Ethics can bring back trust in government
By Sabith Khan A recent study by Pew Research showed just 17 percent of Americans trust the federal government to do the right thing. Let’s pause and think about what that means for the world’s oldest democracy. Let’s also reflect on how this fact deters people — young and old — from participating in public Read More →
Read More →Chien: Maintain an adequate fund for emergencies
By Chia-Li Chien The government shutdown took a toll on furloughed employees and government contractors, reminding us all of the need for financial emergency preparedness. According to a 2015 study from the Pew Charitable Trusts, the median cost of a financial emergency is $2,000, or half of a typical monthly income. The study found that Read More →
Read More →Managing needs of four-generation workforce challenging
By Mark Riley A seismic shift is underway in today’s workplace. Two massive generations — the Baby Boomers and the millennials — with two very different sets of needs and expectations are testing the abilities of even the most adroit human resources department. This is true along the Central Coast, the rest of California and Read More →
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