LinkedIn is often regarded as the best social media platform for professionals. According to Hootsuite, two professionals join LinkedIn each second. And as of early 2019, 154 million U.S. workers had active profiles. Still, many of us are underutilizing the platform. While it serves as an online résumé and networking tool, its value goes well […]
In 2018, global pet food sales reached $91 billion, a 31 percent growth since 2013. Compared to other CPG categories like packaged food (which grew 23 percent over the same time period), pet food growth is strong. This could partially be attributed to the fact that more American families own pets than ever before (68 […]
In 2016, Fortune conducted a poll and found that millennials, more than Gen Xers and Baby Boomers, cared whether or not a company gave back to charitable causes. Nearly two-thirds of the millennials surveyed said that when it came to choosing a company to work for, they were more likely to want to work for […]
The Wall Street Journal recently reported that the cannabis industry added 50,000 new jobs to the American economy last year, making it one of the fastest-growing industries in the country. As such, cannabis has finally warranted a place in higher education with courses that are tailored specifically for those interested in pursuing a career in the marijuana sector. […]
The cannabis industry is growing at a blistering rate. But not every sector of the market is created equal. Edibles, for example, have long been gaining in popularity. It’s estimated that by 2022, consumers in the U.S. and Canada will spend $4.1 billion on CBD- and THC-laced treats. The high demand for potent, delicious, and […]
Acing an interview is the most critical step in landing that new dream job, but the reality is, even the most qualified candidates won’t be invited to interview without first submitting a standout résumé. For most of us, writing a résumé that summarizes years of experience and achievements onto a single page feels like an […]
In March, The Green Fund estimated that the cannabis industry was worth $150 billion. Its rapid growth can likely be attributed to a large number of female trailblazers who are paving the way across multiple sectors, from entrepreneurship to politics. Unlike other more well-established industries that are historically male-dominated, cannabis offers the opportunity for women to […]
When it comes to landing that perfect new job, nailing the interview is often the most critical step for any job seeker. According to experts, only 2 percent of candidates for any given position land an interview. Those interviews, in turn, only last an average of 40 minutes, giving candidates very little time to make […]
ForceBrands’ 2019 Talent Market Report found that employee benefits were one of the best, most effective ways for companies to attract and retain top talent in the incredibly competitive CPG industry. While some companies are offering more traditional benefits like 401(k) matching programs (45 percent of CPG companies offer this plan to their employees) and […]
ForceBrands’ 2019 Talent Market Report found that companies looking to attract and retain top talent should look to their benefits and compensations packages to remain competitive. When it comes to employee benefits, younger generations like millennials and Gen Zers favor work-life balance, flexibility, and unique perks — among them are paid sabbaticals. And like unlimited vacation, […]