Human Resources
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Turning negative feedback into positive learningJan 22, 2025 10:04 am - In Demi Moore’s recent Golden Globes acceptance speech, she shared the experience of receiving negative feedback early in her career that impacted our self-confidence. Like many of us, Mary Lynn Fayoumi can relate.
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How businesses can control health care costs in 2025Jan 05, 2025 5:57 am - How do you offer competitive health care benefits for your employees without breaking the bank? Here are some options to consider for 2025.
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Foster employee anticipation and excitement as we head into new yearDec 18, 2024 8:48 am - Depending on the industry, some organizations are getting ready for a big year-end surge in business and others are downshifting for a quiet end to 2024. Both employees and organizations reap the rewards that come from supporting employees during the holidays and throughout the year.
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New job? You may be leaving behind thousands in 401(k) savings.
Dec 01, 2024 5:01 am - For people starting a new job that pays better, it’s tempting to rejoice over the salary bump. But what many job switchers don’t see is the thousands in retirement savings they stand to lose each year thanks to a 401(k) pitfall, a new study has found.
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Self-care necessary this holiday season to recharge for 2025Nov 20, 2024 9:25 am - Maybe it’s time to slow down, press pause, unplug, check out, and make time, space, and a little peace acceptable. Perhaps we need to communicate more clearly regarding our personal capacity. If we don’t let others know, they probably assume we have more time and energy than we really do.
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How to protect yourself from scammers offering fake jobs
Nov 10, 2024 5:22 am - NEW YORK — Between finding openings, sending out your resume and interviewing, looking for a job is tough. Now a growing trend of scammers impersonating recruiters is mak...
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Students explore career choices at Lake County eventOct 31, 2024 9:33 am - A group of 130 Fremont Middle School students from District 79 in Mundelein were among the 4,200 eighth-graders and high school students who attended to learn about careers and jobs in a variety of fields.
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Musings on the side hustleOct 16, 2024 10:54 am - Is it simply a coincidence that the term “side hustle” is being utilized more often these days? After a little bit of research and some reflection, my short answer is no. The side hustle seems to be trending for an array of reasons.
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The benefits of a four-day workweek according to a champion of the trend
Sep 27, 2024 2:46 pm - Companies exploring the option of letting employees work four days a week hope to reduce job burnout and retain talent seeking a better work-life balance, according to th...
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Harnessing the power of glimmers at workSep 18, 2024 9:15 am - I recently returned from an industry conference on Hilton Head Island. My spirits are high as I savor the afterglow of listening to inspiring presenters, connecting with ...
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