Part-Time Work by Choice is On the Rise: New Express Survey Asks Why Howell/Brighton MI - 11/13/2019 Since the Great Recession, the number of Americans working part-time for economic reasons-such as the lack of full-time opportunities-has declined by more than 50 percent, from more than 9 million to less than 4.5 million. 

Why a Job without Health Insurance Terrifies Many Howell/Brighton MI - 10/24/2019 When job seekers evaluate job offers and opportunities, they look at more than just the hourly wage or base salary. According to a new survey from Express Employment Professionals, the vast majority-91%-consider health insurance and other benefits a "deciding factor."

In a Low Unemployment Economy, the Best Retention Policy is a Good Onboarding Policy Howell/Brighton MI - 10/11/2019 With unemployment at long-time lows, retaining talented employees is a top concern among employers, but many fail to realize that the right retention strategy begins before the new employee even walks through the door. In today's hiring climate, a welcoming onboarding experience is essential to employee retention. 

Recession Poll: Overwhelming Majority of Businesses Don’t See One Soon Howell/Brighton MI - 09/26/2019 An overwhelming majority of business leaders surveyed in a new Express Employment Professionals poll don't expect a recession within the next six months, despite increased media focus on the possibility of an upcoming downturn.

Happy Hours, Oil Changes and “Furry Fridays”—The Latest Trends in Employee Perks Howell/Brighton MI - 09/12/2019 Wages are on the rise and so are opportunities for workers to score a free lunch, win a vacation, enjoy a flexible schedule or bring their dog to work. In the modern workplace where employers are fighting fiercely to recruit new employees and keep the ones they have, employee perks are becoming more important and more creative.