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Global Talent Update – July 2021

Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 by Markay Reeves

“We have seen the world change at an unprecedented pace, and the stability in our world is not the same. Technology and multi-industry disruptions are impacting company leaders and business models more today than perhaps any time in our history....Read More

7 Negotiation Tips from MRI Sr. Director of Vendor Management

Posted on July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Negotiation is a daily practice within business organizations. We negotiate all the time — with clients and partners, vendors and suppliers, supervisors and colleagues, employees and recruits. As MRI’s Senior Director of Vendor Management, Beth Turner understands that the best...Read More

Three Tips on How to Work with a Younger Manager

Posted on July 14, 2021July 14, 2021 by Markay Reeves

If you’re an older employee with a younger boss, it may be difficult to work through generational differences. After all, there are varying attitudes toward work depending on age and it could be uncomfortable for both parties to work with...Read More

BLS Employment Situation Report – June 2021

Posted on July 2, 2021July 5, 2021 by Markay Reeves

BLS Employment Situation Report - June 2021 Continuing a six month increase in job growth, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) today reported total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 850,000. Results were above analyst expectations as higher wages and...Read More

Global Talent Update – June 2021

Posted on June 29, 2021July 5, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Global Talent Update – June 2021 “Despite the challenges over the last year, many firms have been bold and innovative while demonstrating agility in response to the pandemic. They shifted rapidly to online channels, automated production tasks, increased operational efficiency,...Read More

Three Ways to Create a Strong Employee Brand to Help You Hire Effectively

Posted on June 23, 2021June 24, 2021 by Markay Reeves

In today’s hiring environment, companies need to do everything it takes to attract strong candidates and showcase the organization as a place people want to work. To that effect, it’s crucial that employer branding and visibility are top of mind,...Read More

BLS Employment Situation Report – May 2021

Posted on June 4, 2021July 5, 2021 by Markay Reeves

BLS Employment Situation Report - May 2021 The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) today reported total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 559,000, slightly below analyst expectations but continuing a five month increase in job growth. Unemployment rate declined by...Read More

Four Tips on How to Explain a COVID-19 Resume Gap

Posted on May 26, 2021June 24, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Traditionally, a resume gap has been viewed as a bad thing, but that’s not necessarily the case anymore. Much like how COVID-19 has changed other aspects about the World of Work, it’s also changed how employers view gaps on resumes....Read More

Global Talent Update – May 2021

Posted on May 24, 2021July 5, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Global Talent Update – May 2021 “Companies around the globe note change and increased awareness among their teams about the technologies that are inevitably coming to their organizations. Upskilling needs are at an all-time high. At the same time, with...Read More

Best Practices for Networking in the New, Hybrid World of Work

Posted on May 12, 2021June 24, 2021 by Markay Reeves

In some ways, the pandemic has made connecting with colleagues and professional acquaintances more difficult. However, it has also spurred new networking trends and opportunities. Increased flexibility is a major benefit; today, we can network from anywhere and at any...Read More