Economists predict slowdown in 2023
December 16, 2022 By Phillip M. Perry
After two years of frenetic commercial activity fueled by a post-pandemic recovery, strengthening headwinds will tap the brakes on a robust economy.
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Taking advantage of web-recruiting tools for hiring
January 24, 2018 By Joe Dysart
New web-recruiting tools offer solutions for small and large companies, simplify employee-hiring process.
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2018 boasts positive economic outlook
January 5, 2018 By Phillip M. Perry
Businesses should enjoy a robust 2018, thanks to growing employment rates, rising wages and low borrowing costs.
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Has the United States reached full employment?
January 5, 2018 By LP Gas
The employment picture is improving in the United States, to the extent that by the end of 2017 some 95.6 percent of willing workers had obtained jobs.
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5 crucial tips for being interviewed
June 23, 2016 By Allison Kral
Before you step into an interview – whether for a job or an article – keep these five tips in mind.
Read More Phillips 66 teams with campaign to hire military veterans
March 1, 2016 By Megan Smalley
Phillips 66 partnered with Hiring Our Heroes, a grassroots campaign, to recruit military veterans to its company. According…
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How interns can help meet workforce needs
June 23, 2015 By Tamera Kovacs and LP Gas
In the Know is a monthly partnership between LP Gas magazine and Propane Resources. Our focus this month is on women who…
Read More Taking Control of Worker Compensation Costs
February 1, 2006 By LP Gas
With the average payment for workers’ compensation claims among U.S. propane retailers peaking at $4,800 in 2000, business owners should be taking steps to gain control of these costs. Experts say there are effective ways to reduce the probability and control the frequency and costs associated with workplace injuries, but success requires cooperation from everyone in the organization.
Read More Finding good drivers is a tough haul
September 1, 2005 By LP Gas
A nationwide shortage of truck drivers has propane retailers and distributors struggling to find enough operators to properly pilot their fleets, and may force employers to substantially up their pay scales if they hope to be in high gear when the snow flies.
Read More Who goes there?
September 1, 2004 By LP Gas
The passing of Labor Day signals the end of summer and the time to beef up your work force for the rigors of another busy winter heating season. You post your trusty "Now Hiring" or "Drivers Wanted" sign outside for passing traffic to see, and maybe drop a few bucks to run a classified ad in the local newspaper. It’s a simple routine that has worked for years.
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