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Galya Molinas shared her story as part of the Executive Conversation Series hosted by the International Center for Executive Options (ICEO)

Only eight percent of respondents identified “being part of a leadership team” as a net contributor to a successful working life.

In the second article of this series—The Complexities of a Layoff—we briefly addressed the onslaught of emotions that come with a layoff related to the company and, more importantly, related to the employees who were let go. We’re immediately consumed with thoughts about former employees—often, our colleagues—wondering about their financial well-being and their morale. Afterall, these individuals are left scrambling to find new work to support their families, sometimes without the time to even consider their career trajectory or the fulfillment they need from work.

The following article is part two of a four-part series about the ins and outs of layoffs and outplacement services.

Each month, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which describes itself as “the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economic and statistics,” releases their “Employment Situation Summary,” or what many of us in the industry refer to as the “Jobs Report.” It’s a detailed report which analyzes job growth or losses and other labor force statistics across many industries.And each month, largely to spare you from having to sift through the lengthy report to glean everything you need, we provide you with a high-level overview consisting of leading and lagging professional industries, geographic highlights, and more. We also provide you with some timely and relevant economic and workforce management news not included in the Jobs Report.

Each month, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which describes itself as “the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economic and statistics,” releases their “Employment Situation Summary,” or what many of us in the industry refer to as the “Jobs Report.” It’s a detailed report which analyzes job growth or losses and other labor force statistics across many industries.And each month, largely to spare you from having to sift through the lengthy report to glean everything you need, we provide you with a high-level overview consisting of leading and lagging professional industries, geographic highlights, and more. We also provide you with some timely and relevant economic and workforce management news not included in the Jobs Report.

As hard as it is to imagine, business news outlets are rushing to at least ask the question about whether Musk – the billionaire who bought Twitter this fall, laid off half of its employees and pressed remaining staff to go “hardcore” or just go – had somehow become a role model for the modern CEO.

Employers are continuing to adapt to the changes brought about by what is hopefully a waning global pandemic including remote and hybrid work, a shortage of talent, conflicting economic headwinds and the potential for a recession. Here are some tips to help your organization remain competitive.

As skilled employees continue to look at whether the grass is greener in a new organization, they are leaving huge voids in their former organizations.

5 strategies to retain your talent

A career story goes way beyond your resume, degrees, or certifications. It’s a narrative that’s unique to you, where you have come from, and where you want to go.

Organizations need to not only encourage leaders to undertake wellness conversations, but also train them in the best practices needed to help people to open up about their physical and mental wellbeing.