The Unseen Labor of Grief: Reflecting on Bereavement Policies
I had just returned to the office after spending a day celebrating the life of my uncle. Ironically, one of the first emails I checked after being away included an article that resonated deeply with what I had just experienced. The article, “Is It Time to Rethink Your Bereavement Leave Policy?” from ExtensisHR, caught my […]
PES Connection: Issue 14 – February 2025
We are thrilled to bring you another roundup of the latest news, updates and insights from our office. This month, we have exciting content lined up, from special announcements to helpful tips and highlights that we think you’ll love. Grab your coffee, settle in, and enjoy the read—we hope this edition leaves you feeling inspired […]
Behind the Scenes: The Power of Collaboration in Hiring
I’ve always seen the value of Preference and our Staffing & Search divisions. I came as a candidate looking for work, I worked on our administrative team for 3 years and have had the opportunity to work with our team for now 7 years. I have seen firsthand how our consultants are making an impact […]
PES Connection: Issue 14 – January 2025
We are thrilled to bring you another roundup of the latest news, updates and insights from our office. This month, we have exciting content lined up, from special announcements to helpful tips and highlights that we think you’ll love. Grab your coffee, settle in, and enjoy the read—we hope this edition leaves you feeling inspired […]
Building Community and Connections: Our First ESOP Social
To build excitement for October’s ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) month, we kicked things off mid-September with an ESOP social at Swing Barrel Brewing Co. for Fargo/Moorhead area ESOPs. The idea was simple: bring together local employee-owned companies to get to know each other, swap ideas, discuss challenges, and get a clearer sense of what […]
What Wellness Means to Preference
According to SHRM’s 2022 Employee Benefits Survey, 41 percent of employers provide wellness resources and information currently. There is a greater need to take care of our employees in addition to paying fair and reasonable wages. “By offering employees the means and the educational tools to take control of their wellness, employers promote a healthier, […]