Brian Wallace

Brian Wallace is the Founder and President of NowSourcing, a leading infographic design agency in Louisville, Kentucky, and Cincinnati, Ohio, that works with companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500s. Brian runs #LinkedInLocal events, hosts the Next Action Podcast, and has been named a Google Small Business Adviser for 2016-present.

Articles by Brian Wallace

• Infographic: Reselling leads to a sustainable future

  Thursday, September 23, 2021

  Reselling items has another benefit other than personal profit that is sparking a lot of movement — promoting sustainability. People who resell have all sorts of niches that help our planet in different ways — from salvaging parts to repair appliances which in turn keep those parts from ending up in landfills to working on refurbishing tech so that new, harmful tech isn't created. When buyers, sellers, and companies all begin working together and commit to a sustainable future we can start to make a real difference in helping our world.

• Infographic: Why the hybrid workplace is the future of work

  Monday, September 13, 2021

  Many have conceded that a hybrid workforce — sometimes in an office and sometimes remote — may be the most effective way to keep a company humming along at optimum capacity and resources. Learn more about how and why the hybrid workplace is the workforce of the future.

• Infographic: The science of analytics

  Thursday, August 26, 2021

  Many marketing people favor the creative side of their minds over their analytical side. If you're a creative type and go off instinct, you might be leaving a lot of good information (and revenue) on the table. It's time to embrace the science of analytics.

• Infographic: How emotional intelligence can make you successful in business

  Tuesday, August 17, 2021

  While you can learn a lot of technical skills in school and in the trenches at work, emotional intelligence is a key ingredient to your future success. If you think soft skills and emotional intelligence are just nice to have, think again.

• Infographic: Could STIR/SHAKEN regulations help make spam calls the exception?

  Monday, July 26, 2021

  One of the ways spammers appear more convincing is through call spoofing. By spoofing real numbers that look valid, spammers have caused a decreased trust of all unknown phone numbers. This ultimately hurts valid businesses who are attempting to connect with consumers. Fortunately, lawmakers are working to address the problem through STIR/SHAKEN regulations.

• Infographic: Gen Z e-commerce trends — sustainability and the second-hand economy

  Monday, July 12, 2021

  Through the pandemic, an interesting trend has emerged in the world of e-commerce, particularly with the Gen Z demographic. Dubbed "recommerce," the second-hand economy is going strong in terms of buying and selling goods online.

• Infographic: How telemedicine is the future of healthcare

  Friday, July 02, 2021

  The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we do a lot of things and, even with many countries finally opening back up, there are some changes that are sure to last far beyond the pandemic. One of these changes is the advancement of telemedicine.

• Is your local landing page helping or hurting your business?

  Friday, June 18, 2021

  Your local landing page is one of the most common ways a local consumer will be introduced to your business — if your landing page has all the right elements to attract their attention. In 2019, 90% of consumers searched the internet to find local businesses, and this avenue of interaction has become even more important since the pandemic began. In order to successfully get noticed in a search and gain enough interest to attract actual customers, there are several things your landing page needs.

• Passwordless security: Why cybersecurity just got a lot better

  Thursday, May 27, 2021

  Since the beginning of coronavirus lockdowns in 2020, 62% of Americans have begun working from home. This has been a positive change in many ways, with the majority of employees preferring remote work and the majority of employers saying they plan to continue remote work indefinitely. However, 49% of workers went remote for the first time and only 20% received any tips on cybersecurity from their employers. Cybersecurity is a critical issue that needs a fast resolution to keep businesses from losing data and money, among other things. Passwordless security replaces passwords completely with cryptography and biometrics.

• Infographic: The rise of the ready-to-drink cocktail market

  Tuesday, May 18, 2021

  As we all were forced to become our own bartenders last year, 44% of Americans began purchasing alcohol online, and purchases of ready-to-drink cocktails grew by 43% worldwide. It’s awesome that COVID at least gave us some tasty new drinks, but sometimes it’s even better to be able to just grab the drink and relax, without all the prep, mixing, and cleanup. Ready-to-drink gives us the perks of a "bartender" doing all the work from the comfort of our own homes. These drinks may have risen in popularity due to our collision with calamity, but unlike quarantine mandates, ready-to-drink cocktails are here to stay.

• Bridging the gap: How to reach herd immunity with vaccine confidence

  Wednesday, May 12, 2021

  After a year of COVID-19 significantly affecting our lives, a light at the end of the tunnel to normality is finally here. Three effective vaccines have been distributed throughout the U.S. and hope for herd immunity is in sight. However, there is still a gap between those being vaccinated and those who do not want to be vaccinated. Approximately 10 to 15% of the U.S. population will need to change their mind about being vaccinated in order to reach herd immunity at 70 to 85%. The main two reasons for vaccine hesitancy are freedom of choice and side effects. Freedom of choice must remain, but with incentives given by the government or companies, many who are hesitant may go ahead with the vaccine.

