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Fed keeps key rate near zero, sees inflation as 'transitory'
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U. S. economy is quickly strengthening, inflation is showing signs of picking up and the nation is making progress toward defeating the viral pandemic. But on Wednesday, Chair Jerome Powell made clear that the Federal Reserve isn't even close to beginning a pullback in its ultra-low interest rate
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What does work look like in 2021? Workplace experts share their predictions
No one could have anticipated the total upheaval to the workplace in 2020 — the transition to remote work, a new reliance on technology, persistent pressures on employee mental health and well-being, child care concerns — the year was a roller coaster of crisis management for organizations and HR leaders. With the one-
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Stick to the Plan: Don't Panic During Economic Uncertainty
It’s easy to make investment decisions based on emotions rather than logic, but that can lead to poor decisions. I recommend taking a breath, stepping back and evaluating the entire retirement plan.
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Automation era: How democratized learning supports employee retention and business growth
Automation, AI and digital transformation promise business efficiency and growth. But without the right people and skillsets in place, these transformative technologies could be more disruptive than helpful to businesses. Organizations need to start reskilling their current employees to match the needs arising from new
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The legal and tax implications of taking your company remote permanently
Taking your company remote might seem like the move after the COVID-19 pandemic, but there are some key legal and tax things to clear up first. Talk to your worker's compensation program first and foremost, legal experts advised, to ensure workers are covered from afar. Keep an eye on overtime regulations, track hours,
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How Small Businesses Can Clear the Economic Hurdles Ahead
For SMB owners seeking to chart a course through this uncertain landscape, a few key principles are important to keep in mind.
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3 retention strategies as employers realize ‘back to work doesn’t work’
As companies realize that back to work might not work, they are scrambling to come up with strategies to mitigate high turnover rates.
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How to Build the Best Upskilling Program for Your Employees
Employers are struggling to find skilled workers. The solution? Training up the ones they already have. Skilled workers are in short supply. But
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What Recent (but Enduring) Changes in the Healthcare Industry Mean for You
How many times have you heard the phrase “new normal” recently? Have you wondered what, exactly, that may look like for operators in the Healthcare space? It’s too early to call every 2020 trend a winner or loser, but there are some sure-fire early takeaways for Healthcare industry players. All business leaders in our
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Money Management During National Financial Literacy Month: The Stress-reducing Real-Life Finance Program
April is National Financial Literacy Month. If you feel like your employees, or yourself, are lagging in your financial planning (or have no plan at