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Recruitment Tactics for Overcoming the Sansdemic

Companies in a wide array of industries are battling against labor shortages, making it harder for them to secure the high-quality talent they need to thrive. Fortunately, using the right recruitment strategies can make a difference. If your organization needs access to top-tier candidates, here are some recruitment tactics for overcoming the sansdemic that can [...] Read More

The Long-Term Impact of the Sansdemic on Bend, OR Businesses

During a sansdemic like the one that’s occurring, companies in nearly any industry typically struggle to secure the talent they need to maintain a right-sized workforce. The existing situation is the product of a variety of conditions. Older workers retired in droves during the pandemic, with many choosing never to return to the workforce. Some [...] Read More

Prioritize Employee Well-Being for a Competitive Advantage in the Sansdemic

Prioritizing employee well-being is not just a noble endeavor; it is also a strategic move that can provide a significant competitive advantage. In today's fast-paced and demanding work environment, companies that genuinely care about the well-being of their employees create a positive and nurturing workplace culture. That positions the organization as an employer of choice, [...] Read More

Tips for Large Companies to Overcome the Sansdemic

Businesses of all sizes are facing a major labor problem. Long-term demographic trends have led to a shortage of qualified candidates, creating a condition that has become known as the sansdemic. A tighter labor market will make recruiting and team-building more difficult in the years to come. As a large business, you have many advantages [...] Read More

How Women are Affecting the Sansdemic

The pandemic has reshaped the labor market in ways that continue to impact hiring. This effect looks likely to linger into the foreseeable future, creating ongoing complications for a labor market that was already under pressure from long-term demographic trends. Meanwhile, different groups experienced the COVID ramifications in different ways. Women (especially single mothers) suffered [...] Read More