In the world of social entrepreneurship, few stories are as compelling and full of teachable moments as Scott Beale’s story. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting Scott on our Outside Insights podcast, where he shared his personal journey from an aspiring changemaker to a global leader in fostering youth leadership and international volunteerism. […]
I’ve started several businesses, bootstrapped them, and grown them to mid-market size. I coach entrepreneurs and leaders to help them achieve the life and business they desire. My day job is with Placers, where we’ve been placing thousands of people for over 50 years. I spend my days and nights helping individuals close their personal […]
As most of you know, a key tenet of the Outside Insights way is breaking away from the grind to take care of one’s physical and mental wellbeing. I was very honored to have the opportunity to talk with Dr. Tricia Thompson for the latest episode of Outside Insights learn about her journey in […]
Here’s the thing – quitting shouldn’t be a bad word. But why does it often feel like it is? At Placers, we champion values like results-driven performance and relentless hustle, epitomized by Winston Churchill’s wartime call to “never, ever, ever give up.” This motto resonated so deeply with me that it found its […]
Hello, In this week’s episode of Outside Insights, I was joined by Mac Macleod, the co-founder of Carvertise, a successful media company revolutionizing ride-share advertising. Mac and I go way back to the start up days of Carvertise as I worked closely with his co-founder, and previous podcast guest, Greg in local not- for-profit […]
Every year at Placers we pick a theme that’s more than just a word – it’s our rally cry and our shared vision. Choosing our theme is a team sport that we all participate in by throwing different ideas into the mix. To help us brainstorm we consider key questions like: What do we need […]
In a recent interview on WDEL, our president Chris Burkhard shared insights into the latest workplace trends and the current job market landscape. Chris discussed viral workplace lingo like “quiet quitting” and “coffee badging,” highlighting how employees are seeking better work-life balance after the pandemic allowed more flexibility. While the job market remains […]
I’m a Delawarian through and through and perhaps one of my favorite characteristics of our little state is the big impact that local nonprofits have on our communities. I’ve been honored to speak with many leaders from these non-profits and am thankful that I can further their message through the Outside Insights platform. […]
In life, we encounter a diverse cast of characters. Among the cast that surrounds us, there are characters that particularly stand out, such as energy vampires – individuals who, knowingly or unknowingly, sap our vitality and leave us feeling drained. These individuals aren’t confined to our social circles; they can also reside within us, […]
Placers President Chris Burkhard joins WDEL’s DelAware to discuss Delaware’s job market status, 2024 hiring trends, changes in degree requirements for state jobs, and insights from his book “Opposite The Crowd” on personal development. Talking Points: Delaware’s Job Market: – Delaware’s unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, slightly higher than the national average. – […]