• Infographic: The art and science of storytelling

  Thursday, May 06, 2021

  We all share stories every day through blogs, social media, and conversations with friends. Between Facebook and Twitter, nearly 1 billion posts are shared every day. Yet many believe they don’t have what it takes to tell your story. Your writing doesn’t have to be excellent to provide great benefits. Taking the time to develop a daily writing habit will benefit your physical and mental health.

• Infographic: Pandemic digital health trends you should know

  Tuesday, May 04, 2021

  The COVID-19 pandemic brought a rapid acceleration in digital health services and telemedicine. Much of the digital transformation in healthcare has been driven by patient expectations and has little to do with doctors' age or level of experience. Today, physicians are more likely to recommend health-related smartphone apps, fitness wearables and other technology to their patients. Many use social media to engage with and educate patients. In fact, 87% of doctors who are high digital adopters share educational videos with patients regularly.

• Infographic: Digital messaging and the future of healthcare

  Thursday, April 22, 2021

  As people grow accustomed to messaging retailers, restaurants, and customer service agents, they’re beginning to expect the same from their doctors. Seventy percent of people want to communicate with their doctor through text messaging. The benefits of messaging for healthcare providers go far beyond convenience and patient satisfaction. Using automated reminders encourage patients to keep scheduled appointments, schedule follow-up care, and keep their prescriptions filled. These measures reduce costs for providers and improve patients’ health at the same time.

• Infographic: Building the network of the future to support the work-from-home revolution

  Wednesday, April 21, 2021

  A large portion of workers had only dreamed about working from home and avoiding the commute before last March — and it all happened so suddenly. The danger of this is that many security precautions were hurried along and not thought through properly. Now that many are getting vaccinated and are considering coming back to the office — but in a flexible way that still allows for a good deal of distributed work — it’s important to have a proper plan in place for a more secure internet solution during the flexible work revolution. See more about building the network of the future in this visual deep dive.

• Infographic: Fixing the world of disconnected payments in healthcare

  Tuesday, April 20, 2021

  Healthcare payments can be a big headache for clinics and patients alike. In fact, 25% of unnecessary spending in healthcare goes toward payment processing, totaling $190 billion every year. Patients and clinics alike are unsure of what insurance will cover. As high-deductible health plans grow more popular, uncertainty about out-of-pocket costs is on the rise. This uncertainty can lead patients to ignore bills or even avoid treatment altogether. Learn how technology is streamlining healthcare payments using contactless check-in with this infographic.

• How and where to invest in Africa: The next investment frontier

  Wednesday, April 14, 2021

  The world is changing — innovation is everywhere around the globe, and it’s time to set our sights on a new land of opportunity — Africa. Chances are, you attribute tech unicorns to Silicon Valley, but consider that Africa is on the financial rise. In the year 2019 alone, the five fastest-growing economies in the world were in Africa (Ghana, South Sudan, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Cote d'Ivoire) — and were expanding at a rate of more than double the worldwide average.

• The dangers of home title fraud: What it is and how to stop it

  Thursday, April 08, 2021

  It’s time to look at one of the latest cybersecurity threats out there. Typically, when you think of cyber scams, you’re usually thinking about things such as credit card fraud, identity theft, viruses, phishing, and so on. An emerging trend is home title fraud, which robs people of their home and the home equity they have built up over the course of years. You might be surprised to learn that real estate and rental fraud grew more than 2.6 times the rate of credit card fraud from 2015 to 2019.

• Infographic: The future of nursing homes

  Tuesday, April 06, 2021

  Ever since the pandemic began impacting the United States directly, countless news articles have featured an industry that isn’t usually in the spotlight — nursing homes. Our seniors are an aging population that is among the most susceptible to the impact of the pandemic and must be cared for properly. That said, many seniors have been lonely as they have been physically away from their loved ones. We’re at a critical juncture as the future of nursing homes is now before us. In what ways can nursing homes be set up for success?

• Product configurator: The key to e-commerce personalization

  Monday, April 05, 2021

  Personalization has been a potential promise of e-commerce since the early days of the internet. Since the dawn of the modern internet, the belief has been that getting a product down to a specific user’s need is beneficial, as it leads to greater loyalty and exceptional customer experience. There are four main approaches of how to handle customization. Learn more about those approaches and how the product configurator achieves a superior level of collaborative, high customization with this visual deep dive.

