You've probably heard of the "Great Resignation" that is in the process of reshaping the workforce, but have you heard about the "Great Realization"?  Many experienced managers are finding they want to relinquish their supervisory duties and become individual contributors -- while remaining at their current employer. This article outlines why managers are making such a move and how it can be accomplished in a smart and productive way.

Corporate culture prizes standout employees, but it is important to recognize that average workers who meet expectations also are critical to team success. This group should be celebrated to boost retention and engagement.

Not all data scientists work for data enterprises, because it's possible to hire freelancers, Nisha Shagal notes. In this commentary, Shagal notes the 650% growth in the profession since 2012 and projections that 11.5 million more jobs will be available by 2026.

Strikes have taken place against 178 employers in 2021, per Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations, and unions and economists say the trend is being driven by the same factors fueling the "Great Resignation" as workers fight for better pay, enhanced benefits and high-quality jobs within a tighter job market. A Gallup poll in August found that 68% of Americans are in favor of unions -- the highest percentage since 1965 -- and the proportion rises to nearly 78% among ages 18 to 29.

The coronavirus pandemic has led to the absence of some 4.3 million people from the workforce, and employers are grappling with the challenge of having a smaller labor pool to select from. Some economists believe the decline in labor force participation could last for years or represent a permanent shift.

When most people think of Joshua Tree National Park, the probably envision one of the park's iconic Joshua trees. However, the California park is home to more than just trees. This photo gallery features some of the people and places you can find off the beaten path in Joshua Tree.