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10 Reasons Why DEI Is Important For Businesses And How It’s Evolving

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on May 6, 2024

20 Strategies HR Managers Can Use To Motivate Diverse Generations

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on May 4, 2024

How Mid-Career Women Are Redefining Entrepreneurship

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on May 4, 2024

With AI, The Most Profound Career Shift In A Generation Is Upon Us

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 15, 2023

RSS Newsfeed Forbes.com - The early 1990s was a glum time. The economy had tanked, once-powerful industries such as steelmaking had been decimated and unemployment was rampant. Economists at the time predicted a long slog of stagnation for the decade ahead. Then, in the mid-1990s, something incredible happened. The internet opened to commercialization, and the […]

These Are The 10 Highest-Paying Blue-Collar Jobs In The U.S.

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 14, 2023

The term “blue-collar” was first coined in the early 20th century when laborers donned durable fabrics like blue denim or chambray. The dark color would help disguise the dirt and grease, which were a part of their job. These non-office workers are involved with physically demanding tasks, working outdoors in inclement weather, using heavy machinery […]

Beyond The Side Hustle: How Execs Are Redefining Freelance Work

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 12, 2023

While it hasn’t generated the same attention as quiet quitting, career cushioning or resenteeism, we’re living in the era of another notable workplace trend: side hustles. Senior executives who occupy full-time, often demanding roles within companies are now pursuing part-time gigs as well, often as part of a portfolio career. Some may be open about these side projects, viewing them […]

Building A Solid Foundation For Your Career

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 9, 2023

You learn a lot in the early days of your career, but some things that could help your growth and career trajectory are commonly missed or not taught. Depending on your personality, some items can come easier than others. Still, you can become a master of them by putting specific practices in place to enhance […]

Is The Résumé Dead? New Report Shows Skills-Based Hiring On The Rise

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 6, 2023

An emerging trend points towards a reliance on skills-based hiring, and a departure from traditional résumés, based on new research. Over 70% of survey respondents stated that skills-based hiring is more effective than relying on résumés, according to a report published by Test Gorilla - representing a more effective, efficient and cost-effective way to hire candidates. The […]

4 Keys To Pivoting To A Career In Business Development

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 3, 2023

“I’m interested in moving into business development, but I have no experience. How can I do that?” Over several decades of leading business development—including recruiting, interviewing and retaining top talent—I’ve heard that question more times than I can count. Most often, this question comes from high-potential internal talent that has grown up in other parts […]

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