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You Can Still Apply for Jobs Even Without Fulfilling Every Requirement

By Joel Schwan · 2 weeks ago

As a recent college graduate, you're stepping into a world full of possibilities. Yet, this transition can also bring its share of challenges—particularly when you're faced with job applications that seem to ask for qualifications ...

Guide to Workforce Planning: Process and Strategies

By Joel Schwan · 1 month ago

Workforce planning is a critical function that ensures an organization has the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles, at the right time. This guide outlines a comprehensive approach to workforce planning, ...

Dissatisfied with Your MSP?

By Joel Schwan · 1 month ago

Are you feeling frustrated with your Managed Service Provider (MSP)? You’re not alone. Many businesses face this challenge at some point. Before you make any drastic changes, it’s essential to understand the root causes of ...

Unlocking Success in 2024: A Practical Guide to Automating Your SMB

By Joel Schwan · 1 month ago

As we progress through 2024 toward 2025, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a new reality: automation is no longer just an option—it's a necessity. The business landscape is rapidly evolving, and staying competitive means ...

Making the Most of HR Service Level Agreements

By Joel Schwan · 2 months ago

Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are essential in establishing clear expectations and ensuring everyone knows their responsibilities. SLAs are formal agreements between service providers and clients that define the expected level of service, including specific metrics ...

The Benefits of Detailed SOWs and Proper Worker Classification

By Joel Schwan · 2 months ago

Worker classification has been a longstanding challenge, mostly due to evolving federal regulations and individual state compliances. Today, the stakes are higher, with contract requirements and benefit provisions becoming more stricter than ever. However, by ...

A Simple Guide to Hiring: Employee or 1099 Contractor?

By Joel Schwan · 4 months ago

Deciding whether to bring on an employee or hire a 1099 contractor can be a tricky decision. It all comes down to the nature of the work, legal implications, and your business needs. This guide ...

Outcome-Based Evaluations in Workforce Management

By Joel Schwan · 5 months ago

Outcome-Based Evaluation (OBE) is instrumental in enhancing organizational accountability and transparency by rigorously measuring the impact of workforce management programs. By focusing on results rather than activities (such as simple completion of tasks or attendance ...

Sustainability and Ethical Considerations in Strategic Sourcing

By Joel Schwan · 5 months ago

Strategic sourcing is no longer just about minimizing costs and maximizing efficiencies; it includes a critical focus on sustainability and ethical considerations. Businesses are increasingly held accountable not only for their own actions but also ...

Can Statements of Work (SOW) Be Strictly Non-Labor?

By Joel Schwan · 5 months ago

It has been argued that a Statement of Work (SOW) is solely a worker document, and must always include labor. But is it true? The SOW stands as a cornerstone document, delineating the parameters of ...

Healthcare Payer Analytics Revolution

By Joel Schwan · 7 months ago

The healthcare payer industry is on the cusp of a transformative shift as we approach 2024, with predictive analytics playing a pivotal role in reshaping how payers manage claims, improve patient outcomes, and personalize customer ...

Navigating the Odyssey of Job Applications

By Joel Schwan · 9 months ago

In a competitive job market, whether contingent or permanent, the hiring process plays a crucial role in connecting qualified candidates with suitable employment opportunities. However, there is a growing concern that the job application process ...

How to Build an Outstanding Resume

By Joel Schwan · 10 months ago

A resume is a document that summarizes your education, skills, achievements, and work experience. It is one of the most important tools for landing a job interview and impressing potential employers. However, writing a resume ...

Unpacking the Challenges in Contingent Workforce Management

By Joel Schwan · 11 months ago

Those involved in the world of contingent workforce (CW) industry have repeatedly emphasized the importance of bringing Statement of Work (SOW) worker spend under management. The quest for total visibility into who, what, where, when, ...

Independent Contractors: Shaping the Future of the Workforce

By Joel Schwan · 11 months ago

The global workforce is undergoing a profound transformation, shifting towards a more inclusive integration of independent contractors. This evolution in employment dynamics has been sparked by a confluence of factors, including technological progress, legislative adjustments, ...