Offering new hires larger salaries for entry-level positions is a very bad idea when there is a labor shortage. By continuing to raise the salaries to attract talent creates a bidding war among all the businesses seeking talent. Agencies are reaping the benefits, but businesses are wasting time and money Read more…
Imagine spending marketing dollars to promote products or services in China when you know, for a fact, that they can’t use your product or service there. Essentially, that is what is happening when you have a site-based position posted on a job board, time and money are spent screening candidates Read more…
In my 20+ years of experience working with workforce development and education, I’ve seen the use of work-learn solutions as the most effective model in reducing the skills gap. The outcomes far exceed the investment for the company, the mentee, the mentor, and the community. Businesses and educators often look Read more…