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What Is Work-Life Balance vs. Work-Life Harmony?

February 17, 2021 

As people feel the impact on daily life during a global pandemic, maintaining work-life balance and harmony is more important than ever. A 2020 Harris Poll found that stress related to the economy and work has increased significantly since 2019, with 70% of respondents saying that work was a significant stressor in their lives. This may be especially true for adults who started telecommuting because of the COVID-19 pandemic, as studies have shown that employees who telecommute work an average of three hours more per week than on-site workers. Students who started attending school online may also be struggling to […]

Risk Management Techniques and Tips for HR Professionals

February 17, 2021 

Human resources (HR) departments used to focus solely on hiring, training, and managing employees. Today, however, human resource management has evolved to encompass risks posed by technology, social media, the gig economy, and other factors. HR professionals now need to have a comprehensive risk management strategy to help prevent, monitor, and mitigate risk. To learn more, check out the infographic below, created by Maryville University’s online Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management program. An Introduction to Risk Management HR teams engage in recruiting, conflict resolution, and other activities that introduce potential risks, such as abuse, property damage, and personal injury. […]

Career and Industry Outlooks: A Black Perspective

February 15, 2021 

Being Black in America comes with unique pressures and challenges. Being Black in corporate America can be even harder, as workplace cultures and policies may create inequitable work environments for Black professionals. This is reflected in the number of Black professionals in leadership roles: Recent data suggests that African Americans hold just 3.2% of senior leadership roles at U.S.-based companies and corporations, despite accounting for 10% of U.S. college graduates. Skilled technology professionals are in high demand. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment in computer and information technology occupations will grow by 11% between 2019 and 2029. […]

What Perseverance Means to Me

February 15, 2021 

By Lexy Vreeland Well, we made it to 2021. I think if we learned anything in this last year it’s perseverance. Life has a way of testing us. Just when things seem to hard or impossible, we find a way to overcome and grow. To me perseverance is the ability keep moving forward, even when times get tough. I believe personal growth occurs during tough times and times of adversity. The path to my goals has not always been easy, but I persevered. Goal setting becomes very important during times of hardship — it’s the cliché “light at the end of […]

Importance of Entrepreneurship: Types, Benefits, and Styles

February 12, 2021 

Economies are powered by innovation. Much of that innovation derives from forward-thinking individuals who possess the drive, skills, and background to turn a business vision into reality. The importance of entrepreneurs extends beyond the effect those individuals have on their own companies, however. They impact their broader communities, and, in some cases, even the world. Entrepreneurs have played a pivotal role in the growth of the U.S. economy since the 19th century. They spur industry transformations, create entirely new markets, and help to build resilient communities. Investopedia describes four ways entrepreneurs benefit society: The companies that entrepreneurs found tend to […]

Empowering Women in Higher Education Leadership

February 9, 2021 

Though men still hold the majority of executive leadership positions in higher education, women represent more than half of administrators overall, according to a study from the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR). Women in higher education leadership bring unique skills to bear on their approach to leading — skills honed by navigating the competing demands of their gender and their occupation. Women in Higher Education: Stats and Trends The number of women in higher education leadership is on the rise, but that is a relatively recent development. In the not-so-distant past, women couldn’t attend most colleges and universities […]

Importance of Diversity in Leadership

February 4, 2021 

Now more than ever, companies are taking a good hard look at their leadership teams and evaluating them on a different criterion. It’s no longer simply a matter of being educated or experienced. The evolution of the marketplace dictates a corresponding evolution in corporate leadership, which has executives asking themselves, “Is our company diverse enough?” More specifically, they want to know if they have enough diversity in leadership roles. Not all managers are created equal, but the great ones always have those key qualities that make them effective leaders. They are highly proficient communicators, critical thinkers, adept at decision-making and […]

Virtual Leadership Styles for Remote Businesses

February 4, 2021 

By 2025, 36.2 million Americans will work remotely, according to a report on the future workforce by Upwork. Remote work is nothing new, and trends indicate continued growth for remote workers and increased demand for virtual leadership skills. Gallup reports that remote workdays for U.S. workers have doubled since the COVID-19 pandemic began.A total of 45% of U.S. jobs can possibly be virtual, according to a report on the COVID-19 labor market from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Experts say remote work, also known as telecommuting, will continue even after the pandemic restrictions are lifted and employees are able to return to the office. Gartner reports that […]

You Belong in the Room — Exploring Impostor Syndrome from a Black Perspective

February 2, 2021 

In late 2018, Michelle Obama embarked on a book tour for her memoir Becoming, which sold more than 2 million copies in the U.S. and Canada within 15 days of its release and hit bestseller lists around the globe. Yet during an appearance at a London school, when asked how she felt about being seen as a symbol of hope, the former first lady admitted she still suffers from impostor syndrome. “It doesn’t go away, that feeling that you shouldn’t take me that seriously,” Obama replied. “I share that with you because we all have doubts in our abilities, about our […]

Build a New Home for Yourself Through Education

January 20, 2021 

By Stephanie Marchetti In more than a decade working in higher education, I’ve always told my students that an education is one of the few things in life no one can ever take away from you. Earning a degree, no matter the level, has the power to instantly change your life. Your degree will not just offer you career opportunities, but also a sense of pride and empowerment that few other things in life can grant. Your degree does not just show that you have mastered a field, but it also expresses the power of your determination, the strength of […]