• Infographic: Understanding eminent domain

  Friday, March 26, 2021

  One of the basic understandings of the American dream is having a house and land. What if the government then came along and tried to take your land? If you own land, you need to know your rights when it pertains to eminent domain. This is happening across the nation. Eminent domain has roots based on the Fifth Amendment, and grants the government the rights to seize private property without the owner's consent — with two main points: as long as the government provides just compensation and claims for public use, it is permissible. Find out more with this visual deep dive.

• Infographic: How AI will lead to better hiring and more diversity

  Wednesday, March 24, 2021

  By now, we have all heard about how important diversity is for business. The question is: how do we get there? Many of us don't realize it, but the way that companies typically hire has a level of unseen, unconscious bias. Recruiters and hiring managers alike make decisions based on a candidate's name, profile picture, even their address. How can we hire from a more diverse base of candidates with all of this bias in the way? The answer is artificial intelligence. Check out more on how hiring through AI leads to better diversity decision-making in this visual deep dive.

• Infographic: Changing nursing homes from the inside out

  Monday, March 22, 2021

  After the world as we knew it shut down thanks to the pandemic, the nursing home industry was in the spotlight — and not in a good way. Nowadays, it is great to see that our elders, a vulnerable citizen population, are getting vaccinated quickly. As COVID outbreaks are now being better contained in such facilities, many will look to live in nursing homes. People making such a life adjustment will want the comforts of home. Nursing homes will likely do a good deal more when upgrading their physical appearance.

• Infographic: Why work from home is here to stay

  Wednesday, March 10, 2021

  During the global pandemic, an incredible 88% of businesses throughout the world have either encouraged or required their employees to work from home. And of those businesses, 67% of them think that work from home is here to stay. What’s interesting is that this migration is creating a WFH revolution that is unlike anything that’s ever been seen before. Check out the following visual deep dive to find out how remote work is changing the nature of work.

• Infographic: Why you need diversity in the supply chain

  Thursday, March 04, 2021

  Why does the supply chain need to be diverse, you ask? There are underserved populations and businesses that are minority-owned who are not getting a seat at the table. According to Avinandan Mukherjee, dean of the Lewis College of Business at Marshall University: "Small companies are at the mercy of larger retail buyers and suppliers sometimes, and they get less focus and attention, especially when production is lower at the other end. So bargaining power definitely creates some risk for smaller companies." Also, large corporations are often missing the mark for their minority suppliers. Diversity needs to be less talk and more action.

• Infographic: How to become an entrepreneur

  Friday, February 19, 2021

  If you go back a few generations in time, entrepreneurs were not all about the glitz and glamor of today. It was actually a looked down upon profession. So, what’s changed in the world? Entrepreneurship only works properly with a contract with society to succeed.

• Infographic: How to pick the best email marketing platform for your business

  Wednesday, February 17, 2021

  Email is far from dead. While many people are always obsessed with checking out the latest and greatest, email marketing continues to hum along to the tune of significant business, e-commerce, and loyalty programs. With all of the email marketing services out there, how do you pick the one that’s right for your business? Be sure to look for integrations, mobile optimization, automation, and list segmentation. Check out this infographic so you can pick the best email marketing platform for your business.

• Infographic: The importance of links

  Monday, February 15, 2021

  Most people who use the internet regularly do not understand the impact links have on their search results. However, not all links are helpful, and it is critical to understand how to comply with Google’s quality guidelines. A successful link will create trust, diversity, and relevance for its users. These high-authority, high-value links dominate the internet and provide the search results that are most effective. Conversely, low-quality links create a sense of unease and misinformation. Check out this infographic to see an in-depth breakdown of link quality and how to build a professional link profile.

• Infographic: How to pick the best WordPress host

  Friday, February 05, 2021

  During the times of the pandemic, it has become clearer than ever that businesses need to be serious about their website presence. What once might have been considered a luxury or a nice to have is now essential to find a way forward. Let’s say you’ve made up your mind to use WordPress — what should you do next? There are so many different choices in the marketplace for what website hosting is best. Some are dedicated servers; others are shared hosting. Need help deciding on what the best WordPress hosting options are out there? Check out this infographic, courtesy of WPBeginner for more information.

• Infographic: A look at the modern energy market

  Tuesday, February 02, 2021

  In four years, the renewable energy market will reach $1.5 trillion. Climate awareness is increasing demand; half of Americans say they would purchase renewable energy and even pay $15 more a month for the chance. The issue with renewable, reliable energy today is the battery. Renewable energy is generated inconsistently. People still need electricity when the wind is still. Lithium-ion batteries, used since 1912, aren’t a good fit for future demands. Their capacity degrades over time and the batteries are difficult to recycle when they read the end of their lives.

