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Rising Workloads and New Jobs Drive Positive Hiring Outlook, Budget Constraints Pose Challenges
Hiring outlooks and expectations of workforce increases remain high, largely driven by expansions in work with many citing increased workloads and newly created positions. However, budgetary constraints may be stalling some companies’ growth. This is according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. Most U.S. hiring managers have a positive outlook for their company’s hiring opportunities for the remainder of the year (81%), and report feelings of optimism (48%),
Minimum Wage Hike Woes: 1 in 5 Companies Would Consider Layoffs, Outsourcing and Hour Reductions
As of July 1, half of America’s 50 states have enacted a minimum wage increase, and hiring managers say if their company is impacted, they may have to make big changes. This is according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. More than a third of hiring managers (35%) report their company would increase salaries/wages across the board (not just for minimum wage workers) if/when there is a mandatory minimum wage increase. Around 3 in 10 would utilize/implement more
How To Reach Your Career Goals Without A Degree
Succeeding in business without a college degree has been accomplished by many, proving that success is possible regardless of education level. But how do you reach the same heights? To help equip non-degreed entrepreneurs on their journey to success, the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce has put together a few resources that can help. Let's take a look.Set A Few Realistic Goals It’s important to have realistic goals when starting out as an entrepreneur. Don’t expect success overnight, as it takes