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The second half of 2025—and with it, a sharper focus on workforce agility, operational resilience, and employee retention. For manufacturers facing continued tariff and supply chain uncertainty, record-high capital equipment investment costs, and Gen Z’s growing presence on the manufacturing floor, talent strategy is no longer a back-office, HR-centric function. It’s now a boardroom priority….

As reshoring accelerates, AI gains ground on the line, and seasoned engineering professionals eye retirement, talent remains your decisive advantage.  Here’s what the latest research says . . . and the concrete moves you can make now to stay ahead of your competition. 1. Digital‑Fluent Talent Is No Longer Optional A 2025 Deloitte Smart Manufacturing…

The U.S. manufacturing industry is at a pivotal juncture. With technological advancements and shifting workforce demographics, manufacturers must reevaluate strategies to attract, develop, and retain top engineering talent. Generation Z and younger millennials are entering the job market with distinct expectations regarding purpose, learning, and workplace culture. As of Q2 2024, Gen Z workers comprise…

Behavioral-Based Interviewing: Preparing for a Successful Interview  Behavioral-Based Interview Prep Questions The majority of employers seek individuals who: Display enthusiasm for the company, its mission, and its people. Believe that they can do the job and have well-matched skills. Are coachable and strive to make an immediate contribution. Employers also factor in chemistry, personality match,…

Behavioral-Based Interviewing Using the STAR Model: Be Prepared For Your Next Interview by Following These Simple Steps To have the most meaningful exchange of information during an interview, you must be skilled in behavioral-based interviewing techniques. More importantly, you must be sure that you are skilled in answering behavioral questions using the STAR model. STAR…

It may seem counterintuitive that despite the pandemic — or perhaps because of it — a surprising number of people are considering a voluntary career move. They may be motivated by an increasing sense of dissatisfaction with their present position or, on a more positive note, they may be identifying new opportunities as business leaders…

The new World of Work has compelled companies to take a fresh look at the way they do just about everything. And in the course of making necessary adjustments, they’ve come away with insights that will prevail well after the crisis has passed. From how they schedule meetings and manage teams to how they fill…

Hiring a new employee remotely can seem like a daunting task to say the least. How can you possibly assess a potential candidate when you can’t read their body language or make proper eye contact over a Zoom call? Even more importantly, how can you determine if they will thrive working in a remote environment,…