Meaningful information has become critical for companies that are jostling for relevancy and competitiveness in the digital age. The ability to synthesize … Read more
9 Talent Trends That Are Transforming HR
These days, disruption is the MO in the world of work. Your position as a leader in talent management – recruitment and development – gives you … Read more
As Your Workforce Becomes Flexible, So Should Your Benefits
The workforce of the future is increasingly external and, for HR managers, the need to address the healthcare benefits gap between their external workforce … Read more
Culture For Non-Profits Is Not the Same As Mission
Owners and managers of organizations both large and small have long recognized the correlation between company cultures and employee retention. It makes … Read more
They’re Bringing Those ‘Whole Self’ Problems to Work
We talk about “authenticity” and wanting, practically demanding, that employees bring their “whole self” to work. Except, that is, … Read more
A Blueprint For An ‘Enchanting’ Employee Experience
User experience (UX) is everywhere around us whether you notice it or not. Consider the apps you love and use every day — every icon, swipe, color … Read more
More Than Time Zones Separate You From Your Global Teams
Effectively managing a global team requires stellar leadership and communication skills coupled with a dynamic cultural awareness. It takes effort to … Read more
How HR Can Be the Bridge Between the Centuries
HR is on a metaphorical bridge between the centuries. Some HR professionals — many, perhaps most — work for legacy companies struggling to make … Read more
Zero-Base Your Way to Tomorrow’s Workforce
Disruption is pushing companies to rethink their business as a matter of survival. By one analysis 75% of the S&P 500 will be replaced in the next 10 … Read more
With VR, Cisco Is Pioneering a New Way to ‘See’ an Org Chart
The most common diagram for understanding how an organization works is the org chart. An alternative diagram is produced by organizational network analysis … Read more
Welcome to the Era of Workforce Experimentation
“I am so sick of tired of these people asking during an interview about work-life balance, working from home etc. They should just concentrate on getting a … Read more
Overcome Your High Performer Bias to Improve Your Whole Team
Everyone loves high performers — hot shots who deliver exceptional work on a regular basis are unique. However, there’s a problem I frequently observe … Read more
Your Next Contractor Could Be a Digital Nomad
According to new estimates from MBO Partners’ 2018 State of Independence in America research, 17 million independent workers aspire to someday become … Read more
Successful Companies Will Be Those That Embrace the New Employee Economy
As the world of work evolves, the employee-employer relationship has also evolved and now looks much different than even a few years ago. The employee … Read more
Come Journey With Us Through the Career of a 21st Century Worker
Note: This article is part of an occasional series dedicated to exploring the contribution of human capital assets (people!) to the valuation of a … Read more
Why Not Let People Form Their Own Teams?
“Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships.” — Michael Jordan Hiring the right talent is not enough to build a high-performing … Read more
How Are You Valuing Your “Most Valuable Asset”?
Note: This article is part of an occasional series dedicated to exploring the contribution of human capital assets (people!) to the valuation of a … Read more
When the Going Gets Tough, Here’s What to Do
Every business and staff member go through tough times that might lead to distractions, a drop in motivation or a change in priorities. The only certainty … Read more
Your Workforce Tools Are More Strategic Than You Might Think
This is not a typical article about attracting talented job candidates or retention — while a rich topic, it has become a little tired. There are … Read more
Can You Put a Dollar Value On Your Workforce?
Note: This article is part of an occasional series dedicated to exploring the contribution of human capital assets (people!) to the valuation of a … Read more