Recent Career Articles
Happy hours, free stuff, remote work—perks that used to set small businesses apart have become increasingly commonplace. Offering more of these benefits, large businesses have the edge over the little guys in many ways, especially since they can also provide higher...
Has a conversation ever changed your life? We're willing to bet the answer is "yes." It's no secret that here at RAIR, we value inclusivity and the strength of women in leadership. That's why at every key point in our business, we include the expertise and knowledge...
Congratulations! You've just completed a highly anticipated interview for your dream job. You prepared, gave it your best shot, and feel confident about the opportunity. Now what? The ball may seem to be in the employer's court, but there are several key...
Now more than ever, women like Jen Schottke, president of the new West Michigan Construction Institute (WMCI), are challenging the long-held notion that the construction industry isn't a traditional career path for women. To learn more about how WMCI seeks to fill the...
Since I can remember, my family business has been a part of my life. In 1980, the year I was born, my dad and his partners founded Greenridge Realty. I grew up proud of the business my dad built and fondly remember company picnics, visiting the office and filling in...
Since cannabis was legalized in 2018, it's slowly become a part of Michiganders' everyday lives. At home, in stores, on billboards—cannabis is all around us. But what about the workplace? Employers everywhere are dealing with issues like drug testing, in-office...
The way we work has changed drastically over the last two years. For those in traditional office jobs especially, the game has changed. The necessity for remote work during the pandemic created opportunities for work-life balance that many never thought would be an...
"I used to feel insecure, inadequate and overwhelmed with the worry of whether I would ever be good enough," remembers Sara Lachman, an award-winning real estate attorney and Managing Partner of Lachman King. "Frankly, I was afraid to take critical risks because I...
Most of us are feeling the pinch of the talent market affecting our businesses. I often ask company leaders what their talent strategy is and the truth is, many of them haven't invested any time into creating a playbook for attracting and retaining talent. It's no...
The past year has been, if nothing else, a time of constant change. Doors are opening and closing left and right in the professional world, and plenty of people are walking through them. Rather than standing rigid against this tide of change, perhaps it's time to go...