September 24, 2014 Ashley Sutphin
You need the best talent. You want the best talent. These facts are understood, but how do you go about attracting them to your company. While there still may be a big problem with unemployment both in the U.S. as well as globally right now, there’s simultaneously a shortage of good talent. Companies everywhere are […]
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Telecommuting is one of those terms that’s on the tip of everyone’s tongues right now, from employees to employers. In our technologically-advanced world, telecommuting is bolstered by the availability of so many offerings from smartphones to Skype, and it’s a great talent management strategy, because it provides employees with a flexible work schedule, often a […]
read moreSeptember 22, 2014 Ashley Sutphin
Talent mapping isn’t a new idea—it’s been broadly used overseas, particularly in the UK and Australia, but here in the states it might seem like a novel concept. First Things First…What is Talent Mapping? Talent mapping is essentially a way to strategically focus your recruiting and sourcing of employees. It’s a way to put a […]
read moreSeptember 18, 2014 Ashley Sutphin
Just the term Millennial is enough to strike if not fear, at least some apprehension in the hearts of employers. The concept of effectively managing Millennials seems to be one that eludes many workplace leaders, and increasingly there are reports that not only are managers having trouble with both attracting and managing Millennials, but that […]
read moreSeptember 12, 2014 Don Weobong
Orbitz, National Instruments, Scottrade, Yahoo!, Chevron—what do all of these diverse companies have in common? A dedication to fostering a work-life balance for their employees. These are some of the companies recognized by Glassdoor.com for being in the top 25 corporations in terms of creating a work-life balance. Work-life balance is something we hear a […]
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The influx of Millennials into the workforce is changing the way companies do business in every way, and that includes their recruiting methods. Social media offers extensive opportunities for attracting and recruiting the best talent, and it can be one of the top tools companies can use to remain competitive in terms of their talent […]
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When an employee leaves a company, the exit interview, if it’s conducted at all, is probably hasty and is seen as more of a formality or technicality than an important part of the overall talent management strategy. If that’s the case, it’s time to rethink that view of the exit interview, and use it to […]
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