WhatsApp is the most popular messaging app in most countries—but it has yet to achieve the same heights of popularity in the US. Now a new report shows that there is one US group that’s embraced the platform: people who identify as Hispanic.
Almost half (49%) of Hispanics use the app, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center. That makes perfect sense, considering it’s the dominant messaging platform in Latin America. READ MORE AT QUARTZ
An examination of any metric assessing the educational experience of Latino students suggests bleak academic achievement levels, graduation rates, college enrollment and completion rates, and post-graduate degree completion. READ MORE AT HUFFPOST
Last week we were at a networking event of about 300 people at a sit-down lunch. While some of the networking behaviours we noticed were simply missed opportunities, a few were cringeworthy. That lunch inspired these networking tips.
1. Take advantage of the time before the event begins. READ MORE AT BCBUSINESS
The Hispanic homeownership rate of 46.2% for 2017 showed an increase of 0.2% from 2016’s rate, leading Hispanics to become the only demographic to have increased their homeownership rate for the last three consecutive years.
Over the past decade, non-Hispanic whites have lost 1.9 million homeowners and were the only demographic to experience a net loss over this period of time. READ MORE AT HOUSEWIRE
Have you recently finished or are about to finish education and are about to take your first step into the world of professional work?
If so, then creating your first graduate CV may feel like a daunting task, given that you don’t have much professional experience to your name yet, and the advice your careers counsellor gave you at school is now outdated or forgotten. Understandably, you may be feeling daunted and unsure of where to begin.
You’re not alone; plenty of your peers will have this same dilemma. READ MORE AT SILICONREPUBLIC
Adela de la Torre, a UC Davis economist who has spent most of her career promoting better health among Latinas and Chicanos and social justice among students, has been named president of San Diego State University, which is facing tough challenges on enrollment, academic quality, fundraising and a possible expansion.
De la Torre, 63, will become the first woman to serve as a permanent president of SDSU. READ MORE AT THE SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE
The natural, organic health trend is hot among Hispanic consumers.
The rising influence of organic and clean label products have permeated virtually every segment of the food and beverage industry, from kids foods to adult beverages. But beyond store shelves, the impact of the organic and clean label movement is also increasingly taking root within ever more diverse segments of the American consumer population. This is especially true among Hispanic consumers, who wield a buying power of more than $1 trillion, according to “Organic and Clean Label Food Consumer in the U.S.,” a new report by market research firm Packaged Facts. READ MORE AT CONVENIENCE STORE DECISIONS
Global business leaders discuss why diversity and inclusion are important in the workplace—and what they do to make these issues a priority. The Wall Street Journal spoke to them at the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland. READ MORE AT THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Across America, there’s a shift happening in our economic landscape. Like a fast approaching vehicle caught in a blind spot, it is invisible to most.
The entertainment industry has created a narrow and stereotypical narrative of who Latinos are in the U.S. Since perception is reality, our substantial contributions to the American economy have essentially gone unnoticed. READ MORE AT FORBES
If your career is going too smoothly, it could be because you’re lucky.
But you must pause and ensure that you are not settling too much into a routine that is holding you back. If you’re challenging yourself, you must something go through changes that might not always be comfortable.
It is important for you to be able to know that the pain is part of your professional growth. It is not something that you need to fix. In fact, you should embrace it and try your best to keep your eye on the end goal rather than on the daily inconvenience.
Here are four situations where you need to deal with the unexpected at work. READ MORE AT ALBAWABA BUSINESS
Heart disease, cancer, diabetes and stroke are among the most common causes of illness, disability and death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC. These chronic conditions and the factors that lead to them can be more common or severe in minorities, including Hispanics.
For example, four out of 10 Hispanics die from heart disease or cancer, and they are 50 percent more likely to die from diabetes than Caucasians, according to the CDC. READ MORE AT DAILY JOURNAL
A lot of companies are wondering if the Hispanic market should be a part of their 2018 marketing plans or if they should wait another year or two.
If you’ve decided to give it a try, here are a few things you need to know.
You do not have to increase your marketing dollars to reach the Hispanic market. You just need to reallocate a good portion of your existing budget to areas or markets you haven’t reached before. READ MORE AT ORLANDO BUSINESS JOURNAL
It’s often said that we are the average of the people we surround ourselves with. This is true for me and some of my closest friends, as many of us struggle with breaking out of our shells and typically identify as more on the introverted side.
This can be a major challenge in professional settings, as introverts tend to be hyper-aware of how they behave in every situation. As a result, we have a tendency to overthink the way we present ourselves within a space such as a networking event.
