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January 21, 2021 | Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Digital Scouting is the Latest Recruitment Tool for the Supply Chain
As companies continue to work remotely because of the COVID-19 pandemic, digital scouting is being utilized to find new talent.
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July/August Issue 2020 | Industrial Distribution
Upskilling the Supply Chain
While critical to many companies, the supply chain and logistics industry suffers from an ongoing talent gap, one that not only makes it difficult to source new talent, but also makes it more important than ever to retain and up-level existing talent.
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June Issue 2020 | Supply and Demand Chain Executive
How to Advance Your Supply Chain Through Mentorship
When people think of a mentorship program, they often think of one-on-one mentoring, but that’s not the only option available.
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June 8, 2020 | Modern Materials Handling
Logistics Labor 2020: Filling the void
We began 2020 with an unemployment rate of only 3.5%, and our nation’s logistics, warehouse and distribution center operations—as well as our carrier partners—were experiencing one of the tightest labor markets in a generation.
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November 27, 2018 | Business.com
4 Tips to Motivate Your Employees in 2019
If you're looking for fresh ways to motivate your employees this upcoming year, try these four tips.
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October 10, 2018 | Gov Loop
Your Career Plan Must Include These 5 Things
There are endless career development plan templates on the internet. Pick a style you like, but make sure it
includes these key elements.
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October 8, 2018 | Modern Materials Handling
Women in the Supply Chain: How far have we come?
Look around at any supply chain- or logistics-oriented trade show these days and women still remain largely
outnumbered on the expo floor, in educational sessions and at networking events. Even so, Gartner’s
third-annual "Women in Supply Chain Survey" reveals sustained representation of women in the
senior-most ranks of supply chain organizations, with more supply chain leaders spearheading their own
initiatives to attract, retain and advance women.
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September 10, 2018 | Debt.com
So many workers are either leaving jobs or looking for new ones
Our survey of 1,000 professionals found that more than 80% of workers are either actively look for, or are
open to, a new job opportunity. President David Alexander discusses our findings with Dori Zinn.
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August 30, 2018 | Inc
5 Questions You Need to Ask Your Best Employees If You Want Them to Stay
It's hard to know what your employees want, but once they decide to leave, it'll be too late. Micheal
Schneider discusses our survey data and insights so you can better understand the current talent landscape.
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August 13, 2018 | The Motley Fool
Most American Workers Are Willing to Consider a New Job
Our recent survey found that 80% of U.S. professionals will at least listen if opportunity comes calling.
Daniel Kline discusses our findings in his article via The Motley Fool.
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July 30, 2018 | Fast Company
Here are six signs that it's time to quit your job
We conducted a recent survey and found that 80% of people are passively or actively looking for new job
opportunities. Finding new work can be terrifying, but here's how to know when it's time to pull the trigger
and quit.
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July 30, 2018 | CPA Practice Advisor
Most Workers Actively Seek or are Passively Open to a New Job
We surveyed 1,000 professionals to provide valuable insights for today's employers around the current talent
landscape and job seeker attitudes. President David Alexander discusses these findings in regards to the
current labor market.
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July 30, 2018 | HR Daily Advisor
In Case You Forgot: Your Employees Are Job-Hunting
Our research shows that most employees are probably on the hunt for a better job. We surveyed 1,000
professionals to find out the latest workplace trends.
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July 20, 2018 | HR Dive
More than a quarter of workers are on the hunt for a new job
We surveyed 1,000 professionals to find out what workers want. Find out what would make these industry
professionals stay, and what would make them start the job hunt.
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July 19, 2018 | Supply Chain Brain
How New Grads Can Land a Career in Supply Chain
VP Tisha Danehl discusses how recent grads can land jobs in the supply chain industry with Robert Bowman at
SupplyChainBrain. Tune in to listen to Tisha’s informative tips on how to break into this changing industry.
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July 18, 2018 | Press Release
Over Eighty Percent of Full-time Workers are Actively Seeking or Passively Open to New Job Opportunities
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November 17, 2016 | Inbound Logistics
Supercharging Your Supply Chain and Logistics Career
Our vice president, Tisha Danehl, discusses how exciting career opportunities within the global supply chain
are being created through the adoption of new technologies and emerging business models.
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September 26, 2016 | Inbound Logistics
Transportation Infrastructure: The Roads to the White House
Ajilon Vice President, Tisha Danehl, provides insights into hiring and retaining supply chain and logistics
professionals. Ajilon is devoting more resources to meeting the increased demand for supply chain
professionals, such as resume writing and interview workshops for college seniors as well as the Salary Guide.
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September 21, 2016 | Industrial Distribution
Why Succession Planning Is So Crucial
A Census Bureau report reveals that by 2029, when all Baby Boomers turn 65 years or older, they will
represent 20 percent of the U.S. population. With more and more Baby Boomers reaching and even surpassing
retirement age, organizations need to focus on creating a succession plan to recruit and train top talent.
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September 15, 2016 | Supply and Demand Chain Executive
Put Me In, Coach!
C-suite mentoring especially can be broad based since there are so many different skills necessary to run a
company from the top. The types of employees that are ripe for C-suite mentorship are what Tisha Danehl, vice
president at Ajilon Professional Staffing, refers to as high potentials.
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September 13, 2016 | Supply Chain Management Review
More Supply Chain Management Jobs for Women in Forecast
Tisha Danehl, Vice President of Ajilon Professional Staffing in Chicago, says that a recent survey done by
her firm indicates that demand for supply chain professionals have "gone through the roof." Furthermore, she
says, women are finally breaking into the top echelons of what had been a male-dominated industry.
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July 29, 2016 | Industrial Distribution
How To Recruit Top Supply Chain And Logistics Professionals
The war for talent in the supply chain and logistics industry has reshaped strategies for hiring, recruiting,
training and maintaining top talent management.
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July 22, 2016 | Metro New York
These are some of the fastest growing jobs in health care
Love health and wellness but loathe the sight of blood? Though we often think of doctors and nurses when it
comes to health care, there are many desk jobs that require an interest in health and medicine but not an M.D.
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June 29, 2016 | CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly
While overall U.S. job growth weakens, demand for supply chain managers remains strong
When the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its most recent report on the employment situation,
the news was not promising. Job growth had slowed, and wage growth had stalled.
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Industrial Distribution
Tips To Advance Your Supply Chain And Logistics Career
For many supply chain and logistics professionals, the change in seasons is the perfect time to evaluate
their current employment situation and assess whether a career change is necessary.
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Industrial Distribution
The Cost of a Bad Hire
A company is only as good as its employees, and staffing or hiring the wrong ones play a large part in a
company's success.
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March 24, 2016 | Logistics Management
Grooming the New Generation of Supply Chain Managers
In compiling the annual "Salary Survey" for our sister publication – Logistics Management – we
discovered some significant new trends in the search for new talent.
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March 08, 2016 | Supply Chain 24/7
International Women's Day in logistics management
One of our most closely read magazine features is next month's Annual Salary Survey, which examines the
compensation and rewards given to the nation's leading logistics managers.
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May 26, 2015 | Business Insider
The Pros and Cons of Job Hopping
As the job market has shifted over the past several decades (and especially after the recession), job-hopping
is on the rise, and it doesn't look like the trend will be stopping any time soon.
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September 21, 2020
Ajilon Launches Partnership with Penn Foster to Upskill Today's Workforce
Ajilon Academy looks to advance workers' careers through online skills training opportunities
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