In a world of self-service portals and customer service lines that proudly announce “that your call is important to us. There are just 48 callers in front of you, and your wait time 1 hour and 6 minutes” there has to be another way. You know real service when you see it. But how can […]
Chris joined WDEL this morning to talk about how the road to recovery in 2021 is going so far. How many people are at work or getting back to work. Chris provides some advice for individuals who have been dealing with long term unemployment and help to get bak to work. Lastly, if you are […]
Where does our confidence come from? How do I “fake it till I make it”? How do I know I am doing the right things with my life? I spend a lot of time with good people, customers, employees, friends, family and outside-inners that find value in our words and podcasts. The questions above are […]
This week Chris was able to join WDEL again to discuss the jobless claims report. Even though the number skewed down, Chris shared thoughts about why it’s still high from where it was just a year ago. Peter MacArthur and Chris talked about how the COVID vaccine will start to impact the workforce and employers […]
If we all wrote a letter to our boss and shared how we view their leadership, how would that work out? Could they handle the truth? If you’re a leader, could you? Many leaders have earned their stripes through time and tenure. The title, power, corner office and “control” are prized commodities. But, what if […]
Leading Delaware staffing and recruiting agency launches Outside Insights podcast Newark, Delaware – For the past two years, Placers President and Founder Chris Burkhard has shared his thoughts from more than 20 years in the staffing industry to help people do the work necessary to achieve the life they’ve been dreaming of. Using his […]
We’re eight days into January and it seems like all I read about is habit building, resolution setting, and how wellness is the key to my happiness. Now don’t get me wrong, I rock a daily plan, have a gratitude journal, I even review every week religiously for my wins and areas of improvement. And […]
Placers President Chris Burkhard was back again on WDEL to start 2021 off with some tips on finding a new job. If a career change was part of your New Years resolutions, he has some great insight to help out. Chris and Peter MacArthur also talk about the unemployment numbers that are reported out every […]
Only in 2020 would we run out of Christmas trees! Yes, 12 foot pines are going for more than a grand if you can find one. We are all so desperate for some normalcy many started bringing in the holiday cheer a little early this year. We are all looking to lift our spirits, have […]
I am a firm believer that contrarian thinking often creates positive outcomes. That going against the grain and the opposite direction of the crowd is ok, and oftentimes, how one can find the right answer, direction, or philosophy for living. First off, its crowded going with the masses. Yes, staying in your lane is safe, […]