January 2026 Jobs Report – Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released its January 2026 Report, showing a labor market that opened the year with modest job growth and a slightly lower unemployment rate. Hiring remains concentrated in essential service sectors, while overall employment momentum...
The New Applicant Journey: How Candidates Discover Jobs in 2026
The New Applicant Journey: How Candidates Discover Jobs in 2026 The applicant journey in 2026 looks dramatically different from just a few years ago. Today’s job seekers expect personalized experiences, fast responses, and transparent communication throughout the...
December 2025 Jobs Report – Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released its December 2025 Report, showing a labor market that continues to cool but remains relatively stable as the year came to a close. Both job growth and unemployment changed little in December, reinforcing a broader theme that...
The First 90 Days: How to Set New Hires Up for Long-Term Success
The First 90 Days: How to Set New Hires Up for Long-Term Success The first 90 days onboarding period is crucial for determining whether a new hire will thrive in your organization or become another turnover statistic. Research shows that employees who experience...
Employee Recognition Programs for Small Business: Low-Cost Ideas That Work
How to build an employee recognition program for a small business on a budget: five steps, 15 low-cost ideas and what Gallup’s data says makes praise work.
How Exit Interviews Can Transform Your Employee Retention Strategy
How Exit Interviews Can Transform Your Employee Retention Strategy When employees walk out the door, they take valuable insights with them, unless you capture them first. Exit interviews represent one of the most underutilized tools in building a stronger retention...
Creating a Candidate Experience That Converts: A Roadmap From Application to Day One
The candidate experience journey runs from the job ad to day one. Here are the 6 phases, where applicants drop out in each, and what to fix this week.
Producers vs CSRs: Which to Hire First and the Traits Each Role Needs
What insurance producers and CSRs do, the traits a successful producer needs, how to screen for them, and when to hire each role first.