• Infographic: What new tech means for nursing homes of the future

  Tuesday, January 05, 2021

  The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for quality nursing home care. While 25% of COVID-19 deaths come from nursing homes, the quality of the nursing home affects results: 4- to 5-star nursing homes had 94% lower risk than their 1-star peers. When the pandemic is over, those disparities will remain. As the population of America ages, nursing homes will house more people than ever in the coming years.

• Infographic: The impact of the loneliness epidemic

  Thursday, July 23, 2020

  Loneliness kills, and chronic loneliness can shorten lifespans up to 20 years, which is a greater impact than obesity or alcoholism. This infographic outlines how the pandemic has pushed vulnerable populations into seclusion, the long-term financial and social effects of this seclusion, and steps that are being taken to provide vulnerable people with a much-needed lifeline.

• Infographic: Move over, VR — XR sports are the future

  Tuesday, July 14, 2020

  The popularity of virtual reality experiences, including augmented and mixed reality, is on the rise. But there’s a new kid on the block in this sector — extended reality, or XR. Check out this infographic to learn more about XR and why it will be an $18 billion market by 2023.

• Infographic: How technology can help the economy recover

  Thursday, June 25, 2020

  Technology, both as a tool and as an economic sector, has kept the economy going during the pandemic, and it will also figure heavily into the economic recovery. This infographic outlines the state of the economy as well as how technology has aided in economic recoveries in the past.

• Infographic: How do clinical vaccine trials work?

  Tuesday, June 23, 2020

  The development of the H1N1 vaccine, which built upon existing influenza knowledge, took five to six months, and the fastest vaccine to be created from scratch, for mumps, took upwards of four years. This infographic outlines the process of developing and testing vaccines, including the 19 trial vaccines being tested for COVID-19.

• Infographic: The basics of muscle pain and how to fix it

  Tuesday, June 16, 2020

  Musculoskeletal problems are often caused by working conditions and are a leading cause of disability worldwide. In the U.S., an estimated 264 million workdays are lost each year due to back pain alone. This infographic outlines the causes of pain and impact and efficacy of physical therapy and other treatments.

• Infographic: Why masks are still necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19

  Thursday, June 11, 2020

  As the coronavirus pandemic first spread around the world, the CDC originally recommended that healthy people should not wear masks. But on April 3, the CDC reversed its decision, recommending all Americans wear face coverings when in public to slow the spread. This infographic explores the science behind masks, why experts recommend wearing them in public, and how to clean them.

• Infographic: Boosting your immune system — Fact vs. fiction

  Wednesday, June 10, 2020

  During the pandemic, attention has turned to how we can stay as healthy as possible, meaning the immune system is at the forefront of many people's minds. This infographic looks at what exactly the immune system is and breaks down some popular recommendations about how to boost it.

• Infographic: How to build a growth mindset

  Monday, June 08, 2020

  Fewer than 1 in 3 Americans understand three key personal financial concepts by the time they hit 40, and 53% of American adults feel anxious when they think about money. This infographic outlines how to address finances head-on and how to use a growth mindset to get on the right financial path.

• Infographic: The power of sleep

  Thursday, June 04, 2020

  Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being, but 77% of American adults haven’t been sleeping as well since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This infographic outlines why sleep is so important and provides tips to get better rest.

• Infographic: Tricks to learn any skill fast

  Wednesday, June 03, 2020

  Lifelong learning is the gift that keeps on giving, whether that learning is professional or personal. Seventy-three percent of American adults consider themselves to be lifelong learners but half feel underskilled and fear they are missing out on growth opportunities. This infographic outlines the value of learning as well as how to break down learning skills into smaller tasks that can be built upon.

• Infographic: College in the age of coronavirus

  Thursday, May 28, 2020

  Students are scrambling to figure out what higher education will look like in the fall, and 1 in 6 high school seniors are changing plans to start college then. This infographic outlines the challenges to higher education during the pandemic, both from the student side and the university side.

• Infographic: Telehealth vs. telemedicine

  Tuesday, May 26, 2020

  The COVID-19 pandemic has forced change amongst nearly all industries. Health, wellness, and healthcare are no exception to this new reality. As the world begins to figure out how to operate in this new normal, healthcare practitioners and health and wellness facilities have turned to technology to facilitate services. So, what is the difference between telehealth and telemedicine?

• Infographic: Enhancing home learning

  Wednesday, May 20, 2020

  Right now, 90% of parents are concerned about their kids falling behind academically, and more than 80% say they are struggling to keep their kids engaged in learning. This infographic outlines how to keep your kids engaged by making learning feel like play and exploration instead of an academic exercise.

