It’s 2020, and recent events in our country have reopened discussions about racism in the United States. This racism exists everywhere, even at work. In fact, most complaints processed by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission are racially-based, and yet only 15% of those cases end in success for the employee. Here are some resources and other things to keep in mind to help you build a more inclusive workplace.
Read MoreAlmost half (45%) of the US workforce say they have a “side hustle” outside of their regular job. Traditionally, this doesn’t sit well with employers. They’re afraid the employee would be distracted or leave their company. The reality is that the best employees I’ve ever had were freelancers. Here’s why you should hire employees that have a side hustle, and how to support them.
Read MoreHealth officials have asked Americans to stay home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. This has left many business owners and marketers with much more time on their hands. One way to come out of all of this better is to use this extra time to continue learning. Thankfully, there are a ton of free marketing courses available online. Here are some that are on my “quarantine list".
Read MoreWith everything going on in the world lately surrounding COVID-19 and avoiding its spread through social distancing, working from home is becoming more and more relevant. Studies show that employers that offer this flexibility to their team members will see an increase in productivity. If you’re a team leader that is nervous about being asked to work from home, here are some pointers to put your mind at ease.
Read MoreIn honor of International Women’s Day, I wanted to shed some light on some of the struggles that female and nonbinary professionals are still facing in 2020. There are so many women that have paved the way for the rest of us over the past 40 years, but we still have a long way to go.
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