Nobody likes hiring delays even though they remain a big part of the hiring process. One of the reasons that it takes employers so long to fill their open positions is the “skills gap” with available workers lacking the specific skills needed. This is true within certain industries and for a number of positions. So…
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The majority of human resources managers, 62%, use some sort of flexible talent — freelancers, temporary and agency workers — according to data released today by online staffing provider Upwork. And 79% expect their departments to utilize as many or more freelancers in 2017. The data is a specific cut of results from human resources…
The IRS warns accountants and tax preparers about a new, two-phased phishing scam involving cybercriminals posing as potential clients. This new scam is especially deceiving as many of tax professionals are so inundated with client requests during tax season that they may let their guard down. CPAs, Tax Preparers and Accountants are Targeted Here’s how…
Guilty of Not Using Your Vacation Time? Fifty-two percent of Americans who get paid vacation time said they would not use all their allotted time in 2016, according to a new Bankrate.com survey. Among those with paid vacation benefits, 30% said they would have seven to 10 days left over at the end of the…
Most Americans Will Be Gig Workers by 2025, Says Study By the year 2025, most workers (70%) and employers (68%) agree a majority of the workforce will be employed as Gig Workers (contractors, consultants, temporary or freelancers). This is according to a study released today by Randstad US (one of the largest HR services and…