NBA legend Pat Williams offers leadership insights | Understanding causes of work-from-home fatigue | How pandemic trends could affect the US workforce
NBA legend Pat Williams offers leadership insights Great leaders address conflict, know the value of mentors, and don't let fear or worry dissuade them from responsibilities and new opportunities, says Pat Williams, co-founder of the NBA's Orlando Magic. "Once you get through that [reluctance] and you get a taste of leadership opportunities and see successes, you're a leader for life," Williams said in an interview with John Baldoni. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (4/23)
Understanding causes of work-from-home fatigue To tackle work-from-home fatigue, companies must acknowledge root causes. This article cites 12 factors, including employees' need for meaning and connection. Full Story: Entrepreneur (4/23)
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How pandemic trends could affect the US workforce There could be 3 million fewer jobs by 2029 if trends such as less eating out persist beyond the pandemic, and workers who are less-skilled and those employed in the food and retail sectors would be the most affected, according to an analysis by economists at the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Professional, scientific and technical services could see the most gains with around 300,000 additional jobs. Full Story: Reuters (4/26)
Popular tourist attractions are worried about the lack of workers this summer due to coronavirus restrictions. "It's the 'Hunger Games' for these employers, fighting for getting these guest workers into the country while also trying everything they can to recruit domestically," said Brian Crawford of American Hotel and Lodging Association. Businesses are putting extra efforts into hiring locally while offering incentives, such as free utilities and housing for college students. Full Story: The Associated Press (4/26)
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Get ready for student loan payments to resume The moratorium on federal student loan payments expires at the end of September, but borrowers can start taking steps to ensure the resumption of payments goes smoothly. "The key, regardless of when you make payments again, is to know who you owe, know how much you owe [a]nd know how everything is going to fit into this new budget that you may have for yourself," says Ashley Boucher of Sallie Mae. Full Story: CNBC (4/23)
Male dolphins use the signature sounds that amount to names when calling on their friends to help locate and protect females in heat from rivals. The evidence points to dolphins understanding the idea of being part of a team, something researchers say hasn't been seen in creatures other than humans. Full Story: Science (tiered subscription model) (4/22)
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