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How Side Quests at Work Improve Productivity and Employee Retention

What are “side quests” at work? A “side quest” is a term borrowed from video games, where it means a smaller mission or activity done alongside the main task. At work, a side ques...

Staying Ahead: How to Keep Your Skills Fresh in a Fast-Changing Job Market

In today's world, it feels like every headline is about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and new technologies are changing the way we work. Because of these rapid shifts, many people feel a sense...

Remote Work in 2023 and Beyond

Three years ago, remote work took center stage. To face the challenges of COVID-19, employers and employees transitioned to working remotely. This is a trend that has continued into 2023. Ten years ago, remote work was not common. The opt...

How to Make a Successful Career Switch

Whether you're considering transitioning into a remote job or seeking out new growth opportunities, there are several strategies you can use to make the process smoother. Here's how to make a successful career switch and expl...

Biotech Job Market 2024: Navigating the Road to Recovery

The past year has brought its fair share of challenges to the biotech job market. Layoffs, funding shortages, and economic downturns have left many young professionals wondering about the future prospects of the indus...

Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines

  In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...

The Hiring Surge for Jobseekers: 3 Key Trends and Strategies 

As the economy signals a potential hiring boom, propelled by a soaring stock market and the possibility of interest rate cuts, jobseekers can position themselves to benefit from this uptick in employment opportu...

Making Yourself Heard in the Workplace: Essential Strategies for Career Success

As employees, we are often put in an overwhelming work environment, and being heard is more crucial than ever to your career success.  It’s not about raising your voice but rather ...

The Changing Nature of Work in the Post-Pandemic World

The job market is always in flux, but the past few years have brought some major changes that have left workers and employers alike scrambling to adapt. As the dust settles from the pandemic's massive disruptio...