19 Jan Industry Breakdown: Who’s Paying the Most in Severance — and Why
From chemicals to retail, severance varies dramatically by industry. Discover who’s leading, who’s lagging, and what drives these differences....
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12 Nov What’s New in the Outplacement Industry in 2024
2024 has been a very active year within the outplacement industry. Companies have continued to implement restructuring and layoffs in a post-COVID era due to changes in the economy, technology advances and an evolution in their human capital needs. And the overall outplacement industry has...
23 Sep Top 5 Tips to Maintain a Positive Employer Brand… When Times Are Tough
With Expert Insights from Taylor Meadows, Head Strategist, Employer Brand at GlassdoorBuilding and maintaining a strong employer brand is an ongoing journey, but it becomes even more critical when a business is going through a challenging time. This isn’t always due to a tough economy;...
19 Sep 2024 Seasonal Retail Hiring Outlook: Strong Hiring Announcements Kick Off the Season in September as Labor Market Cools
Published September 19, 2024 Job postings for seasonal employment at U.S. employers have begun to appear online and some companies have made large-scale seasonal announcements. Inflation is cooling, as are the labor market and consumer spending, but Retailers appear to be ramping up for a strong...
10 Sep Presidential Debate Could Spark Controversy Among Colleagues; How to Handle Political Debates at Work
Published September 10, 2024 With the presidential election only months away, the recent debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump has heightened political conversations in workplaces across the country. The widening political spectrum in recent years has created fertile ground for debate,...
16 Aug Relocation Rising for Job Seekers in Q2 of 2024 as Job Market Cools
Published August 16, 2024 Challenger Relocation Report Job seekers’ relocating for new jobs rose to 2.7% in the second quarter, up from 2.1% in the first quarter* and 2.4% in the same quarter last year. While the rate is rising after falling to historic lows in 2023,...
26 Jun Reviews, Reputation and Reality: Strategies to Manage an Employer Brand
An Interview with Taylor Meadows, Head Strategist, Employer Brand at GlassdoorFrom Onboarding to Offboarding (and the Time in Between), Guide Positive Employee Interactions to Favorably Shape Your ReputationEmployee experience is no longer a secret. Thanks to platforms like Glassdoor, potential candidates have unprecedented access to...
10 Jun Top 4 Tips to Create and Maintain a Positive, Authentic Employer Brand
Employers need to attract and retain the best talent regardless of (or specifically because of) business performance. Talent and staff that is best fit with the culture and unique needs of the company. Whether during times of growth, or when results are lackluster, and especially...
20 May After Falling to Record-Low, Relocation Rises, Spiking for Highest-Wage Earners Amid RTO Mandates in Q1 2024
Published May 16, 2024 Challenger Relocation Report May 2024 Job seekers’ relocating for new jobs fell to 1.5% in the final quarter of 2023, the lowest level on record as interest rates remained high and housing inventory low. However, in the first quarter of 2024, 2.4% of...
16 Apr What Are Outplacement Services? A Critical Severance Benefit for Exiting Employees and For Employers
Job transitions - layoffs, restructuring, downsizing - can be unsettling for both employees and companies. In these instances, outplacement services emerge as a beacon of support, guiding individuals towards successfully landing new opportunities and safeguarding employer brand reputation.Easing Transitions, Strengthening Brands: A Look At What...