Supporting remaining employees after a layoff

Just weeks into the coronavirus pandemic, unemployment claims soared past 30 million. Understandably, the focus is on those who are now jobless, whose job prospects and long-term security are suddenly unclear. What’s often overlooked in the economic reckoning, though, are the employees whose jobs were spared. While some may feel lucky to still be employed,…

Recruitment via videoconference: what a preparation!

In the past few years, videoconference interviewing is becoming more and more popular. The current specific situation increases this phenomenon. Therefore you have to pull all the cards on your side for this one to be a success. Personally, I find this type of interview more complicated than a physical one. The preparation phase is…

Europe Looks to Ease Lockdowns as Outbreaks Level Off.

Europe looks to ease lockdowns As global coronavirus cases passed the 3 million mark Monday, some of the hardest-hit European countries signaled tentative moves to restart their economies after weeks of lockdowns. Italy will start reopening construction and manufacturing sectors on May 4, retailers and museums on May 18, and bars, restaurants and hair salons on June 1. Schools won’t reopen until September.…

The scientific advances we need to stop COVID-19.

Bill Gates in Gates Notes: “The coronavirus pandemic pits all of humanity against the virus. The damage to health, wealth, and well-being has already been enormous. This is like a world war, except in this case, we’re all on the same side. Everyone can work together to learn about the disease and develop tools to…