• Infographic: The psychology of isolation fatigue

  Tuesday, May 19, 2020

  Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, 2 in 3 Americans have felt anxious, depressed, lonely, or hopeless at least once a week. Panic buying was just the first step in dealing with the psychologically overwhelming nature of the pandemic. This infographic outlines the psychology to help us deal with these trying times as well as healthier ways to cope.

• Infographic: Managing momentum at work

  Wednesday, May 13, 2020

  Life is easier when our goals are completed, but 88% of workers spend at least one hour per day procrastinating on a task. When you feel stuck, it's hard to get started again. However, even taking a small step forward can help. This infographic outlines how to manage momentum and keep moving forward, even when there are bumps in the road.

• Infographic: Getting out of the ‘phish’ net

  Tuesday, May 12, 2020

  In 2018 alone, 83% of people received phishing emails, and 64% of businesses experienced phishing attacks. Furthermore, 49% of hackers prefer to exploit human nature, not tech. This infographic explores why looking out for red flags isn’t enough to protect your business and why many employees are left in the dark when it comes to phishing.

• Infographic: How to survive a layoff or furlough during the COVID-19 pandemic

  Monday, May 11, 2020

  Becoming unemployed due to a layoff or furlough can be an unsettling event that can cause a wide range of emotions. Understanding your options and making the right financial decisions during this period of time can help you successfully navigate through this challenging period in your life. This infographic outlines both the prevalence of layoffs as well as how to apply for unemployment benefits and eventually get back to work.

• Infographic: Trusting remote workers amid the new normal

  Friday, May 08, 2020

  Remote work has become the new normal for many workers. Unfortunately, this uncharted territory has caused many managers to become overzealous. This infographic outlines the psychology behind why it's so important to trust remote workers.

• Infographic: How to find work in the remote economy

  Thursday, May 07, 2020

  Remote work has been increasing in popularity for years now, but the COVID-19 crisis has put the trend into high gear. There’s a reason remote work is here to stay — the benefits are measurable and undeniable. Learn more about the industries where remote work is exploding and how to find a work-from-home job with this infographic.

• Infographic: Are virtual events here to stay?

  Tuesday, May 05, 2020

  Virtual meetings are now commonplace and working from home is here to stay, but will large scale events like conferences ever come back? This infographic outlines how virtual events may be here to stay, signaling a major change for business professionals.

• Infographic: How data is saving lives during the COVID-19 pandemic

  Thursday, April 30, 2020

  Research is moving fast in the age of COVID-19, and even new methods of early detection can save lives because of the virulent nature of the virus. For example, data from multiple nursing homes with confirmed cases show a correlation between testing pulse oxygen twice a day and early detection of COVID-19, up to two weeks before a temperature check shows the same. Learn more about how data is saving lives through careful analysis of information.

• Infographic: Wound care in the age of coronavirus

  Friday, April 24, 2020

  We are only months into the COVID-19 pandemic. With no clear end in sight, the serious effects of delaying wound care need to be addressed in a strategic way. The innovative solutions we create today will not only ensure continuous and compassionate care now but will also permanently shape the future of care delivery. This infographic outlines the migration to tech solutions like telehealth and what that means for something as crucial as wound care during the pandemic.

• Infographic: The promise of digital therapeutics

  Tuesday, April 21, 2020

  By 2025, the market for digital therapeutics is expected to reach $7.8 billion. This infographic outlines various technologies in this field, such as video games to treat multiple sclerosis and autism, apps for addiction treatment, and even ultrasound tech to treat Parkinson's.

• Infographic: How epidemics spur innovative thinking

  Friday, April 17, 2020

  By now, many of us have heard that Shakespeare wrote "Antony and Cleopatra" while under quarantine from the plague, but there are many other innovations for which we have pandemics to thank. This infographic outlines some of the historical innovations that have taken place during epidemics as well as some of the innovations happening now.

• Infographic: How to practice social distancing without feeling isolated

  Thursday, April 16, 2020

  Before COVID-19, 52% of American adults said they felt alone at least some of the time. But you don't have to feel isolated while social distancing during the pandemic. This infographic outlines the threat of isolation as well as how to remain connected during these trying times.

• Infographic: Giving during a pandemic

  Tuesday, April 14, 2020

  As houses of worship sit empty, parishioners are still able to connect with their faith through live streams, television, radio, and more. This infographic outlines the economic impact social distancing is having on giving back and how we can still give back during these difficult times.

