How the new lease rules may affect your balance sheet
The new lease accounting rules are having a significant impact. Discover more about the changes and their impact on organizations from Clark Schaefer Hackett’s Brad Eberhard and Michael Borowitz.
Opioid prescription rates dampen labor market participation

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland economists found that overall, prescription opioids appear to account for about 44 percent of the realized decline in prime age male labor force participation rates.
Finance Fund works to spark lasting change in distressed communities
By investing in underserved communities in Ohio, Finance Fund hopes to spark lasting change — and has quietly done so for 30 years.
Face transformational change head on
Transformation is more than just a buzzword used in today’s business world — it’s a necessity. Safelite’s Renee Cacchillo gives six tips that can help.
Prepare like an emergency responder
Just as emergency responders practice how they would react to unforeseen circumstances, so should your organization, says Janet Meeks.
Strategies to attract, retain and grow talented teams
A strategic approach to talent acquisition and retention benefits both the company and team members. Clark Schaefer Hackett’s Jane Pfeifer shares ideas for elevating corporate culture.
Fill positions with candidates from our collective backyard
Today’s untapped talent is diverse, and Akron’s future depends upon its ability to harness that talent.
Post-project fatigue
Post-project fatigue can affect your team if not acknowledged and handled appropriately. Take some time to assess where each person is at and allow them what they need to get back to where they need to be.
Better results. Better business. Better region.
The facts are clear that inclusion will help you win with EBIT, innovation and decision making. And, if you win, we all win.
A more practical approach to conflict
The most important lesson I learned as a CEO is this: Relax and wonder — R&W — about the wondrous vagaries of our human condition.