2023’s Job Market Volatility

Barry Vince, President of Motive Workforce, sitting with arms crossed with people behind him

2023 is off to a fast and furious start. In the first week of the year, we experienced significant layoffs from powerhouse companies and a surprisingly strong December jobs report. Lots of job market data to decipher, but for now, the job market has overcome high amounts of tech layoffs and demand for workers continues […]

Women-Owned Businesses – Why They Matter

  Women-owned businesses continue to grow in numbers as female entrepreneurs are turning their passion into profits. The number has risen dramatically throughout the years. For example, according to American Express’s 2019 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report, women-owned businesses are growing two times faster on average than all businesses nationwide. This number has increased 21 […]

What Is the Metaverse and How Do We Work In It?

The pandemic has altered every aspect of how we get work done, including just how much time we need to spend together in person. And with all of the exciting new offerings of the metaverse, companies and their employees have more options for collaboration, innovation, and employee satisfaction than ever before. So, what is the […]

Barry & Rachel Discuss Mental Wellness

  January 19, 2022 Nearly every company in the country is hiring and struggling to locate qualified workers. The Great Resignation is in full effect and more workers are leaving the workforce then entering. Salaries are rising at record levels and companies are struggling to meet their deliverables due to lack of employees. The talent […]

Motive Women Lead the Charge in Staffing

Last week Motive Companies announced a strategic partnership with Two Roads Professional Resources, a 25-year leader in the staffing industry. Motive Workforce Solutions (MWS), formerly Two Roads, has always been a Women-Owned Business and it’s no surprise the leadership continues to focus on Women in Leadership. Sarah Bennett, formerly Talent Acquisition Manager, has been named […]

Employee Retention – Everything Employers Need To Know To Keep Key Talent

  A study by Microsoft found that 41% of the global workforce would consider leaving their current employer within the next year. Is your company set up to retain employees? Most employees leave managers, not the company itself. Are your managers empowered and qualified to grow teams? Cost of losing employees can be paralyzing to […]