Sean H. DeMatteo

12/24/2023

This powerful quote by Alden Nolwan beautifully captures the journey of personal growth and maturity. It reminds us that as we navigate through life, we encounter imperfections in others, and more importantly, in ourselves. However, it is in our ability to forgive that we truly evolve into wise individuals.

Let us remember that forgiveness is a transformative force that propels us forward on our journey to wisdom. It is a reminder that imperfections are part of the human experience, and by embracing forgiveness, we can cultivate a more compassionate and enlightened world.

07/10/2023

Unlock the potential in all your interactions - even the tough ones! Every relationship has something to teach. It's up to you to open the door and find out what.

How do you collaborate with someone you don’t like? They’re not toxic or difficult, you just have different styles, and they rub you the wrong way. It all starts with reflecting on the cause of the tension. Remind yourself: You won’t get along with everyone, but there is potential value in eve...

07/03/2023

This article provides an in-depth look into financial talent retention in the “departure of a CFO" situation in the U.S. It offers some insights into the objectives and expectations that executives and company leaders have for their finance department, specifically discussing what they desire in newly-placed staff members and best ways for them to proceed when seeking a replacement for a departed CFO. There is a good mix of relevant advice from experienced CEOs who lead Fortune 500 companies along with the views of regular CFOs coming via their first jobs in charge. This a trove of tips for anyone, be it CEOs or CFOs afflicted with this situation or aspiring non-traditional and traditional finance professionals tasked with the job. All in all, this article tracks current trends in finance talent seeking and provides important role-branded guidance along with inspirational takeaways. It’s an eventful read and garnered my full appreciation.

As CFO roles continue to have high turnover, CEOs and boards are rethinking the skills and abilities they want in a finance chief.

06/26/2023

With a surge of employers in the US tech industry expecting to increase headcount, it is truly an exciting time to be in the tech space. ManpowerGroup's Global Outlook Survey predicts that the most aggressive hiring plans are expected for IT followed by financials, real estate, energy, and utilities, as well as industrials and materials. It's an encouraging sign that the labor market continues to show resilience despite current economic challenges.

Global staffing firm ManpowerGroup surveyed nearly 6,000 US employers and found that far from laying off employees, companies are still on the hunt for tech talent.

06/15/2023

Are you dipping your toe into cryptocurrency investing? Make sure to check out what options you have for securely storing your assets! Research how to choose the right crypto wallet for you and learn the best practices for keeping your coins safe!

Your crypto wallet holds the keys to your coins and tokens, and it's how you'll buy and sell digital currency.

06/13/2023

Looking for a way to maximize your savings? Now's the perfect time to check out high-yield savings accounts! With competitive APYs and a variety of options, you can maximize the amount of money you earn on your savings. Check out CNET's guide to finding the best high-yield savings accounts of 2023!

What's even better is that these banks have low minimum deposit requirements, too.

04/14/2023

Two Massachusetts lawmakers have just proposed a two-year pilot program for businesses to voluntarily transition to a four-day workweek without losing pay or benefits. This program aims to discover the feasibility and benefits of a four-day workweek for employers and employees and could bring a competitive edge to businesses that take part. Please let me know what your thoughts are!

Employers participating in the proposed two-year pilot program would transition some or all of their workers to a shortened workweek without any loss of pay or benefits.

04/12/2023

Are you looking for a new job? 🤔 Now may be the perfect time to take the leap - nearly four in five employers are having difficulty filling roles, a 17-year high! Don't miss out on the opportunity to find a great job that fits your skill set!

A plethora of job openings and dearth in available talent make an odd juxtaposition with numerous high-profile layoffs in the technology industry and elsewhere during the past six months.

04/11/2023

It's National Pet Day! Get your fur-babies some delicious treats and/or toys with special discounts - follow the link! 🐶🐱 🐶🐱

These big discounts make it more affordable for you to treat your dogs and cats to new toys and more.

04/10/2023

Gartner Research forecasts that tech industry spending will rise 5.5% in 2023, with the data center and software categories leading the way at 8.4% and 12.3%, respectively. The tech industry is here to stay, with IT spending growth projected to continue for the foreseeable future.

Declines in device sales will be more than offset by growth in other areas, according to Gartner Research’s latest predictions.

04/09/2023

Happy Easter! I hope you all have a safe, restful, and joyous day.

04/07/2023

In this ever-changing world, companies must remain vigilant and take steps to ensure their IT platforms are up-to-date and running optimally to stay ahead of the curve and succeed. Creating a metric to measure IT expenses relative to income can help companies track and manage their current IT expenses. This can enable them to optimize their IT spending to ensure it is aligned with their overall business goals. Furthermore, it can provide insights into the effectiveness and efficiency of their IT investments and help them make informed decisions about future IT investments.