A CNNMoney article entitled Mass layoffs highest since 9/11 caught my attention. The government reported we are at the highest levels of mass layoffs since September 2001. It seems large firms are focused on cutting costs by cutting headcount first. Unemployment claims increased to a staggering amount and is the highest level since the wrath of hurricane katrina (I notably use a lowercase "k" as she does not deserve the rights of a human name).

I digress... while companies rapidly increase speed in reducing hours and jobs, they really should explore other options to retain quality employees. If only there was a way to scream from a mountain top, "There ARE other ways! Come check us out!"