We're writing a story on the massive problems the natural diamond industry is having, as more consumers/buyers turn to synthetic diamonds over natural gems. Audience is high-end consumer. We'd love to talk with industry pros and shop owners who can give an inside view on why the diamond industry is so volatile right now. We need these queries answered for the story. 1. What's your take on the global diamond industry in mid-2025? What are the main issues pulling sales down and why? 2. Source after source reports that natural diamonds are in free fall right now, as synthetic diamonds rise in sales revenues. What's going on with natural diamonds and why are sales collapsing right now? 3. Aside from the rise of synthetic diamonds, what else ails natural diamond sales right now? Inflation? Tariffs? Consumer sentiment? Mining and exploration problems? What's your take and why? 4. In your opinion, can natural diamonds survive the synthetic diamond onslaught? Will there always be a decent market for natural gems? 5. Any particular advice for diamond buyers? Is synthetic a better deal than natural diamonds right now? Should shoppers buy online or not? Do natural diamonds hold their value as sales drop? What's your take and why?

Seek H-1B and staff outsource experts for a story on talent outsourcing.

Published on: 9/25/2025

With the Trump admin's new $100,000 H-1B now in play, we're looking at the potential impact on the global employment/talent outsourcing, especially in the US. We suspect outsourcing into the US is about to accelerate and want to get in front of th issue for out business audience. we need these queries answered for the story, the sooner the better. 1. What do you make of the new US H-1B $100,000 buy in? What's the impact on US hiring and why? 2. What does the new H-1B rule mean for the outsourcing industry, especially for outsourcing talent into the US in a post $2,000-per-staffer H-1B world? Are we going to see an outsourcing boom now? If so, why? If not, why not? 3. Any tips for US companies looking to work with outsourcing companies? What are the best questions to ask and ground to cover, and why?

Published on: 9/26/2025

Seeking H-1B, staffing, and outsourcing experts: "3 Ways the new H-1B ruIe will turbocharge staff outsourcing"

Published on: 9/25/2025

HB1 holders - can be anonymous

Published on: 9/27/2025

I’m writing a piece on the Trump administration’s proposed changes to the H-1B visa program, including the newly announced $100,000 fee. I’m looking to speak with current H-1B visa holders about what this program means to them. You can remain anonymous if you prefer! Please be based in the U.S. I’m especially interested in hearing: -What do you think of the proposed changes? -How has the news about the $100,000 fee impacted your sense of stability or plans? -Are you reconsidering any travel, work, or family decisions because of the confusion? -What do you want people to understand about H-1B holders?

Published on: 9/27/2025

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