As joblessness falls, skilled workers might be hard to find
Are America’s employers at risk of running out of skilled people to hire?
Opening the door: Employment among biggest obstacles facing freed felons
David Duett’s job interview was going great.
The Columbus native had been referred for the position by the business’ owner. The hiring manager had come to the portion of the interview where she talked about salary and time off, and Duett was hopeful.
Poll: Age, income factors in staying with single employer
A new poll says more than 40 percent of America’s baby boomers stayed with their employer for more than 20 years. But it’s unlikely that their children or grandchildren will experience the same job tenure.
In Mississippi, job placement made easier
Looking for a job? Looking for a worker?
In Mississippi, there’s an app for that.
Employers scrutinize latest health care concession
It may take weeks to render a verdict on the Obama administration’s latest health care concession to employers.
Hiring policies make job hunt tough for ex-inmates
Mississippi lawmakers say they want to reduce the number of former inmates who return to prison after serving time. However, one state representative said ex-felons could have trouble finding jobs because of workers’ compensation insurance policies that companies carry.
Employers step in to prevent worker burnout
olkswagen turns off some employees’ email 30 minutes after their shifts end. Goldman Sachs is urging junior staff to take weekends off. BMW is planning new rules that will keep workers from being contacted after hours.
Here’s a tax increase Republican lawmakers support
WASHINGTON — Republicans in Congress don’t usually fight for tax increases, especially ones that are part of President Barack Obama’s health care law. But GOP
Peter Imes: Finding work and workers online
Unemployment in the Golden Triangle now ranges anywhere from 10.7 percent (Oktibbeha County) to 22 percent (Noxubee County). In light of these staggering numbers, I think now may be a good time to review a few methods of finding both work (for the unemployed) and workers (for employers).
Peter Imes: Finding work and workers online
Unemployment in the Golden Triangle now ranges anywhere from 10.7 percent (Oktibbeha County) to 22 percent (Noxubee County). In light of these staggering numbers, I think now may be a good time to review a few methods of finding both work (for the unemployed) and workers (for employers).