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Leadership And Letting Go
In my leadership practice, I often work with founder-led companies. Some have been around for a long time, and even some of those are run by founder CEOs who — even after building out a great leadership team – – still struggle with letting go of some responsibilities,...
Freelancer Estimated Taxes Are Due Soon — When To Pay
Tax time can be rough for freelancers and side hustlers, especially if you didn't save enough money to cover your tax bill. April 15 isn't just the day your 2024 tax bill is due -- it's also the deadline to pay your first estimated quarterly tax payment for...
US Industry Leader Warns: Trump’s Aluminum Tariffs Could Cost 100,000 American Jobs
President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 25% tariff on all imported aluminum could cost 100,000 American jobs, the CEO of one of the largest US aluminum makers warned on Tuesday. The new tariff rate, a 15 percentage point increase from prior levels that...
Remote Work Can Be ‘A Protective Shield’ Against Gender Discrimination
Having staff physically in the workplace benefits companies and employees through stronger team collaboration and informal mentorship. But as organizations continue to corral employees back into the office, they should recognize that women pay a price through...
The Construction Gig Economy: Reshaping The Industry
The gig economy is rapidly transforming the construction industry, introducing a flexible workforce model where skilled tradespeople and laborers connect directly with contractors and clients through digital platforms. This shift from traditional employment to...
Top US Cities For Side Hustles
The gig economy has boomed in recent years, and it shows no signs of slowing down. In 2024 alone, an estimated 41 million US workers reported having side hustles. While some Americans engage in a side gig because they’re passionate about it, the majority...
Building A Future-Ready Workforce In The Age Of Automation
Automation is undeniably changing the nature of work in the manufacturing industry. While some fear that robots will replace human workers entirely, the reality is more nuanced. Automation primarily takes over repetitive, physically demanding, and hazardous tasks,...
The AI-Powered Talent Ecosystem: Trust, Strategy, And The Future Of Work
The AI revolution in talent acquisition goes far beyond improving hiring processes. While AI is transforming how we find and screen candidates, its deeper impact lies in reshaping the fundamental relationship between organizations and talent. The future of work isn’t...
