Articles of Interest, Video and Job Transaction (June 4, 2025)

📺 Video

Investing in Relationships (Athletic Director U Interview with Charlotte AD Mike Hill; June 4, 2025)

🎯 Articles of Interest

Article: How talking (or writing) increases mental focus (NextBigIdeaClub.com, Maryellen MacDonald, June 3, 2025)

In a preview of her book, MacDonald emphasizes that talking is not only a means of communication but also a tool that enhances mental focus, regulates emotions, and facilitates learning. By articulating thoughts, whether aloud or internally, individuals can clarify their emotions and reinforce their understanding. MacDonald highlights that engaging in conversations, even with oneself, can lead to cognitive benefits such as improved problem-solving and emotional regulation. Check it out here.

Article: Job seekers say there’s a training gap — not a skills gap (HR Dive, June 3, 2025)

According to a survey by Express Employment Professionals, 79% of over 1,000 U.S. adults believe employers overlook capable candidates due to a reluctance to provide training. Additionally, 87% advocate for skills-based hiring over traditional degree requirements, and 90% indicate they would remain longer with companies that invest in employee training. Conversely, a separate survey of hiring managers reveals that 69% feel the skills gap is widening, despite 84% acknowledging their organizations have the resources to address it. Many employers have started to relax job requirements, such as experience and formal education, but face challenges in evaluating non-traditional credentials like online degrees. To bridge this divide, some companies are implementing strategies like skills mapping and skills-based rewards. However, a report from The Adecco Group indicates that 90% of companies lack "future-ready" talent strategies, especially concerning AI capabilities. Furthermore, HR Dive's Identity of HR survey suggests that training is becoming a lower priority in many organizations, potentially exacerbating the issue. Read more. 

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💼 Job Transaction

• Nike has named Michael Gonda its chief communications officer