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The Dominican Republic is Set to Trial the 4-Day Work Week

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According to a recent report published by The Guardian , the Caribbean nation is set to trial a four-day work week, a flexible work concept that has slowly gained interest internationally in recent years. The Dominican Republic is looking to improve work-life benefits of many workers in the country. Canada , and South Africa.

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Tech Talent Shortage Threatens U.S. Innovation Despite Record R&D Spending

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Science and Engineering 2024 report. The report shows that STEM occupations account for nearly a quarter, or 24%, of the U.S. Attracting and retaining international students and talent also remains a priority. million people in diverse occupations that require STEM knowledge and expertise in 2021.” As the U.S.

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Apprenticeships Are Making a Comeback—Here’s Why

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Department of Labor reports a 6% growth in year-over-year data in 2023, with 641,044 apprenticeship positions at the beginning of 2024. Apprentice vs intern: What’s the difference? But for some industries, much beyond the trades we all think of as using apprentices, these programs are a path to meaningful and lucrative careers.

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Do Pay Transparency Laws Actually Matter?

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Policy goals Pay transparency laws are regulations that require employers to disclose information about employee compensation, either to the employees themselves or to the public. According to SHRM , 74% of U.S. workers say that they are less interested in applying to job postings that do not list a pay range, and 73% of U.S.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Courts and government agencies frown upon individual employees selectively keeping or tossing important documents.

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AI Probably Won’t Take Your Job In 2024

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Companies are catching on to this symbiotic workflow, and they’re showing this in their quarterly reports. The Washington Post recently published an analysis of corporate reports and found that over 1,000 public companies have mentioned the use of AI. The report found that hundreds of U.S.

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How To Hire And Manage Freelancers, According To Experts

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The co-founder and CEO of SparkToro , who previously co-founded Moz, gives consultants an edge over agencies and full-time employees in a recent blog post. The company hired four agencies and five consultants in its first two years. Of course, managing a freelancer is not the same as managing a full-time employee or agency.