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Layoffs are still hitting hard in 2025, and people are more confused than ever. In the past, mass layoffs have largely affected a particular economy or sector and had clear causes: recessions, bubble bursts, a global pandemic, or course corrections after overhiring.  This time feels different. Cuts are happening across industries worldwide – even in companies performing well. And unlike before, hiring hasn’t bounced back quickly, leaving job seekers in the dark about their futures.  Things are s

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Most businesses only chase key performance indicators (KPIs) like growth, revenue, and customer retention. In the relentless pursuit of these goals, they become obsessed with the numbers. This often comes at the cost of their employees’ well-being, resulting in underperformance, retention issues, and reputational damage.  Hitting business goals while nurturing your employees might seem like a stretch. But Kirsty Birch, a seasoned workplace well-being trainer (and an experienced accountant, to bo

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“DEI would have ruined this country. And now it’s dead.”  With these words, newly elected President Trump declared an end to DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) programs in the federal government during a press conference on February 1st, 2025. With a rising tide of political and cultural backlash against DEI, many employers are unsure where they stand.  My take? Companies must stand firm in their commitment to DEI policies and practices where they can.  In this article, I take a closer look 

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