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HireStrategy Direct
April 1, 2008
Census Figures Show Weak Washington Area Growth
The Census Bureau reported last week that Greater Washington's
population barely increased last year, continuing a pattern of weak growth since the start of this decade. Most of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas are in the South and West.
According to one unscientific survey, March Madness could cost American companies as much as $1.7 billion in lost productivity this year, as workers waste time filling out office pools and watching the tournament on the Internet instead of working. But not everyone agrees.
Also, managers can be a great asset to an organization. They can teach new employees, and they can learn from their protégés along the way. Many Baby Boomers who had hoped to retire in their mid-fifties to mid-sixties have discovered they cannot yet afford to. Getting together for drinks after work with your officemates is not always a good idea.
Paul Villella
CEO, HireStrategy
News and Articles
Census Figures Show Weak Washington Area Growth
Greater Washington's population barely increased last year, continuing a pattern of weak growth since the start of this decade. Most of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas are in the South and West. Dallas and Atlanta lead the rankings.
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How Much Does "March Madness" Cost American Business?
The NCCA basketball tournament could cost American companies as much as $1.7 billion in lost productivity this year. But not everyone agrees that March Madness creates problems in the workplace.
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Mentors Make a Business Better
Your managers may be your biggest asset. Tap their talents to teach new employees, and they'll learn from their protégés along the way.
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Retirement Postponed
Baby boomers who'd expected to quit work by now discover they can't afford it. Blame the meltdown.
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Meet Up After Work? 'No Thanks', Say Many Officemates
Friendships outside the office build teamwork and boost job security. But pitfalls can include gossip and alcohol. Read article
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