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The cost of overworking teams: Balancing productivity and well-being
When business demands increase, asking employees to work harder can seem like the fastest way to keep productivity on track. Longer hours, additional shifts and heavier workloads may help organizations meet short-term goals. But consistently relying on an overextended workforce can create costs that are much harder to see. Burnout, absenteeism, turnover, safety issues and […]
Wage competitiveness + how to stay attractive in a tight labor market
When labor markets tighten, employers often hear the same advice: raise wages. Sometimes, that is exactly what is needed. But wage competitiveness is more complicated than simply offering a higher hourly rate. The workers of today are evaluating jobs based on the full experience an employer provides, from pay and scheduling to flexibility, benefits, advancement […]
Staff Management | SMX Recruiting & Wages Report
The labor market remained stable throughout the second quarter of 2026, but employers continued to adjust hiring strategies in response to slower economic growth and ongoing cost pressures. Rather than aggressively expanding headcount, many organizations focused on improving productivity, reducing turnover and filling only their highest-priority positions. Hiring hasn’t stopped. Instead, businesses have become far […]
Recruit warehouse workers like a pro
The pandemic and high competition from other workplaces are two factors that make it pretty challenging to recruit warehouse workers. Follow these tips to recruit new warehouse workers like a pro.
Onsite Models Helps Fortune 100 Retailer Achieve Head Count
A Fortune 100 multinational retail corporation was struggling to achieve head count at their Minnesota distribution and fulfillment center.
Seasonal Ramp Up Results In 100% Fill Rate For New Positions
A leading online retailer known for timeliness and accuracy needed to ramp-up their temporary workforce in an extremely short window to meet the demands of their fourth-quarter busy season.