• Infographic: The social impact of mixing business and medicine

  Monday, April 13, 2020

  Though the United States has one of the most expensive healthcare systems in the world, it is far from achieving the best outcomes in the world. This infographic outlines the hidden impact of mixing business with medicine, as evidenced by the drastic shortage of PPE and other necessities in the wake of COVID-19.

• The hidden social impact of crime-stopping AI

  Wednesday, April 08, 2020

  One major way that artificial intelligence is purported to help society is with its crime-fighting capabilities. For example, crime prediction software can adapt existing AI models to historical crime data. However, this type of AI’s data feedback loop can lead to problems with bias, self-fulfilling predictions, and may ignore crimes that go unreported. Learn more about this tech and its possible problems with this infographic.

• Infographic: Mental health under quarantine

  Monday, April 06, 2020

  Quarantine. Staying in place. Full lockdown. All of these ways that we find ourselves social distancing start to take a toll on our mental health and well-being. How can we overcome these effects of social isolation? This infographic outlines the steps we can take to ensure we make it out of the pandemic as mentally healthy as possible, including setting routines and using meditation apps.

• Infographic: The future of distance learning

  Tuesday, March 31, 2020

  Distance learning has been around a long time, but it has never been more important or more popular than it is right now. This infographic outlines the various technologies and techniques used in distance learning as well as the challenges to implementing it nationwide that are being overcome.

• Infographic: Tech to help you work smarter, not harder

  Friday, March 27, 2020

  For the past few decades, technology has changed how we work. In 2016, 85% of global business was done by virtual teams. And while distance workers have increased by 115% since 2005, 1 in 4 struggle with interacting solely through technology. Work-at-home expert Leslie Truex says, "Many managers and workers haven’t had training in how to communicate and coordinate in a virtual world." But there are also myriad tech tools that can help boost your productivity while working virtually. Find out more with this infographic.

• Infographic: Remote work in the coronavirus economy

  Wednesday, March 25, 2020

  The period from 2005-17 saw a 159% increase in Americans working remotely. By the beginning of 2020, there were over 4 million people who work from home. Now with COVID-19 officially a pandemic and almost the whole world encouraging social distancing and self-quarantine, more people will be working from home than ever. While the boom in remote work may be temporary, operating away from the traditional workplace even in the short term is going to dramatically change the tools, support, and management styles needed in the workplace.

• Infographic: Burnout and chronic stress in the workplace

  Tuesday, March 17, 2020

  In the U.S., 77% of professionals — and 84% of millennials — have experienced burnout at their current job. A majority, 51%, have felt burned out more than once. Furthermore, almost 1 in 3 Americans visited a doctor about something stress-related in 2018. If you happen to be facing burnout, don’t despair. Find out how you can fight burnout and chronic stress with tips from this infographic.

• Infographic: How Gen Z is reshaping the college years

  Monday, February 17, 2020

  Generation Z recognizes that the economy is tough and that, while unemployment is low, high-wage, high-hour jobs have been replaced with low-wage, low-hour jobs. Still, Gen Z is on course to become the most educated and most entrepreneurial generation. This infographic outlines how Gen Z plans to make education the steppingstone toward a more financially secure future.

• Infographic: STEM is on the rise. How can schools help?

  Thursday, February 13, 2020

  Over the last decade, the U.S. has created nearly 2 million new STEM jobs — but students’ math and science scores continue to lag behind other nations, according to the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). STEM includes many ever-evolving and expanding fields, and success requires the ability to continue to learn and adapt to new situations. Raising a STEM workforce starts long before college. So, where do schools begin?

• Infographic: It’s 2020, is your business AI-ready?

  Wednesday, February 12, 2020

  One in three business leaders believe AI will have the greatest impact on their business in the next year, but few are acting on this knowledge. So, how can your enterprise get ahead of the competition with artificial intelligence? Find out more with this infographic.

• Infographic: The renaissance of email — how responsiveness builds trust

  Monday, February 10, 2020

  While media outlets have been calling email dead for over a decade now, 90% of Americans still use email. Also, 58% of people check their email first thing in the morning — before social media, news sites, or Google. This infographic outlines the importance of email responsiveness, especially when it comes to customer interactions.

• Infographic: How eating plants improves health and reduces disease

  Friday, February 07, 2020

  In the past decade, 75% of Americans have changed their diet to be healthier, and 43 million Americans regularly eat plant-based alternatives to meat. A whole-food, plant-based diet may reduce inflammation factors associated with cancer and heart disease. Furthermore, 86% of Americans who regularly eat plant-based protein don't identify as vegetarian or vegan. So, what does a plant-based diet really mean? Find out more with this infographic.

• Infographic: The future of health insurance for millennials and Gen Z

  Thursday, February 06, 2020

  The way people work is changing, and that means how people access healthcare and buy health insurance is changing, too. But what are younger generations looking for in health insurance? Learn more with this infographic.

