January 7, 2021  

thestaffingstream.com – Providing the “White-Glove” Hiring Experience in the Age of Covid

There have been many recessions and even a few depressions during the history of the US economy, but never have we seen an event disrupt the workforce quite like the Covid-19 pandemic. Tens of millions of employees moved their workplaces from traditional offices to their homes virtually overnight — and the professional staffing industry had to pivot with them.

When in-person visits no longer became possible because of the national health emergency, professional recruiters got creative. Over the past 10 months, I’ve heard countless stories about how MRINetwork firm owners adjusted in order to give top talent the white-glove treatment.

Full article here: http://www.thestaffingstream.com/2021/01/07/the-white-glove-hiring-experience-in-the-age-of-covid/

January 7, 2021  

pollstar.com – Festival Experience, PPP Loan Help Make ‘Concerts In Your Car’ A 2020 Highlight

While 2020 has seen many out of work, forced to wait things out or struggling to adapt, the year has seen some busier and more successful than ever – such as CBF Productions’ Vincenzo Giammanco, who normally holds a dozen lifestyle-type festival events in Southern California but this year turned a PPP loan into  a full concert season that is expanding into multiple markets.
“When the pandemic hit we had to furlough our entire staff and it was kind of like ‘what’s next?’” says Giammanco, whose normal year includes the Boots & Brews Country festival among others in Southern California.  After somewhat simply noticing the empty parking lot at the Ventura County Fairgrounds while driving with his wife, he got the idea to try “car concerts” there, and it quickly took off.
“We’ve done 161 shows this year which is far more than our 12 we normally do, so it’s been quite a thing,” Giammanco says. “All our vendors and everyone have teamed up and it’s awesome we’ve created something special.”
January 6, 2021  

weddingwire.com – Bert Miller on 7 Ways to Support an Unemployed Partner

Beyond genuine, non-judgmental support, remember that you bring a valuable perspective to the table, says Bert Miller, the CEO of MRINetwork. How come? You weren’t recently laid off, but perhaps, you have been in the past, so you have an objective, unemotional voice of reason to their experience.

He recommends sitting down with your partner to help bring that realism as you start to make a plan together. “Don’t undermine your partner’s feelings, but instead provide balance where they will struggle to find it themselves,” he explains. “Building a plan as partners will take the onus of responsibility off of their shoulders and protect your relationship.”

Full article here: https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/spouse-lost-job

January 6, 2021  

weddingwire.com – Lauren Peacock on 7 Ways to Support an Unemployed Partner

Relationship and dating expert and author Lauren Peacock says it can help and bond for a partner to volunteer to help your spouse during their job hunt. This may include looking over their cover letter and resume, reaching out to your network, or simply being an example of healthy habits. Your partner will likely feel pressure to find a job quickly, but they need to care for themselves to manage stress and anxiety, too.

“Go on a walk or jog around the neighborhood or at the park. A change of scenery and exercise always helps boost the mood,” she shares. “If your partner is struggling to find this appealing, frame it as a day date in the park and not as a full-blown workout. Getting out and active is healthy for the body and mind.”

Full article here: https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/spouse-lost-job

January 5, 2021  

runthemoney.com – What Will Your Digital PR Strategy Look Like?

What is your digital PR strategy for 2021?

Across North America–and the globe–small business owners were among the hardest hit during the pandemic. With SMBs in mind, I asked a few dozen public relations and marketing professionals for their best tips for small business owners.

I put together this series to help you succeed this year. Read on to see what folks had to say about their top digital PR strategy–and how it can help you going into this crucial year.

“2020 is certainly a year no one will ever forget. Yes, the “Roaring Twenties” came in with a bang and turned the world upside down. So now it’s 2021 and you and your business survived the Pandemic. CONGRATULATIONS! You are now positioned to “take the bull by the horn” and ride a wave for forthcoming prosperity.

Taking a page out of history, if the post-Spanish Flu days of 1918 are any indication, pent up demand for just about EVERYTHING will be unstoppable! Are you prepared? With so much of our day-to-day lives this past year geared toward digital business, live streams and cyber-shopping.

Now is the time to position your company for future growth. How? Update your website. Make it relevant for today’s world. Make sure you have optimized it in as many ways possible to generate views. Use all the social media platforms available to aid in this task. Highlight your past successes and have you team ready for the influx of business.

And, most importantly, project confidence and pat yourself on the back for having survived, when many others have not!”

— Phil Lobel
Founder/President, Lobeline Communications

Full article here: https://www.runthemoney.com/what-will-your-digital-pr-strategy-look-like/

January 4, 2021  

mydomaine.com – How to Prepare for Divorce in 9 Steps

In other words, says family law attorney Sabrina Shaheen Cronin, “Attorneys should do a better job of counseling their clients to show them the pros and cons of ongoing litigation. For instance, if it costs $10,000 in attorneys’ fees to ‘win’ some assets worth $5,000, you would have been better off walking away from that asset and negotiating something else.”

Full article here: https://www.mydomaine.com/steps-to-take-when-preparing-for-divorce-1103276