Here’s news you can use in a constantly changing business environment including the effect of long Covid on the available workforce, what to do when your business is stagnant, tech trends changing the way we buy, and more.

1. Long COVID-19 prevents many from working — Nearly 4 million Americans, that’s 2.4% of the working population, may be sidelined from their jobs due to long COVID, which can be recognized as a disability under federal law. Learn how long COVID is keeping millions of American from working.
2. What to do when your business is stagnant — Business growth isn’t typically linear. There are ups, downs and standstills. Explore three reasons your business is stagnant and how to recover.
3. Five tech trends changing the way we buy — From digital fitting for apparel to instant-delivery eats, technology has changed the way consumers buy goods. Discover how retailers are adopting digital solutions.

5. Executives and leaders are leaving due to burnout — Upper management, CEOs and executives are overworked, overwhelmed and leaving their companies for positions in organizations that recognize the value of a healthy and happy workforce. Learn more about this recent trend of top leadership officials leaving their roles.
6. Employer branding is the new marketing imperative — Marketing teams are well positioned to take a lead role in companies’ efforts to attract and retain both customers and top talent. Explore why employer marketing is the new branding priority.

Thank you to our Friday Five sources: NPR, Inc., U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Forbes, and MIT Sloan Management Review.

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