• Infographic: The people and tech behind data science

  Tuesday, February 04, 2020

  Between 2011 and 2012, job listings for "data scientist" increased 15,000%. "Data science" might be a buzzword, but it isn’t a new idea — in fact, it has been on a journey to the mainstream for almost three centuries. By 2025, 175 billion terabytes of data will be created every day. To understand and analyze the world's surging data, advanced tools are needed. Learn more with this infographic.

• Infographic: Protecting your data from physical theft

  Friday, January 24, 2020

  Credit and debit card fraud resulted in losses of nearly $28 billion in 2018. We all know by now to cover our PINs at the gas pump because of card skimmers, but did you know that using public USB chargers is even more risky? Criminals can load malware onto USB charging stations and cables left in public places — locking your device or sending data and passwords to the scammer. This infographic outlines the physical threats to information security.

• Infographic: Mobile gaming and artificial intelligence

  Tuesday, January 21, 2020

  The world of mobile gaming is exploding at a record-breaking pace. By 2021, more than 1 in 4 people worldwide will be an active mobile gamer and consumer spending on mobile games will reach $90 billion. Check out this infographic to see the evolution of mobile games and how AI is enhancing game quality.

• Infographic: Breaking up Big Tech

  Tuesday, December 10, 2019

  Are tech companies growing "too big to fail?" In 2018, five tech companies — Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft and Google — earned a combined $800 billion in revenues. In March, Elizabeth Warren released a campaign ad calling for the breakup of big tech companies. Facebook removed the ad, sparking bipartisan backlash. Today, 2 in 3 Americans — regardless of political party — support the breakup of Big Tech. This infographic outlines why so many are calling for the tech giants to be broken up and the laws that might make it happen.

• Infographic: Is the future of security biometric?

  Friday, December 06, 2019

  More than 85% of Americans want to use biometric security to verify their identity or to authorize payments. Since Apple first introduced Touch ID in 2013, the global market for mobile biometrics has grown to over $14 billion. So, are PINs and passwords becoming a thing of the past, and are biometrics really better than traditional security? This infographic outlines the realities of biometric security.

• Infographic: The history of headphones and their productivity benefits

  Tuesday, December 03, 2019

  Headphones have come a long way since the electrophone was invented in Britain in 1895, allowing subscribers to listen to live musical performances over phone lines. Today, Americans typically spend more than 32 hours weekly listening to music, almost equivalent to a full-time job. Seventy-eight percent of people say music improves their productivity at work, and 46% of people wear headphones at work to avoid conversation. This infographic outlines the history of headphones and explains the productivity benefits of using headphones at work.

• Infographic: How to secure your data from mobile apps

  Friday, November 22, 2019

  How do apps steal your personal information? It turns out they're not really stealing at all, because in the fine print they tell you what data they are taking and what they plan to do with it — it's just that no one reads the fine print. Additionally, user data is very valuable: more than $100 per user for most platforms. Learn more about how apps compromise privacy with this infographic.

• Infographic: The history and future of the gig economy

  Thursday, October 31, 2019

  The gig economy sure sounds new, but it’s been around a long time. Originally coined by jazz musicians to refer to performances, gigs have taken on a whole new meaning. As society shifts, gig workers are expected to outnumber traditional workers by the year 2021. Learn more about the history and future of gig work below.

• Infographic: Optimizing reputation management with AI

  Wednesday, October 23, 2019

  Customers read the reviews, but it's not enough to have good reviews. Those reviews also have to be believable. Your company's online reputation can make or break your business, and your ratings even influence your ranking in searches. Increasing your company's ratings from three to five stars can increase your visibility on Google by up to 25%. Learn more with this infographic.

• Infographic: Understanding marijuana laws, state-by-state

  Friday, October 18, 2019

  Marijuana laws are changing across the country. On an almost daily basis, more states are discussing the legalization of marijuana, especially related to drug testing in the workplace. Some states have fully legalized marijuana while other states have only legalized it medicinally. Do you know if your state allows employers to drug test for marijuana? This infographic includes more information on the most lenient and strictest marijuana laws, state by state.

• Infographic: The history of phishing and spam

  Wednesday, October 16, 2019

  When email was initially developed for the purpose of interoffice communication, the internet was in its infancy and no one had any idea how big it would get. The original iteration of email was never built to be used by the masses and it was not made to be secure. These factors have led to some serious problems with things like spam and phishing emails over the years. Learn more about the history of spam and how it turned into phishing with this infographic.

• Infographic: Is nanotechnology the future of medicine?

