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The Talent Paradox: Despite High Unemployment, Two-Thirds Of Your Employees Are Ready To Bail

BY Diana O'Brien and Alice KwanTue Jan 31, 2012

Unemployment is high, and voluntary turnover has slowed to a crawl. So why are employers so worried about a talent shortage? Turns out the majority of workers are considering leaving their jobs once the economy shores up. But there are steps businesses can take to ensure talent sticks around--and steps up to lead. READ»

LEADERSHIP | Comment

As Job Dissatisfaction Heats Up, Don't Let Your Company Lose The Game Of Musical Chairs

BY Roberta MatusonFri Dec 2, 2011

Recent surveys show that the majority of workers will look for new jobs in 2012, yet employers continue to operate as if everything is fine. There's still time to prevent your talent from walking out the door; here are the first three steps to retaining your best assets.READ»

WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY | Comment

3 Dangers of Making "Recruitment and Retention" the Only Reason for Workplace Flexibility

BY Cali Williams YostWed Jan 12, 2011

From what I'm seeing, we've turned a corner in the job market. Firms are publicly stating their intention to hire. And, the "Look, people are just lucky to have jobs," mantra of the last two years has given way quickly to "We need to offer workplace flexibility so we can attract and retain our people." This is great news for me, but it's dangerous for employers.READ»

ALIGNMENT | Comment

Hiring to Sustain Growth in a New Economy - 2 Things You Should Look For When Hiring New Employees

BY Tony KubicaMon Apr 19, 2010

Two issues that must be addressed so the probability that you will hire and retain the right employee increases significantly... READ»

LEARNING, TRAINING, + DEVELOPMENT | Comment

Maximize Your Return on Training

BY Derek GagneFri Mar 27, 2009

During these tough economic times, people need to work smarter, not harder. We highly recommend making sure your team members have all the tools to deliver and be as productive as possible.READ»

KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT | Comment

employee knowledge strategies: from recruitment to retirement

BY Derek GagneTue Mar 3, 2009

In the current knowledge-driven economy, organizations must know how to develop and implement knowledge-based strategies. This means knowing how to apply knowledge management (KM) concepts to your talent management strategy to drive measurable business results. HR can harness the power of KM to help achieve results.READ»

DEVELOPMENT | Comment

new tools to find prime job candidates

BY Derek GagneTue Mar 3, 2009

How can you use Web 2.0 websites to get to know prospects before you make an offer?READ»

RECRUITING | Comment

No, Recruiting Is Not Dead

BY Sharlyn LaubyThu Feb 26, 2009

I'm a little surprised at the lack of convo about recruiting right now. While I've spent the majority of my career as a generalist, I've always realized that the recruiting function can make or break me. Most of my career ...READ»

LEADERSHIP | Comment

Women & Leadership (Diversity)

BY Tory ClarkeMon Nov 24, 2008

WOMEN & LEADERSHIP While it is encouraging to know that ‘women in leadership’ is now viewed as the norm rather than an oxymoron, it remains disappointing that only a select few women are making it to top ...READ»

LEADERSHIP | Comment

Talent Wars: Are you locked and loaded?

BY Nancy ClarkTue Jun 3, 2008

Despite living in a bi-polar economy--some are having the best of times, others the worst--one thing is clear, we are facing a shortage of new talent that will not be ready and able to replace the "crew change" caused by ...READ»