The Power of Attention to Detail in Achieving Business Success
In the pursuit of business success, the focus on grand strategies and visionary goals often takes center stage. However, a critical yet sometimes overlooked factor
BLS Report – June 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 206k in June; Unemployment rate changed little at 4.1 percent Both the unemployment rate, at 4.1 percent, and the
UNLOCKING EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION: THE POWER OF INTERNAL THEMES
Businesses are increasingly recognizing the importance of fostering a motivated and engaged workforce. Beyond traditional incentives and perks, organizations may turn to a powerful tool:
BLS Report – May 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 272K in May; Unemployment rate changed little at 4.0 percent Both the unemployment rate, at 4.0 percent, and the
Uncertainty Slows Down Business
Here’s what to do during the lull Whether due to market uncertainty or because we’re in a presidential election year, many companies have slowed down
A Return to the Office Rebuilds Relationships
Meetings are where things get done. Decisions are made, assignments delegated, big announcements get shared. But nothing much would get done in formal meetings if
BLS Report – April 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 175,000 in April; Unemployment rate changed little at 3.9 percent Both the unemployment rate, at 3.9 percent, and the
30-Day Relentless Resolution Challenge
Casual chats at work build friendships, teamwork, and idea sharing. They help us trust each other, speak freely, and work better together. By breaking down
How to Read the Room
There’s a statistic that’s been around for years: experts tell us that 70 percent of communication is non-verbal. Your team’s facial expressions, posture, tone, and
BLS Report – March 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 303,000 in March; Unemployment rate changed little at 3.8 percent Both the unemployment rate, at 3.8 percent, and the
BLS Report – February 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 275,000 in February; unemployment rate increased to 3.9 percent The unemployment rate rose by 0.2 percentage point to 3.9
February Resolution: Courage
We’re starting the year with courage because we know it’s foundational to all the changes you’d like to make this year. The CEO of Staffmark,
BLS Report – January 2024
Payroll Employment Increased by 353,000 in January; Unemployment Remained at 3.7 Percent In January, the unemployment rate was 3.7 percent for the third month in
Creative Alternatives for a New Years Resolution
Do you believe in New Years Resolutions? For many, New Year’s resolutions can be a bust. In fact, psychologists find that making resolutions can have
Expectations Seem High For 2024
Now that we are in 2024, let’s talk about why we are optimistic for the year… We spent most of 2023 waiting and wondering if
BLS Report – December 2023
Payroll Employment Increased by 216,000 in December; Unemployment was Unchanged at 3.7 Percent The unemployment rate held at 3.7 percent in December, and the number of
FAIR COMPENSATION… AND FLORIDA STATE FOOTBALL
The primal reaction to unfair treatment lives on. I want to talk about the most important factor related to compensation in the workplace: fairness. And
BLS Report – November 2023
Payroll Employment Increased by 199,000 in November; Unemployment Rate Edged Down to 3.7 percent The unemployment rate edged down to 3.7 percent in November, and the number
Runners Understand Recruiters
The last quarter of the year is already upon us, and if your company has experienced a slowdown, it may feel like the last few
BLS Report – October 2023
Payroll Employment Rose by 150,000 in October; Unemployment Rate was Little Changed at 3.8 Percent Both the unemployment rate, at 3.9 percent, and the number
Hunting and Farming
It’s a truism among consultants: you can only eat what you hunt. In other words, you must constantly be on the hunt for new business
BLS Report – September 2023
Payroll Employment Rose by 336,000 in September; Unemployment Rate was Unchanged at 3.8 Percent The unemployment rate held at 3.8 percent in September, and the
Top Performers in a Troubled Economy
Well, that felt fast. The Great Resignation is over, and the Great Stay is in full force. While 2022 saw the highest number ever recorded
The Remote Relationship Problem
Remote relationships are hard. That’s true of work relationships as well. Most employees will tell you that they appreciate remote work models: no commute, less