Capterra

Employees Say Pay Hasn’t Kept Up with Cost of Living, Hindering Return to Office Enthusiasm

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024

Capterra’s 2024 Cost of Work Survey of over 2,700 global employees reveals that 60% of respondents say their personal financial costs to work have increased in the past twelve months.

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  • Capterra’s 2024 Cost of Work Survey of over 2,700 global employees reveals that 60% of respondents say their personal financial costs to work have increased in the past twelve months.
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    Many employees are returning to offices around the globe but most don’t want to.
  • A notable 35% of employees say they would enjoy working onsite more if there was an informal dress code.
  • Financial wellness benefits can help employees better budget their pay; flexible schedules can reduce the time employees spend in costly traffic.

59% of Global Employees Are Brand New to International Collaboration

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星期三, 三月 20, 2024

Workplace dynamics are shifting as more employees navigate the complexities of international collaboration.

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  • Workplace dynamics are shifting as more employees navigate the complexities of international collaboration.
  • Capterra’s latest survey reveals that more than half of employees who collaborate internationally are new to it, and many are facing difficulties.
  • The survey of nearly 6,500 global workers indicates that while the move towards international collaboration offers diverse perspectives and innovations, it also presents notable hurdles.
  • Employees cite volatile work hours (44%), language barriers (42%), and cultural misunderstandings (33%) as key issues impacting efficiency and cohesion.

Washington, D.C., Startup Goodshuffle raises $5MM in Series A.

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington, D.C-based software company Goodshuffle announced its Series A investment of $5MM from FINTOP Capital.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington, D.C-based software company Goodshuffle announced its Series A investment of $5MM from FINTOP Capital.
  • "We were amazed to see what Goodshuffle has achieved with so little funding historically.
  • –Brittani Roberts, Principal, FINTOP Capital
    Goodshuffle intends to use the funds to hire more talent and further build out its already robust all-in-one event business management software, Goodshuffle Pro.
  • It also plans to launch new, innovative solutions to some of the biggest problems faced by event business owners.

38% of Workers Feel Tech Creates Generational Divide, Yet Preferences May Be Closer Than Expected

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星期二, 二月 27, 2024

Yet, findings from Capterra’s 2024 Generational Tech Preferences Survey of over 2,700 global employees suggest that common ground exists across all generations currently in the workforce.

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  • Yet, findings from Capterra’s 2024 Generational Tech Preferences Survey of over 2,700 global employees suggest that common ground exists across all generations currently in the workforce.
  • Despite 38% of workers feeling that technology exposes generational gaps, the survey reveals a shared priority for fast, user-friendly software provided with adequate training and support.
  • Recognizing these differences and embracing the similarities can pave the way for more inclusive tech adoption.
  • Westfall suggests, “Older workers may be less enthusiastic about emerging tech and less adept at using it right away.

40% of New Middle Managers Are Looking for New Jobs Caused by High Burnout, Capterra Finds

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024

New global research conducted by Capterra reveals that 71% of middle managers report feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or burned out at work–a figure that jumps to 76% for those under 35.

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  • New global research conducted by Capterra reveals that 71% of middle managers report feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or burned out at work–a figure that jumps to 76% for those under 35.
  • Notably, female middle managers report a lack of access to continuous training at nearly twice the rate of their male counterparts.
  • Middle managers see technology as a beacon of hope to alleviate their administrative burdens, allowing them to refocus on people management.
  • For additional insights, expert analyses, and actionable recommendations that can help HR leaders support middle managers in driving business growth, visit Capterra.com .

96% of SMBs Using TikTok Receive More Engagement Than on Instagram

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星期四, 一月 25, 2024

A staggering 96% of SMBs who market themselves on TikTok report the most engagement on TikTok compared to Meta platforms.

