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AI is Giving You an Hour a Day. Where Did It Go?

AI has quietly given professionals back one of the rarest resources—time. But instead of feeling freer, most of us are working longer hours, sitting in more meetings, and answering Slack messages faster than ever. The question isn’t whether AI can make us more efficient; it’s whether we’ll use that efficiency to rethink how we work, or simply fill the space with more of the same.

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For Employers Kassidy Kann For Employers Kassidy Kann

The Truth About Employee Engagement

Employee engagement is more nuanced than most advice suggests. This piece explores why vision alone cannot sustain commitment, how leaders can make impact visible, and what it takes to build a culture where people feel connected, motivated, and able to contribute in meaningful ways.

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For Employers, Construction Kassidy Kann For Employers, Construction Kassidy Kann

The Cost Crisis in Construction

Remote work flexibility was supposed to give employees balance, but Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index shows the opposite. The rise of the ‘infinite workday’ and the triple peak schedule is leaving professionals burned out and disconnected. Evening meetings are up 16 percent, and 40 percent of employees check email before 6 a.m. The lack of boundaries is creating a crisis of trust and engagement.

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For Job Seekers, For Employers Kassidy Kann For Job Seekers, For Employers Kassidy Kann

The Infinite Workday Is Worse Than Ever

Remote work flexibility was supposed to give employees balance, but Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index shows the opposite. The rise of the ‘infinite workday’ and the triple peak schedule is leaving professionals burned out and disconnected. Evening meetings are up 16 percent, and 40 percent of employees check email before 6 a.m. The lack of boundaries is creating a crisis of trust and engagement.

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For Employers, For Job Seekers, Banking Kassidy Kann For Employers, For Job Seekers, Banking Kassidy Kann

Why Top Talent Is Choosing Community Banking

Top talent is choosing community banking for its strong culture, career growth, and flexible work environment. Community banks offer meaningful roles, employee autonomy, and a local-first purpose that appeals to professionals seeking impact and work-life balance. Hiring leaders who highlight these strengths can attract and retain skilled bankers in a competitive market.

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For Job Seekers, For Employers, Accounting Kassidy Kann For Job Seekers, For Employers, Accounting Kassidy Kann

Is Burnout the New Normal?

Burnout in accounting is no longer a seasonal issue. Firms are losing top talent, struggling to recruit, and facing higher turnover as professionals seek flexibility, purpose, and better work-life balance. With nearly 60% of accountants reporting burnout, the profession is at a critical point. Ignoring it puts retention, performance, and long-term growth at risk.

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For Employers, Insurance Kassidy Kann For Employers, Insurance Kassidy Kann

Insurance’s Culture Divide

The insurance industry is facing high turnover, rising costs, and growing pressure to modernize. But while many focus on technology and efficiency, culture remains the key to attracting and retaining top insurance talent. In this blog, we explore how leadership, employee engagement, and a strong workplace culture drive long-term success in today’s competitive insurance market.

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