WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy suffered an unexpected setback in July as hiring fell sharply and the unemployment rate rose for the fourth straight month with raised interest rates taking a toll on businesses and households. Employers added just 114,000 jobs in July — 35% fewer than expected — and unemployment,…...
How To Get A Job In Private Equity
Private equity jobs are scarce; you know it, and I know it. But having seen hundreds of applicants, and their resumes, I don’t think the problem lies so much in finding the jobs; it’s more the preparation. Nonetheless, part of that preparation involves knowing the roles on offer, so in…...
HR’s top 4 priorities for 2024 — and strategies to achieve them
At the same time, HR’s attention is being pulled multiple different directions: More than half, 57%, of HR pros said they are working beyond normal capacity right now, and 56% said they lack sufficient staff to cover the workload, according to SHRM’s 2023-2024 State of the Workplace report. One in three HR professionals…...
The Top Sales Trends of 2024 & How To Leverage Them
Like every year before, 2024 will come with unique challenges and changes — and the sales landscape isn't exempt from those kinds of shifts. I anticipate the sales game won’t look the same as it does a year from now — just look at the changes we’ve already had in…...
6 Recruitment Strategies for Hiring Great Employees in 2024
Understanding the qualities that distinguish top performers in the workplace is critical for any organization. Studies have shown that a small percentage of employees contribute significantly to overall productivity. One found that the top 1% of employees account for 10% of productivity, while the top 5% contribute to 26% of total output.…...
Getting Ready for 2024 | The Sales Blog
I know you are working on ending the year strong. Your sales manager is encouraging you to pull the last couple of deals across the line. But this week, many people will be taking time off to spend with their families and friends, which means your contacts might not be…...
