By Paul Wiseman—Associated Press February 03, 2023 WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s employers added a stunning 517,000 jobs in January, a surprisingly strong gain in the face of the Federal Reserve’s aggressive drive to slow growth and tame inflation with higher interest rates. The unemployment rate dipped to 3.4%, the lowest level since 1969. Friday’s … Continue reading Surprise! It’s the best job market in 54 years, even if it doesn’t feel like it
By Sam Becker October 31, 2022 Billionaires raked it in during the early stages of the pandemic, but 2022 has not been nearly as kind. In fact, since the beginning of the year, some of the world’s richest tech billionaires—a list that includes Mark Zuckerberg of Meta Platforms, Elon Musk of Tesla, and Jeff … Continue reading Big Tech billionaires lost fortunes this year. The hit to your 401(k) might feel even worse
By Shalene Gupta October 24, 2022 Employers are working to strengthen their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, but what does it actually take for employees to feel like they are surviving and thriving? For starters, pay them at least $34.10 an hour. Grads of Life, a consultancy that works with companies to … Continue reading How much do you need to make to feel satisfied? Here’s what underrepresented employees say
By Stephanie Vozza July 21, 2022 Ever wonder where the day went? It’s not uncommon to reach the late afternoon, and marvel at why you didn’t gain more traction on your to-do list. That’s because the workstyle most of us use is reactive, says Joe Robinson, author of Work Smarter, Live Better: The Science-Based … Continue reading These are the 4 boundaries your brain needs to feel less overwhelmed
By Ian Sanders February 14, 2022 A number of years ago, my friend, a radio producer, was asked to come up with some ideas for a new show. He asked his boss if he could go and sit by a lake. He knew spending a few hours outdoors at an inspiring location … Continue reading 6 strategies to try when you feel checked out of work
Achim Nowak September 28, 2021 A note in my LinkedIn message box last week. I am also a podcast host and launching my book xxxxxx. Nice to be connected to you. Would you be interested in receiving a copy of xxxxxx, and you can feel into me being on your podcast? The writer is a … Continue reading How Well Do You “FEEL INTO” Situations?
Liz Kislik July 30, 2021 When I was a young exec, one of my bosses would call me into his office whenever he needed to write significant memos. I would have to sit quietly in a chair across from his desk while he wrote on a yellow legal pad. We would speak for barely a … Continue reading How to Work with a Boss Who Needs Company to Feel Comfortable
Warning: Digital Advertising Rant (Because It Makes Me Feel Better) by Maarten Albarda , April 30, 2021 This week, I wanted to rant about celebrities who are so overused I can’t fathom why any marketer would pay for their endorsement anymore. My rant would then evolve to celebrities who appear in commercials where they are … Continue reading Warning: Digital Advertising Rant (Because It Makes Me Feel Better)
Caitlin Nobes September 17, 2020 Almost half of all employees feel unrecognized during COVID-19, according to the latest report from Achievers Workforce Institute. The Achievers Culture Report surveyed more than 1,100 people and found that 40 percent say they aren’t recognized enough during COVID-19. That number is even higher in industries such as retail, where … Continue reading A Shocking Number of Employees Feel Unrecognized for Their Work During COVID-19
Liz Kislik June 18, 2020 The majority of your team members are likely to be more stressed right now than you’ve ever known them to be. You’re probably more stressed too. Even the most even-keeled pros may be feeling more anxious, sad, angry, and confused by the disruptions of the pandemic and the anguish of … Continue reading Want to Be More Productive? Help Your People Adapt and Feel Better
