News Release: 5/29/2025
Rethinking the Resume: 87% of Job Seekers Want Skills to Matter More Than Degrees
Forget the skills gap — job seekers say it’s a training gap. According to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey, 79% of U.S. job seekers believe companies are passing over capable candidates because they’re unwilling to train them. And with 87% calling for skills-based hiring over degrees, many are pushing back on outdated job requirements that may be doing more harm than good. While hiring managers continue to cite a widening skills gap, most job seekers disagree. Instead, they
US Job Seekers Face Economic Fears, Increased Workloads and Growing Job Dissatisfaction
A recent study of U.S. job seekers has unveiled significant trends and concerns regarding employment, revealing a workforce grappling with increased demands, economic fears and growing dissatisfaction with key job aspects. The survey was conducted by The Harris Poll and commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. In the past year, more than half of employed job seekers have worked longer hours or more shifts than usual (55%), and nearly 1 in 5 (19%) have taken on another job to make ends
Picture Power: How Small Business Visual Content Turns Browsers into Buyers
Every corner of the internet runs on visuals. Whether it’s a fleeting Instagram story or a full-blown branded TikTok, content anchored in imagery continues to outperform text-only posts by wide margins. For small businesses that live and die by visibility, compelling visuals are more than window dressing—they’re currency. The way a photo, video, or graphic is crafted can mean the difference between engagement and invisibility in a sea of algorithmically sorted noise. First Impressions Are
Urgent: FinCEN Requires BOI Filings from Brighton, MI by 01/01/2025
The Corporate Transparency Act mandates that certain U.S. companies report details about their beneficial owners to combat financial crimes. As of today, 12/04/2024, Brighton, MI business owners have 27 calendar days(or 20 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN—don’t wait, or you could face fines of $500 per day! 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify as “reporting companies.” Exemptions apply
Turning Challenges into Triumphs for Lasting Business Success
Starting and growing a business is a dynamic journey that demands both creativity and strategic planning. In today’s competitive landscape, entrepreneurs must harness the power of technology and innovative practices to carve out a niche in the market. From leveraging digital platforms to understanding consumer behavior, the tools available today can significantly enhance business operations and customer engagement. By focusing on sustainable practices and integrating advanced technologies, businesses can
