We’re failing managers. Here’s how we can support them instead

Managers are pivotal to organizational culture, performance improvement and employee engagement. Great managers consistently motivate teams to achieve goals and improve performance. ...

The benefits of establishing a board of directors

A decade ago, our firm took a step that has proven to be one of the best moves in the history of our company: putting in place a board of directors. I arrived at that decision after ...

Diverse and empowered women ready for business

International Women’s Day: “Count Her In, Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress.”

In a research capacity, I am encountering some rather demoralizing statistics regarding gender inequality, pay disparities and a gendered future, among other topics. But when it starts ...

Create a strong team culture and make your employees happy in 2024

As the CEO of Giftpack and a four-time startup founder, my entrepreneurial journey in the staffing industry hasn’t always been easy, but ultimately I was able to find a way that works ...

Navigating a more balanced job market: A guide for staffing leaders

Employers are navigating an interesting dynamic in the job market. The previously clear upper hand, held alternately by companies or job seekers and employees, has given way to a more ...

The hidden benefits of ESG: Are sustainable practices the key to retaining top talent?

As the way we search for top talent continues to evolve, environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices have moved steadily towards the heart of strategic business planning. Beyond ...

Going forward by giving back: Why people and purpose come first in business

Is prioritizing a purpose-driven approach a genuine commitment to societal good, or is it merely a strategic move to attract and retain talent in a competitive job market? As someone ...

Improve the candidate experience — Improve candidate acquisition

All the buzz these days is about the candidate experience. I hate to pile on, but that idea has legs. We are still in a very competitive job market. There are still one and a half open ...

New technology will accelerate the transition to a skills-based organization

The business world is buzzing about rebuilding the American workforce based on skills over degrees. With the labor market tighter than ever, companies know they must reinvent talent ...

The Great Resignation is over: What it means for staffing firms

We’ve all heard of the Great Resignation. In 2021 and 2022, record numbers of employees left their jobs in the wake of the pandemic. There were many reasons for this, including a ...

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