling executive leaders for Vaya Group’s corporate clients, I’ve started to notice some emerging workplace trends that will continue to […]
A key element of diversity, equity, and inclusion is finding ways to not only hire more diverse workers but also elevate them within their organization. For Shameka Young, VP and Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) at Cognizant, leveraging the company’s focus on affinity groups, targeted hiring, and other practices have been key factors […]
Most people don’t know how to truly understand someone else’s point of view without letting their own thoughts and emotions get in the way. Some leaders are guilty of this, often sitting in their own place of judgment rather than using empathy as the bridge to understanding and connection. Empathy is about taking time to […]
The labor market recruiters and HR departments operated in not so long ago was a dream scenario. After the 2008 financial crisis, unemployment reached levels not seen since the Great Depression, and it seemed employers held all the bargaining power when hiring new talent. But the labor market, like any market, can be fickle and […]