Nonfarm payrolls increased by a better-than-expected 390,000 last month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate remained at 3.6% in May, while average hourly earnings were up 0.3% from April. Full Story: CNBC (6/3),Bloomberg (6/3)
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Walking offers physical benefits and supports mental health. Walking provides a break from daily stressors, brings focus to the present and alleviates symptoms of anxiety, while outdoor walks can confer additional mental health benefits such as mood improvement, says licensed clinical social worker Courtney Glashow. Full Story: Shape (6/2)
Benefits & Compensation
How women can close the retirement savings gap Women workers have an estimated median of $57,000 in retirement savings, compared with $118,000 that men have, according to Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies. There are ways women can close this retirement savings gap, starting with looking for a higher-paying job in this tight labor market and actively planning for retirement. Full Story: CNBC (6/4)
The HR Leader
How to help employees have more self-compassion Team members who are unusually hard on themselves need leaders who can coach them on how to manage their inner critic, tap into more positive internal monologues and get a clearer perspective on their situation, writes Jennifer V. Miller. "It's about encouraging a healthy mindset to rebound from setbacks so they can build resilience and move on to a more productive work life," Miller writes. Full Story: The People Equation blog (5/31)
"Wanna go for a walk with Addie?" These magic words get my grandchildren wiggling about and rushing for the door. "Let's go, Addie!" Kalei shouts and drags her little brother outside. They love walks. Being outside, breathing in fresh air, collecting rocks, leaves and flowers. Plus, I usually spring for ice cream or a cold drink. Walks are a promise of adventure and fun. I encourage you to take a walking adventure this week. As we see in our Health & Wellness story today, walking is wonderful for your physical and mental health. Find a new local trail to explore. Grab a coffee and walk at the beach. Call a friend and make it a time to chat and catch up. Or do what I do and throw your earbuds in and enjoy an audiobook. (I recently finished Alan Brennert's "Molokai." So good!) Just get outside. Let the fresh air and sunshine clear your mind and let the physical movement limber up those joints. How can I serve you better with this brief? Let me know! And if you enjoy this brief, tell others so they can benefit also.
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