There’s a quiet revolution underway in hiring and it’s not coming from Silicon Valley boardrooms or Ivy League institutions. It’s coming from the warehouse floors, the tech bootcamps, and the HR offices of forward-thinking companies. More employers than ever are rethinking the role of a college degree, placing a growing premium on practical skills, experience, […]
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There’s no corner of the U.S. economy that will be untouched by artificial intelligence (AI) – and New York’s Hudson Valley is no exception. AI is in the process of revolutionizing the hiring lifecycle with innovators claiming enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and greater retention. While properly implemented AI offers certain advantages, over-reliance on […]
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Ever wonder why some Hudson Valley manufacturers seem to effortlessly attract great talent while others struggle to fill key positions? The answer often lies in their recruitment strategy—or lack thereof. While our region’s private sector has shown remarkable strength, reaching record highs of 828,900 positions in late 2024, manufacturers face unique challenges in building their […]
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Looking for work has always required dedication, patience, and perseverance. But you may have noticed the process has become increasingly difficult lately. You’re not imagining it. Just type “Why is it so hard to find a job” into LinkedIn, and you’ll find thousands of posts from frustrated professionals sharing similar struggles. Navigating the current job […]
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Are your hiring strategies ready for the seasonal surge ahead? Organizations across the Hudson Valley face unique staffing challenges as market demands shift throughout the year. Whether you’re managing increased banking operations due to recent Federal Reserve rate adjustments, ramping up healthcare staffing for flu season, or scaling industrial teams for holiday shipping demands, seasonal […]
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For many businesses across the Hudson Valley, the hunt for critical skills has become an equally maddening scavenger hunt, with far higher stakes than a postponed dinner. Technological advancements, economic shifts, and regulatory changes are reshaping job requirements across our region’s key sectors. These forces demand new skills and adaptability from workers, often outpacing the […]
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You can feel it in the air. The sniffles start, the coughs echo, and suddenly your healthcare facility is bursting at the seams. Whether it’s the annual flu invasion or a holiday surge, these peak periods can push even the most well-staffed hospitals and clinics to their limits. For healthcare administrators in the Hudson Valley, […]
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Hiring is no easy task. But far too many businesses focus on the wrong aspects. Keeping your current employees happy is as important as hiring the right people for your company. Employee turnover and retention should be at the top of your employment programs. By creating good retention practices, you can create a competitive edge […]
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The business landscape feels vaguely uncertain. There are still many questions up in the air. Despite that, we’ve seen many leaders commit to increasing headcount over coming months. The fact is that to achieve organizational success and high performance in the face of uncertainty requires a fully-staffed workforce. We’ve found that hiring temporary workers […]
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At Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions, we pride ourselves on supporting individuals at all stages of their career paths, especially those just starting to follow their dreams. We are thrilled to announce the recipient of our annual $5,000 scholarship: Brandon Sherwood, a Hudson Valley high school graduate who will be attending the University of Maryland […]
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