In a recent survey by BambooHR, a surprising 25% of C Suite and VP level executives and 20% of HR professionals admitted that they hoped return-to-office (RTO) mandates would lead to employee resignations. 😱 The survey seems to shed light on the alternative intentions behind the push for RTO policies. It appears that some companies are using RTO as a strategy to reduce [...]
Noncompete agreements are a hot topic in 2024 due to an April ruling by the FTC. While I’m no attorney, I’ll do a brief flyover of non competes, their history and 2024 developments. ✈️ 🔒 Noncompete agreements (NCAs) have a long history, originating in 15th-century English common law 🏰. These clauses aimed to prevent apprentices from competing with their masters post-apprenticeship. In the [...]
While out having a “cold friendly” 🍻 with a CFO friend of mine last night, a recent popular meme became topic of conversation. I’ve been seeing this meme floating around as well so let’s look at the info. 👀 In a December survey by Intelligent.com of 800 US managers, directors, and executives involved in hiring, it was found that 38% of employers avoid [...]
In the current economic climate, job security is a significant concern for many employees. According to a number of studies conducted headed into the new year, a staggering 85% of workers fear losing their jobs in 2024. This anxiety is fueled by various factors, including economic instability, technological advancements (AI), remote work dynamics, and ongoing health issues.😟 However, the actual data on job [...]
📣 As a CFO, CPA or upper level financial professional, finding yourself laid off or in between roles can sometimes be intimidating. Finance professionals on balance tend to keep their noses in their work, not networking. So when they find themselves in transition, the quiet can be deafening. 👂🏻 After taking the appropriate amount of time to clear your head, what next? There [...]
🚨 Things are going well in your career. You’ve got a great relationship with your boss, you’re hitting goals, moving forward and then… Your boss is suddenly let go. What are you supposed to do now? Are you next? Is this a “house cleaning”? Don’t panic. This could be an opportunity for growth and development. Think it through this way: 1️⃣ Stay Calm [...]
How do you feel about the state in which you’re living? No – I’m not talking about states of confusion or shock, I’m talking about your residence. We Florida residents take a lot of flack about Florida Man 🐊, but there are many reasons to love this state. One is the low overall tax burden. A recent study by WalletHub has ranked the [...]
You’re looking to make a job change. You’ve tried doing research by asking around about companies and checking on their websites but that doesn’t seem like enough. Maybe one (or more) of your last companies had sub optimal work environments, leadership styles and/or pay ceilings. 🏢 With so many options available, it can be challenging to know which companies are truly worth considering. [...]
Congratulations! 🎉You finally got that promotion you’ve been looking for. A great chance to take on more responsibilities and flex new muscles. Hang on a sec. There’s just one thing. Due to significant increases in salaries and business costs over the last 3 years, this one will be what’s called a “dry promotion”. 😳A promotion with no increase in compensation. Recent data from [...]
Never thought I would be writing a post about Gen Xers facing ageism at a much earlier age than previous generations. But here we are. 😳 As a member of Generation X, born between 1965 and 1980, you may have been feeling the sting of ageism in the workplace. This often-overlooked generation is now facing challenges that were once associated with older workers. [...]