SMLR Shares Expertise on How the COVID-19 Pandemic is Changing the World of Work

Morning Brew writes about a study, led by Jessica Methot, that examines the positive impact of small talk at work.

The New York Times asks Jessica Methot about her new study on the surprising benefits of office small talk and the impact of working from home.

WNYC Radio interviews Carmen Martino of the Occupational Training and Education Consortium about the dangers facing temp workers during the COVID-19 pandemic | Gothamist and NJ Spotlight republish the story.

ROI-NJ reports on a virtual panel discussion co-sponsored by the Center for HR and Leadership Development, quoting panelist Carmen Martino of the Occupational Training and Education Consortium.

NJTV interviews Christopher Hayes about the pandemic’s disproportionate impact on people of color.

Thrive Global publishes an op-ed by Tracy Chang on the ways mindfulness and breathing awareness can help healthcare workers – and all of us – cope with stress during the pandemic.

The 74 reports on the jobless rate for students, citing past research by Daniel Douglas of the Education and Employment Research Center.

Business Insider quotes Scott Seibert on the opportunity cost of getting an advanced degree while you are furloughed or laid-off from your job.

The Counter examines OSHA’s actions during the pandemic, quoting Susan Schurman.

The Star-Ledger publishes an op-ed by Debra Lancaster of the Center for Women and Work, arguing that home health aides deserve a raise and benefits.