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I Built a Career on a 2nd-grade Education
In the last few years, finding work has become even more of a challenge for people who are unemployed. I remember when my now-wife was laid off early in our relationship and how she struggled to find a new job, even though she was highly educated and had...
The 10 Highest-rated Jobs by Gen Z Workers, According to Glassdoor
If your company is on the hunt for a corporate recruiter, chances are, a large number of your candidates will be Gen Zers, according to a new report. In their recent report, 'A Change of Pace For Gen Z Employees Entering the Workforce,' Glassdoor analyzed their...
How Leading Companies Secure a Hybrid Workforce
The last few years have seen a seismic shift in people working remotely. Outdated technology like VPNs and firewalls are meant to secure corporate networks while accessing applications primarily residing in the data center. VPNs and firewalls solved issues relating to...
WeWork: Inflation and Hybrid Work ‘Skyrocketed’ Demand for Flexible Workspace
Global inflationary pressures are pushing companies to be "more nimble" with their corporate real estate portfolios, according to WeWork. "That ... has put the need for companies to look at flexibility in managing and thinking about their workspace," said Samit...
India: 1 in 2 Gig Workers Finds It Difficult to Upskill, Find New Job
More than 1 in 2 (52 per cent) gig workers in India feel that their work environment makes it challenging to upskill or find new job opportunities, a report showed on Tuesday. Almost 50 per cent of online platform workers find their jobs...
Today’s Labor Force: How Do Gig Workers Fit?
So-called gig workers are everywhere in the economy — Uber drivers, food delivery people, and others. In today’s workforce, they’re basically considered an independent contractor under the law. There aren’t many rules that govern gig work — on the federal...
How Universities Can Boost Student Employability
The looming recession climate is causing concerns over skyrocketing student debt. On top of a deeply unaffordable housing market, these factors call for universities to be more relevant in terms of preparing students for employability. This is a break with the...
A “Must Read” for Leaders Committed to Teamwork
Patrick Lencioni has a unique way of bringing his message to life in “The Ideal Team Player”! His parable style makes this short book enjoyable and an excellent teaching tool. Lencioni tells the story of Jeff Shanley, a leader desperate to save his uncle’s company by...
