Optimistic executives and employees believe their organizations are aligned around a shared vision, but research suggests there’s room for improvement. Harvard Business Review surveyed more than 500 frontline employees, middle managers, and senior executives across 12 companies who said they “felt strategic agreement within their companies was 82%.” However, when researchers…...
What hiring managers should know about the 2025 labor market
While multiple economic factors can affect hiring in 2025, hiring managers do have some indications about where possible wins and challenges will be. A cooled labor market may make good talent easier to find and retain, but a still-aging labor pool increasingly ready to retire — combined with reductions in…...
Cost-Effective Customer Support: How Self-Service Reduces Operational Costs
Today’s customer expects a level of response from companies that most of us find unattainable. Case in point: According to Business Dasher, 46% of customers expect companies to respond within four hours of their support request. What’s more, 12% of customers expect a response within 15 minutes. Unfortunately, many companies are…...
Trends That Will Shape HR in 2025
The world of work is changing at a staggering pace. From changes in talent acquisition practices to the rise in people analytics to the can’t-be-talked-about-enough impact of AI, 2025 is sure to be a year of new opportunities and new challenges driven by the need for the workforce to be…...
Sales Compensation Trends of 2025
Sales Compensation Trends of 2025 As businesses gear up for 2025, one thing is clear: the way we approach incentive compensation is changing. Employees expect more transparency, personalization, and fairness, while organizations are seeking smarter ways to align incentives with their goals. The result? A shift toward innovative strategies that…...
Top Strategies for Hiring Success in 2025
What's on the agenda for recruitment in 2025? We reflect on the state of hiring in 2024 and look at research unpacking what you need to secure the best candidates in 2025. Read the full article at: cronofy.com...
AI in Financial Forecasting: Dos & Don’ts !!
The Do’s and Don’ts of Incorporating AI into Your Financial Forecasting Model Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised the way businesses operate, especially in the realm of financial services. Traditional forecasting models have their limitations. True, they consider historical data and project them into the future, but the datasets are relatively…...
What Is Hospitality Management?
Hospitality management is a career path focused on managing the day-to-day operations of hotels, resorts, and other lodging options. The best hospitality managers are always looking for innovative ways to improve the customer experience and increase efficiency at their properties. Read the full article at: www.cvent.com...
10 Ways to Avoid Being a Dull Salesperson and Engage Your Clients Effectively
Too many sales reps are dull in their sales conversation. You can blame this on onboarding processes that gaslight reps into believing that their company and solution are the most important things. This establishes parity with competitors, meaning one salesperson is no better than another. Instead of being average and…...
Monthly Jobs Report: Hiring Snapshot
Following a sleepy summer, the labor market woke up with the release of the September jobs report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Reporting strong gains of 242,000, employment growth was widespread across industries. Likewise, Monster job numbers continued to grow with overall active job postings up 4% over…...
3rd Quarter 2024 Market and Economic Review | FSWA Blog
Key Updates on the Economy & Markets The major development in 3Q24 was the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by -0.50%, the first rate cut of this cycle. It came as the Fed shifted its focus, with unemployment rising to a 33-month high and inflation moving back to…...
How to Survive the Workforce Crisis in Wastewater Utilities
In today's rapidly evolving world, one industry facing a significant challenge is wastewater utilities. These utilities play a vital role in maintaining clean and safe water supplies, but they are struggling to recruit and retain a skilled workforce. Understanding the workforce crisis and the challenges faced by wastewater utilities is…...
5 Skills You Need To Be A Great Sales Leader
Just like star athletes often struggle to transition to the role of “coach,” a star sales rep can struggle to succeed as a sales manager. As a manager, your success no longer hinges on personal performance. Instead, it hinges on your ability to create a thriving team. At the same…...
Can AI Help You Hire the Right Person in 2023? (AI In Recruiting)
In a survey of over 1,000 HR professionals, 85% expect AI to replace some parts of the recruitment process. In this article, we’ll explore the potential impact of AI recruitment on your business. You’ll also learn the steps to take if you want to try AI in your recruitment workflow. Read the…...
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…...
Should investors be concerned about unusually calm markets?
We’ve noted previously that stocks are in a period of relative calm right now. The S&P 500® Index has gone 18 months without a single day sell-off of 2% or more, the longest streak since the Global Financial Crisis. There have only been seven days in 2024 when the S&P 500 has…...