  Thursday, October 10, 2019

  Nanotechnology has been used in medicine since 2001, but it's now being developed into something bigger. Ingestible capsules containing sensors, cameras, and more are already changing the face of medicine. By 2024, the global market for nanotech will exceed $125 billion. However, there are some ethical concerns about this futuristic field, and public sentiment is currently mixed regarding nanotech. This infographic outlines the advances in medical nanotechnology as well as where the industry is headed.

• Infographic: Using tech to become an entrepreneur

  Thursday, October 03, 2019

  Side hustles can be a challenging way to make extra income, but they do increase the average American's monthly pay by about 25%. Using technology to sell your knowledge to others is a great way to have a side hustle that could become a lucrative career. There are options to create online courses, e-books, blogs, and more using various types of technology to teach others what you know and make money from it. Learn more about using tech to become an entrepreneur with this infographic.

• Infographic: How to be a highly effective leader

  Tuesday, October 01, 2019

  We all know there's a difference between a boss and a leader, and it shows: 94% of people with a great boss say they are passionate about their job, while only half with a bad boss say the same. Furthermore, while 70% of employees say their manager is good or great, two-thirds of people have left a job or plan to because of their boss. So, what does it mean to be a great leader? And how can you make sure you’re leading and not merely managing? Check out this infographic for more information.

• Infographic: Solving the growing problem of employee turnover

  Friday, September 27, 2019

  Turnover is a major challenge for business leaders, and with historically low unemployment, it’s only getting worse. The high demand for talent has led to "ghosting" from candidates who accept a job and then never show up after they get a better offer somewhere else. Employee turnover is time-consuming and expensive, but you may have a secret weapon: benefits. Learn how the right mix of benefits can improve turnover by up to 138%.

• Infographic: How science-fiction AI has become reality

  Wednesday, September 11, 2019

  When many of us were growing up, science-fiction books, movies, and television shows explored what was possible using science, technology and intelligent computers. These dreams are now becoming reality. Let’s take a look at some of our favorite real-life manifestations of AI in fiction.

• Infographic: The future of work

  Thursday, August 22, 2019

  Office culture has grown and evolved over the years. Today, employees look for workplaces that value work-life balance, support their health and well-being, and offer flexibility and perks. Furthermore, a majority of employers plan to implement workplace culture initiatives to boost employees’ engagement in health. Check out the infographic in this article, which dives into the psychology of productivity, how workplace culture impacts your business, and how to attract and retain the best talent.

• Infographic: Could universal basic income work?

  Monday, August 19, 2019

  A universal basic income means different things to different people, and presidential candidate Andrew Yang has once again brought the concept to the forefront. Many people say that it could alleviate poverty or mitigate the financial fallout from the next Industrial Revolution, in which artificial intelligence and robots could displace a large percentage of the workforce. Is it time to give this idea some serious thought? Or is it better left to the annals of history?

• Infographic: The cost of downtime

  Thursday, August 08, 2019

  When the system stops, so does business. So, it is in your interest to resolve any problem as quickly as possible, and more than that, to prevent downtime in the first place. This is where infrastructure monitoring comes in. Every operating system is unique, and if you have a mixed IT infrastructure, you need a server monitoring service that caters to them all. There are several ways to look after your IT infrastructure. Learn more with this infographic.

• Infographic: Has the gig economy jumped the shark?

  Thursday, August 01, 2019

  Increasingly, workers may have realized that gig jobs cannot replace traditional work. Many workers do not earn a living wage, according to their median monthly income. And from 2014-18, pay for even the most active participants on Uber and Lyft dropped significantly. Now, some gig-providing companies have employee turnover as high as 500% each year. With top companies in chaos and workers jumping ship, is the gig economy doomed? Learn more about the problems facing the gig economy with this infographic.

• Infographic: Opioids and the American workplace

  Monday, July 29, 2019

  The opioid crisis has started to affect workplaces, where 31% have already seen an overdose, injury, or arrest related to opioids. Getting people the help they need is about more than just being compassionate — it can also make a workplace safer. Employees who are suffering from addiction can often feel their job would be threatened if they were to come forward and seek help. Providing employees with a path to rehab and then back into the workplace can address the opioid crisis head-on.

• Infographic: Find and hire the best candidates with better interviews

  Thursday, July 25, 2019

  When you say, "tell me about yourself" in a job interview, the most likely response is going to be a repeat of what's already in the candidate's resume and cover letter. Why ask the question if you're not going to get any new information? Better job interviews lead to better hires, and better hires build better teams. Asking questions to test a candidate's creativity can show you how they will perform better than asking what school they attended. Learn more about better interviewing practices from this infographic.