We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Riley Vlahakis has been named the new President of Hiring Solutions LLC! Riley joined the Hiring Solutions LLC team in 2022 and has been an invaluable driver of our strategic growth since, previously serving as Vice President of the organization. With a robust background in Human Resources, a … Continue reading Big News at Hiring Solutions LLC!
by JP Pawliw, September 4, 2025, Updated September 5, 2025 Every two years, like clockwork, one of the largest automotive parts manufacturers in the world faced what it called a “big event”: a large project went off the rails, costing the company a minimum of $80 million to $100 million each time. When a new president … Continue reading The Secret to Building a High-Performing Team
June 24, 2025 | Sahar Ehsanyar The U.S. labor market has been struggling for years with a persistent and complex challenge: a labor shortage across industries, occupations, and regions. As organizations navigate how to attract and retain the talent they need, HR professionals are at the forefront of dealing with this crisis. Justin Ladner, senior labor … Continue reading SHRM25 Preview: Solving the Labor Shortage Puzzle
May 20, 2025 | Roy Maurer Bestselling author and workplace culture expert Adam Grant shared a personal example of discovering hidden potential at Workhuman Live 2025, held in the Denver area. “I was bad,” Grant told attendees on May 13, referring to his early attempts to be a springboard diver. “I was the worst diver in my … Continue reading 4 Ways to Recognize the Hidden Potential in Your Workforce
April 30, 2025 | Kathryn Mayer Wage growth remains steady, new government data out today finds, but most employers will likely stay cautious with pay strategies as economic uncertainty remains high. The Employment Cost Index (ECI) increased 0.9% in the first quarter of 2025 after rising the same amount last quarter, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data … Continue reading Wage, Benefits Growth Holds Steady in First Quarter
by David Lancefield and Dina Denham Smith There are plenty of reasons we experience disappointment over the course of our careers: the leadership roles, pitches, and awards we want but don’t land. The words and actions of people at work, in our community, and in society that don’t live up to our expectations. Disappointment is a complex, multi-layered … Continue reading Managing yourself | 6 Ways to Deal with Disappointment Strategically