This is an issue that many people face – if you’re one, you’re not alone. READ MORE AT THE AMERICAN GENIUS
It’s the rare construction firm that doesn’t cite people as its most important resource. And over the past two decades, that asset has become increasingly bilingual. Indeed, more than 27% of workers in construction are Hispanic or of Latino ethnicity, according to the most recent available data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
For many contractors, particularly larger firms and those in the Southwest, where worksite banter has long been a mix of Spanish and English, conducting jobsite tasks in both languages is largely second nature.
But as the population of Hispanic construction workers has grown and expanded to other parts of the country, contractors appear to have minimal guidance for ensuring that otherwise capable members of their workforce fully understand what’s expected of them, how work can be performed safely and how they can refine and enhance key skills. READ MORE AT ENGINEERING NEWS-RECORD
No matter the size of your office, there’s no question: Having a diverse workforce in your firm is good for business.
Whether you’re a large company or firm, or a small firm, or even a solo attorney, anything you do to be more diverse makes you a better, stronger firm. READ MORE
So you found the love of your life? Congrats. But what about the career of your life? Much like a relationship, your attitude, and mentality toward your job changes over time and through various stages. While sometimes you might have those butterfly twangs when you’re working on a certain project or deadline, other times you might be overflowing with toxicity, dreading heading into the office.
Since you arguably spend more time working than with your partner, your family or friends, having a mostly loving attitude toward your career will ensure you are fulfilled for decades. READ MORE AT LADDERS
Hispanic-serving institutions like the University of Houston are looking for answers as they try to figure out how to attract students to science, technology, engineering and math fields -- and how to best support them in those studies.
Hispanic students are underrepresented in STEM education despite their growing population in Texas and the United States, and these fields have an "intense demand" for skilled workers, UH said in a press release. READ MORE AT HOUSTON CHRON
Changing your strategies with time is necessary. Otherwise, you can bid farewell to all chances of success and progress. If you are an educated and trained professional, then you need to bag a job that has the potential for promotion in future. If you are the owner of any firm, then you need to hire proper candidates who can look after several departments. One sector has to work in close co-operation with the other, in case both desire to make the profit. So, several trends come and go, depending on the need of the market. It is apparent that you can expect to see specific enhancements in the staffing industry in 2018.
Diversification is the key to success
With time, both business owners and recruitment experts have understood that without diversification, no one will be able to survive in the market forever. Diversification is the key that drives this competitive recruitment arena. It is not right to keep a fixed rule as far as recruitment is concerned. William Almonte, Owner of Titan Staffing System says that diversification, not only in terms of hiring but also in selecting new locations for setting up new business ventures is a must. After a particular time, all viable resource in a specific area will drain out. To stay afloat in the market, one has to diversify. It stands true both for job seekers and job creators.
Increased use of technological tools
With the introduction of the internet and job sites, the entire face of the recruitment industry has changed. Candidates no longer have to go to different offices and submit their resumes with the hope that they will get a call for an interview. With the access to innumerable job sites, a candidate can open an online account, type in the details and job preferences. In 2018, there will be an increase in the use of Artificial Intelligence. These sites utilize unique Chatbots, which will match the job seekers’ profiles with job openings. Due to the inclusion of artificial intelligence, the process has become very easy and hassle-free.
Taking the help of social media
If you think that you need to open a profile on the job sites to bag an opportunity, then it is the time that you learn something about another trend that has already started in 2017 but will grow in 2018. Most recruiters advertise about any opening on the social media platforms. As every individual has a representation in one social medium or another, the news will reach the right destination immediately. Even the ace recruitment firm owner Mr. William Almontestresses the importance of maintaining and updating social media profiles. It will provide recruiters information about the personal interests of the candidate as well.
Looking after the needs of employees
Though the HR department looks after the needs of workers, it is clear that each industry will see several changes in 2018. They are all set to provide employees with flexible working hours, work from home as well as additional fiscal benefits. So, these will elevate the reputation of the agency and will also meet the requirements of employees.
Millennials want to work for employers who value diversity and inclusion, but despite a changing zeitgeist that favors diversity programs, many employers are either procrastinating this programmatic development or failing at its execution.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission offers some standard guidelines to use as a template for individual workplace diversity programs, but these aren’t appropriate for all workplaces, and aren’t valued by all employers. READ MORE AT FORBES
A new year brings so much promise, and I’m betting you’ve looked into 2018 and made some plans, but I wonder … have you thought about using this fresh start to look for a new job?
Hiring is actually pretty robust during the first quarter of a new year. Companies last summer and fall finalized their budgets and spending plans – including personnel and hiring needs – for this year. Open opportunities were most likely posted sometime in January, so if you’re interested in a position, don’t wait much longer to submit your materials for consideration. READ MORE AT RACINE COUNTY EYE
