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New year, new job? Give employees reasons to stay
We’ve all heard the saying, “Love what you do and do what you love.” And during the pandemic, the importance of that statement has never been more appropriate. Many people have taken stock of their lives and their careers to try to make that statement a reality.
Read MoreWomen leaders in tech are changing the status quo
The need for technology is ever-growing today. With these higher needs comes the call for more leadership. And in the workforce, women are stepping up.
At the 8th Annual Women Leaders in Technology (WLiT) forum hosted by AITP Atlanta this past October, this very topic was covered. The panel, consisting of a variety of skill sets and experiences, generated very meaningful conversations on this topic. But before I cover the highlights, let’s take a look at the panel.
Read MoreThriving during “The Great Mismatch”
By now, we’ve all heard about “The Great Resignation.” It’s nothing new that it’s impacting today’s workforce at an alarming rate. More so, it has revealed a variety of problems, including dissatisfied employees and an increase in job-hopping. But it does require a much deeper explanation. There isn’t one single problem that’s leading to this,…
Read MoreHow to recruit Gen Z-ers
We’ve all heard the stereotypes about each generation: Boomers are tech inept, Gen X-ers are cynical, Millennials are entitled and Gen Z-ers are job hoppers addicted to technology.
But is any of that true? Specifically, I wanted to know more about Gen Z and their career motivations since they are expected to make up 30% of the workforce by 2030, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Individuals born between 1997 and 2012 are in Gen Z, according to a recent study by Insider Intelligence.
Read More3 steps to avoid striking out on your job search
Another swing, another miss. Like in baseball, losing just makes you want to lay down and take a nap. In a similar sense, falling short of another job search can be a downer, especially when you develop a losing streak. But there is hope; you can walk it off. The question now, is how? Like most things in life, you have competition. Fortunately, there is a way to face it head-on and come out on top.
Read MoreCandidate care: the secret to a winning hiring strategy
First, it was the “next normal.” Then came the “great resignation.” And now, it’s “ghosting” (again).
A recent Fast Company article discussed the newest hiring hurdle for employers, ghosting. This is not a new concept, but it’s become more widespread lately. According to research from Indeed.com, 28% of candidates ghosted an employer during 2020, which is up from 18% in 2019.
Read MoreGiving back: the value of campus recruiting
Discovering the right candidates for your business can be a challenge. It involves finding the necessary skill sets, character, attitude and future potential. So, what is the best way to source talent? There are many, but to me, a majority involves the university campus and giving back by sharing your experience with the next generation of the workforce.
Read MoreTechnology: the difficulty of creating a seamless experience
Our way of life depends on technology. Most of us can’t live without it (myself included). But the complexities involved in making systems work should remain invisible…if done correctly. And one of the best examples of this cloak of invisibility is with the technology behind Configurable Product Selling at The Home Depot.
Read More7 tried-and-true ways to retain employees
Every company, regardless of its product or service, needs engaged employees. Despite the impact of Covid-19, some companies have managed to retain their staff. But this is not the majority. Employees are more likely now to take a chance and leave their current jobs for something new as part of the “Great Resignation.”
Read MoreWhy is it still so hard to fill jobs?
As a career human resources professional, I’ve never witnessed anything like what’s happening in today’s job market. Almost a million jobs were added in July. But the labor force participation rate – a measure of the share of working-age Americans who are employed or looking for work – stayed pretty much the same. That’s unheard of.
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