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Nov. 13, 2023
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Focus on HR & Recruitment

Central Mass. employers work to overcome staffing challenges amid tight labor market

Isabel Tehan

Amid a tight labor market, industries must be innovative to keep operations moving.

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    Fitchburg State president to retire

    Timothy Doyle

    Fitchburg State University President Richard Lapidus will retire at the end of the 2023-24 academic year.

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    We, as leaders, dictate the culture

    Bonnie J. Walker

    When something is not working in my home – whether my kids are struggling or we’re out of a food staple -- the first thing I ask myself is, “What role have I played in this breakdown?”

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    The future is now: Demystifying AI for small businesses

    Delcie Bean

    In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the term "Artificial Intelligence" or "AI" is no longer confined to the realms of science fiction or the exclusive domain of tech giants.

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    10 Things I know about ... Cyber attacks

    Janelle Drolet

    10. Isolate infected systems. Just as we had to quarantine for Covid infections, power down compromised endpoints to avoid spreading the contagion to other parts of the network.

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    101: Workplace inclusion

    Emily Micucci

    Companies know they need to invest in diversity, equity, and inclusion, but achieving a truly inclusive workplace is something many human resource managers find elusive.

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    Opinion

    Viewpoint: Higher ed remains a strong investment

    Richard Lapidus

    Today’s - and tomorrow’s - engaged citizens will need to be well-versed in information literacy, able to locate and evaluate reliable sources of knowledge. These skills, so central to the functioning of a free and democratic society, are foundational to the curriculum that colleges and universities like Fitchburg State create for students.

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    Editorial

    Editorial: Even in a slowdown, Central Mass. real estate remains strong

    Central Massachusetts and the nation aren’t in a recession, at least not yet, but the economy isn’t nearly as rosy as it was during those growth years of the past decade. The red hot real estate market, which has been the hallmark of Worcester’s growth, is now facing a slow down.

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    From the Editor: The ups and downs of the labor market

    Brad Kane

    The coronavirus pandemic impacted American and global life in almost every way, ranging from big to small. For the business world, it’s safe to say the longest-lasting effect has been on the labor market.

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    A Thousand Words: Cannabis firms sue federal government

    Ramón L. Sandoval

    A coalition of cannabis businesses operating in Massachusetts have filed a lawsuit in federal court, hoping to convince the courts the Controlled Substances Act is unconstitutional.

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    Movers & Shakers

    Movers & Shakers for Nov. 13, 2023

    People are on the move at UMass Memorial Health, Milford Regional Medical Center, and Mirick O'Connell.

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Today's Poll

How important is it to you that the companies you do business with are located in Central Massachusetts?
Poll Description

When businesses pick vendors and suppliers, there are advantages to working with those based in the local market, including transportation savings, advanced understanding of the market, and boosting the local community. However, there are potential drawbacks as well, including they may not be the most affordable or highest-quality option.

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