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  • A staggering 96% of SMBs who market themselves on TikTok report the most engagement on TikTok compared to Meta platforms.
  • Most SMBs plan to increase their TikTok marketing spend while around one-third will concurrently reduce their investment in Facebook (37%) and Instagram (32%).
  • Moreover, this engagement is not just superficial; over half of SMBs using TikTok’s paid ads report a positive ROI.
  • As TikTok expands into eCommerce with TikTok Shop, SMBs face logistical hurdles, including inventory management and fulfillment complexities.

Ahead of FTC’s ‘Click to Cancel’ Hearing, 38% of Consumers Say They Will Cancel Subscriptions if Prices Rise

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星期三, 一月 10, 2024

Finding the right pricing will be a challenge for businesses across all industries.

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  • Finding the right pricing will be a challenge for businesses across all industries.
  • Over three-quarters (76%) of consumers report that financial pressures are leading to subscription burnout, a key topic likely to surface during the FTC’s hearing.
  • “Understanding why consumers cancel subscriptions and addressing burnout are key for businesses to thrive in today’s market while prioritizing customer needs,” says Max Lillard, senior finance analyst at Capterra.
  • An increasing number of users find managing multiple subscriptions cumbersome, with 45% citing this as a reason for cancellations.

Selectis Health Makes Key Leadership Appointments

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星期二, 十二月 19, 2023

Greenwood Village, CO, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Selectis Health, Inc. (OTC: GBCS) ("Selectis" or the "Company") has appointed Jim Creamer as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Clifford Neuman to its board of directors. Creamer’s appointment is effective as of December 18, 2023, and Neuman’s appointment will be effective on January 1, 2024.

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  • Greenwood Village, CO, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Selectis Health, Inc. (OTC: GBCS) ("Selectis" or the "Company") has appointed Jim Creamer as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Clifford Neuman to its board of directors.
  • Following a 15-year investment banking career, Creamer brings nearly 20 years of experience in public company leadership roles.
  • In addition to his role at Selectis, Creamer serves as the Principal of Corporate Solutions Advisors, LLC, which offers outsourced, fractional CFO services to small, growth-oriented companies across several industries.
  • “Jim’s extensive financial leadership and public company experience will enable us to strengthen Selectis’ financial controls and continue progressing our long-term strategic initiatives,” said Adam Desmond, interim CEO of Selectis.

AffiniPay Delivers on Ambitious 2023 With Unprecedented Performance & Rapid Growth

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星期四, 十二月 14, 2023

AffiniPay , parent company of LawPay and MyCase , announced a year of milestone achievements for 2023 following its major acquisition of MyCase in 2022.

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  • AffiniPay , parent company of LawPay and MyCase , announced a year of milestone achievements for 2023 following its major acquisition of MyCase in 2022.
  • As a leader in legal practice management software and online payments for attorneys and other professionals, AffiniPay’s dedication to customer success and financial growth remains paramount.
  • The success AffiniPay saw in 2023 is underscored by the continuous delivery of innovative technology solutions for professionals.
  • AffiniPay brought significant innovation to MyCase and LawPay to optimize legal firms' business performances and empower legal professionals.

45% of Working Parents Unhappy with Child Care Benefits, Survey Reveals Urgency for Change

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星期二, 十二月 12, 2023

Employers could help fill this child care void with suitable child care benefits, but nearly half (45%) of working parents say the benefits at their job are poor.

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  • Employers could help fill this child care void with suitable child care benefits, but nearly half (45%) of working parents say the benefits at their job are poor.
  • “Child care benefits were already lacking at a lot of businesses, and if they continue to stay that way, working parents will be forced to work less or leave their jobs.”
    The survey identifies two key child care benefits desired by working parents: child care stipends and backup care benefits.
  • Currently, only 15% of working parents receive a child care stipend, yet a staggering 68% wish they had access to one.
  • Everything from child care stipends to backup care days to flexible schedules can give working parents more options with child care to improve their availability.”
    With 76% of working parents saying they or their co-parent have had to use PTO for childcare, offering backup care days can ensure that PTO usage is equitable between parents and non-parents.