by Justin Taylor | Aug 14, 2023 | Strategies for Employers
As employers seek to support the growth and development of their employees through clear career pathways, comprehensive benefits packages, and/or wage increases it is important for employers to be aware of some of the unintended consequences of some of these...
by Justin Taylor | Aug 14, 2023 | Strategies for Employers, Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates, Strategies for Workers
by: Lily McMahan, Policy Research Intern at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont Research has shown time and time again that benefits cliffs are one of the most prevalent barriers faced by working families to achieving economic stability and breaking the...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: It is difficult at times for some individuals to see a clear path to economic mobility, and often times, employers lack the knowledge necessary to assist employees in navigating and accessing public programs. Strategies: Consider hiring an onsite Career...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Unpaid training is only feasible for workers who have the means to go without pay for the training period. This may eliminate many workers who could be valuable employees and who may not even apply. Strategies: Unpaid training is only feasible for workers...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: While there are many technical training programs available for individuals, many employers have stated a great need for soft skills training for their staff, which when lacking, can hinder not only employee growth, but company image. Strategies: Employers...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Many positions require a High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency credential, such as the GED. In some ways, the GED is designed to be a stand-in for HS diploma and indicate that a student is qualified to do college work. It may be a higher-level...
