Here’s news you can use in a constantly changing business environment including new job growth, a solution for supply chain challenges, how to reach customers without social media and more.

1. More thank 400K new jobs for 11 months — The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the U.S. added 431,000 jobs in March, marking the 11^th straight month that the economy has added at least 400,000 jobs. Learn more about this near-record level job growth.
2. Long-term thinking for supply chains — Short-term fixes can help ease supply chain pressures, but they aren’t sustainable. Discover how companies can stop kicking the can and learn to think long-term to solve supply chain challenges.
3. Stop mask shaming in the workplace — Employees have many reasons to continue wearing masks in the workplace, including a weakened immune system or living with people who are vulnerable to COVID-19. Other employees have decided precautions are no longer needed and some are engaging in acts of mask shaming that range from subtle to rude and passive aggressive. Learn how employers can stop this form of harassment.
4. Ready to break up with Facebook? – Some companies are beginning to see diminishing returns from social media marketing and are seeking alternatives. Check out this video on how to reach your audiences without social media.
5. When fear holds you back — Professional fears can hold us back from realizing our potential. Discover how five female professionals conquered their fears and are playing at the top of their game.

Thank you to our Friday Five sources: Corp!, Supply Chain Dive, SHRM, Inc. and Fast Company

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