Black Tech Week returned to downtown Cincinnati this week for its fifth year, bringing together thousands of entrepreneurs, students, investors, and corporate leaders for three days of networking, professional development, and workforce opportunities. The three-day conference is a culture-driven experience powered by community and corporate collaboration. Thousands of students, entrepreneurs, sponsors, and investors come together […]
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Black women are paid less and experience higher maternal mortality rates, according to report
Black women in Ohio are paid less, experience higher maternal mortality rates, and are more likely to be harmed by systems that are currently in place, according to a new report from Policy Matters of Ohio.
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Increasing the minimum wage will save 4,000 Ohio lives, study says
A recent study shows how raising the minimum wage in Ohio could save thousands of lives
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Movies and TV shows casting in Ohio
Looking for your next role? Our friends at Stacker and Backstage have a list of upcoming projects…
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“The Motherhood penalty:” Caretaking demands often put working women at a financial and workplace disadvantage. Can gig work and the care economy help?
Written by Lauren Thayne filadendron // Canva Caretaking demands often put working women at a financial and workplace disadvantage. Can gig work and the care economy help? More mothers with young children are working than ever before, but our current system puts them at a disadvantage. Between the gender pay gap, biases against mothers who […]
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What are microcredentials? And are they worth having?
Microcredentials certify peoples’ skills and knowledge, ranging in scope from software skills to broad abilities, but do they lead to better jobs and higher earnings?
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Most common causes of workplace stress
Workplace stress is a major issue in the US, with 75% of all doctor visits being stress-related, and most common causes include workload, interpersonal issues, change in leadership, work-life balance, poor company communication, and job insecurity.