Employee Participation

The Bureau of Labor Statistics says 2.2 million Americans quit their jobs in its Jobs Openings and Labor Turnover Summary, which is a sign workers have more confidence in the economy.

When organizations practice purpose-driven performance management, which includes components of direction, dialogue, inclusion, relevancy and mission, they tend to find improved success.

Supporters of raising the minimum wage say it will help a sixth of New Mexico's work force and provide $105 million in higher wages.

Corporations with sustainability programs see better employee morale, an improved public image and increased efficiency.

Initial claims for jobless benefits in Nevada fell 13.5 percent in January compared with the same month a year ago.

North Carolina legislators agreed Wednesday to cut payments to future jobless workers and raise business taxes to hasten repayment of $2.5 billion owed to the federal government because the state couldn't keep up with benefit requests during the recession.