When organizations experience high turnover in the same roles year after year, it’s rarely a people problem. It’s a systems problem. Unclear expectations, mismatched workloads, unnecessary friction, and inconsistent training quietly drive employees out. Fixing turnover starts with fixing the systems people are asked to work within.

Minnesota’s Paid Leave Program launches January 1, 2026, with major implications for public school districts. Increased staff absences, substitute shortages, and added administrative complexity will challenge operations. Districts that plan now can better manage costs, protect instructional continuity, and reduce disruption.

What will job "applications" look like in 5 years?  My prediction is it won't look like an application at all. Instead, we may witness a transformation in how candidates and employers interact, leading to a more fluid and dynamic process that resembles more of a conversation than a formal application. Let's compare finding a job to finding a partner. In many ways, the two processes share similarities that go beyond mere coincidence. Both endeavors often begin within your imme

Paraprofessionals play a crucial role in supporting students, especially those with special needs. Yet, despite recruiting hundreds of paraprofessionals, many schools and districts still struggle to clearly define what this role truly entails. The common expectation is that paraprofessionals should be highly educated individuals who provide individualized instruction and support. This expectation has led to requirements such as holding an associate’s degree or passing a chall

There’s a quiet problem in K-12 hiring that rarely makes it into board presentations or HR dashboards. It’s not about pay scales, or certification bottlenecks, or even the well-documented teacher shortage. It’s about visibility. Or more accurately, invisibility—the way many public school jobs go unnoticed, buried in outdated systems and disconnected from the places where educators are actually looking.

Minnesota's child care crisis is worsening—school closures, staffing shortages, and policies are making care harder to find. Here’s why.

Feeling drained after the holidays? Burnout is real, but small changes can help. Here’s how to reset, recharge, and stay energized.

Hiring isn’t about scarcity—it’s about strategy. If you're struggling to find talent, it’s time to rethink your approach.

Short-staffed? Break the cycle of burnout and attrition with strategies to prioritize hiring, retention, and sustainable workloads.

When superintendents drive buses, it’s a sign of a deeper crisis. Let’s unpack the staffing challenges—and solutions schools can adopt.

Exploring the tension between corporate remote work and public-sector in-person roles. Can leading by example inspire change?

Minnesota school districts must meet 2025 wage posting laws. Learn how to stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Streamline hiring with the "Ten Commandments of Candidate Accessibility" for a more inclusive, mobile-friendly, and efficient process.

Struggling to fill childcare roles? Improving candidate experience with better visibility, simpler applications, and onboarding is key.

Public schools face funding cuts, rising challenges, and unsung heroes. Discover 5 key insights shaping education today.

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Unemployment law changes in Minnesota