Look for where the jobs might be Fields such as local and state government, finance, insurance, education, and health care are considered relatively recession-proof, providing steady opportunities even in a cooling labor market. Health care, in particular, continues to experience significant job growth. Experts suggest that job seekers expand their search to these sectors, as they are more likely to be hiring regardless of broader economic conditions. Full Story: PBS (6/20)
Hiring for values fit can strengthen customer loyalty Employees who live and breathe a company's values can significantly enhance customer retention, according to leadership consultant Alaina Love. She explains how an airline pilot on a recent trip made a difficult delay much more tenable to passengers by keeping them all regularly informed: "Bill wasn't just our pilot; he was the airline company, and every decision he made impacted its reputation with the traveling public." Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (6/23)
Strategies can help staff members maximize productivity Employees often feel overwhelmed by task management, losing up to seven hours weekly, according to an IFTTT survey. CEO Linden Tibbets suggests leaders encourage automation without fear of job loss, establish artificial intelligence guardrails, allow team-based tool testing and promote the use of saved time for professional development and wellness and family activities. Full Story: Employee Benefit News (free registration) (6/20)
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Nurses possess a wealth of transferable skills sought in many industries, as they are experienced in crisis management, empathy-based leadership and technical skills. Nurses are leaving the profession due to systemic issues such as understaffing and emotional exhaustion but are thriving in various industries, including health care technology, insurance and public health. Full Story: Forbes (tiered subscription model) (6/24)
The Landscape
The boomerang employee trend is back again The trend of "boomerang employees" -- those who return to work for a previous employer -- is on the rise, making up 35% of new hires in March, up from 31% a year earlier, according to ADP. This resurgence reflects changes in the workforce, including a reduced willingness to relocate, a cooling housing market, and a cautious labor environment that makes returning to a former employer more appealing. Full Story: Yahoo (6/21)
Burnout wasn't always a work problem A new study challenges the traditional view that burnout is primarily work-related. The research, involving 813 employees in Norway, found that less than 30% of participants attributed burnout to their jobs. Instead, a broader range of life factors, such as personal stress and anxiety, contribute significantly to burnout. The findings suggest a need to rethink definitions and strategies for addressing burnout. Full Story: ScienceAlert (Australia) (6/23)
From sister publication Kiplinger: Choosing a managed 401(k) account comes with an annual fee ranging from 0.4% to 0.6% of the account balance, in addition to the regular fund expenses. For example, with a $250,000 account, this translates to an extra $1,000 to $1,500 per year for professional management. While these fees pay for customized advice and ongoing support, they are a consideration for retirement savers. Investors need to weigh whether the cost justifies the benefits, especially if they have the knowledge and confidence to manage their own investments. Full Story: Kiplinger (6/23)
Spielberg filming "Jaws" in 1975 (Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
Set aside some time to scroll through this looooooong list that ranks Steven Spielberg movies. It is truly amazing how many epic flicks Spielberg has helped deliver to the Big Screen. Full Story: Esquire (6/23)
SmartBreak: Question of the Day
Scaled Composites is a privately funded space flight pioneer, having flown SpaceShipOne twice in 2004 to claim the Ansari X Prize. What billionaire was revealed to have funded the company's initial efforts?
I'm sure you've noticed I have been including a story from Kiplinger each issue. Kiplinger is one of our other publications here at Future (SmartBrief's parent company), and the editors write so many great stories that are applicable to Your Career readers that I thought I would start sharing them. Kiplinger first started publishing in 1920 and became part of our company nearly five years ago. If you are interested in learning more about personal finance, check out Kiplinger's newsletters. Janet Connor Kahler, editor of Your Career
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And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.
