Why are fewer men working—and what can we do about it? The decline in male workforce participation has been decades in the making, but solutions exist. In our latest blog, we explore policy-level ideas from sociologist Brad Wilcox, including promoting the Success Sequence and redirecting funding toward vocational education. We also dive into the importance of positive male role models and early exposure to career pathways. It’s a complex issue, but with thoughtful action, we can begin to reverse the trend.
What if there were a simple, proven path to reduce poverty and build a stronger workforce? Alabama thinks there is—and they’ve just passed legislation to support it. It’s called the Success Sequence: graduate high school, get a full-time job, and marry before having children. Research shows that 97% of millennials who followed this order avoided poverty. But this isn’t just an anti-poverty tool—it’s a workforce development strategy. Read more about how this three-step model could be a game-changer for individuals, employers, and communities.
At Horizon Point, we’ve guided many managers and navigated our own leadership journeys. Success in management isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about building relationships, self-awareness, and continuous learning. We often share practical tips with new managers, things we wish we knew when we started. Here are five that we find particularly valuable.
Where you live shapes more than just your daily routine—it influences your happiness, health, and overall quality of life. In this guest post, Mackenzie Cottles from the Shoals Economic Development Authority (Shoals EDA) explores how remote work has opened the door to choosing lifestyle over location. If you’re weighing the decision between returning to an office in a place that doesn’t feel like home or working remotely in a community that truly fits your values, what would you choose? The right move could lead to a more balanced, fulfilling life.
This week, we are thrilled to feature Guest Blogger, Mark Danaher. Mark is an Executive & Career Coach at Careers by Design and a good friend of Horizon Point. Originally published on LinkedIn, here is “Beyond the Office: 7 Powerful Ways to Cultivate Your Identity Outside Your Career”. “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” – Alice Walker. In a world where 55% of Americans define themselves primarily by their job, according to a 2014 Gallup poll, it’s crucial to pause and reflect: Are you more than your office role? This