by SRG | Jul 20, 2017 | Workforce Development (Employers), Career Development (Employees), News
Just-in-time manufacturing, combined with lean manufacturing, has created a time crunch for all of us. Time must be maximized and, unfortunately, safety hasn’t had an opportunity to catch up to the same pace as manufacturing. The changes in manufacturing are happening... read more
by SRG | Jul 6, 2017 | Workforce Development (Employers), Career Development (Employees), News
Your health will thank you We need breaks from work and they come in many different forms. Lunch breaks, afternoon breaks, weekends and even vacation time. I can’t stress enough the importance of taking your allotted breaks. Here are some interesting data from The... read more
by SRG | Jun 22, 2017 | Workforce Development (Employers), News
Wellness Programs in the workplace. It seems like they’re on everyone’s mind. In fact, over two-thirds of US employers offer a wellness program in their organizations. And, of course, SRG is no exception. We’ve had a Wellness Program in place for the past 2 ½... read more
by SRG | Jun 8, 2017 | Workforce Development (Employers), Career Development (Employees), News
Every year while the majority of people are making New Year resolutions, I make a New Year Mantra. I reflect on the year that has just passed and look to what is ahead. The reflection leads me to a catch phrase that somehow gets me through the challenges and... read more
by SRG | May 25, 2017 | Workforce Development (Employers), News
Over the last few years, there has been an explosion of activity surrounding mental health and the workplace. There are numerous studies recommending what employers can do to improve the mental health of their workers. There has also been a ton of new companies... read more
by SRG | May 11, 2017 | News, Workforce Development (Employers)
Recently I reviewed a local region’s EmployerOne Survey preview. It indicated that from 2016 to 2017 employers are reporting an even greater shortage of talent than in previous years, an 8% increase to be exact. The preview predicts an equally tight labor market for... read more