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Building a coaching culture: Part one
How do you know if your organization has a coaching culture – or not? Does your organisation have a coaching culture and if so, what are the signifiers of this? A coaching culture is defined as one where coaching is the predominant style of managing and working together, and where commitment to improving the organisation is embedded in…
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Why we need to rethink the meaning of talent
In the context of evolving employee expectations and evolving language, talent development and pathways need to recognise and value individual differences. How can we ensure that we are identifying, nurturing and developing talent for the benefit of all? For many years now we have been talking about talent – whether that be recruiting, managing or…
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Soft skills lead to faster promotions, LinkedIn data shows
For talent professionals, this means upskilling initiatives and the hiring process should include a focus on soft skills. Published March 5, 2024 By Carolyn Crist Workers with soft skills — such as problem-solving, decision-making and good communication abilities — get promoted faster than those who don’t have the skills, according to a Feb. 29 report from LinkedIn. Based…
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One-third of companies bracing for higher employee turnover
Published March 11, 2024 Sponsored content By Express Employment Professionals Thirty-three percent of U.S. hiring managers anticipate employee turnover at their company to increase in the next year, costing an average of $36,295 (e.g., cost to rehire, lost productivity) annually. Significantly, more than 20% of hiring managers say that number climbs to $100,000 or higher. This…
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Independent contractor rule takes effect
In a statement, SHRM said the rule “fosters ambiguity” and deters businesses from extending essential training to independent workers. Published March 11, 2024 Emilie ShumwayEditor The U.S. Department of Labor’s independent contractor final rule went into effect Monday, after businesses scrambled last week to have it enjoined or halted through a preliminary injunction. DOL announced the final rule in…
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Women in healthcare report higher levels of burnout than male colleagues, study finds
Gender inequity and a lack of autonomy at work are correlated with women’s burnout, according to the new research. Published Feb. 23, 2024 By Susanna Vogel Staff Reporter First published on Listen to the article3 min Dive Brief: Dive Insight: For the review, researchers studied healthcare professionals’ well-being — their integrated mental and physical health as it…
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Background checks include ‘lots of inaccuracies,’ researchers find
The mistakes can go both ways. Reports may miss convictions or falsely assign a conviction to someone due to data errors. Published Feb. 23, 2024 By Carolyn Crist Employers may not be able to trust background checks completely, particularly because they may contain false information, according to a new study published in the research journal Criminology. Private-sector companies that…
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Double-barreled questions: What they are and how to avoid them
Lyssa Test Writer, Culture Amp To gather valuable insights from your next workplace survey, pay close attention to how you formulate your questions. A clear, concise question is more likely to elicit straightforward and helpful feedback, while a poorly phrased question may confuse your employees. The questions you ask can affect the accuracy of your data. Leading,…
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Employees said they’d work harder if recognized. These are the types of recognition they want
10 execs from CEOs to HR managers explain exactly what works to boost engagement and motivation. Forget bonuses or traditional perks—leaders have discovered a thriving workforce comes from one simple act: appreciation. A Harvard Business Review report shows that 40% of team members would up their game once directors recognize their efforts. However, most businesses see an abundance of…
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17 Recruiting Strategies To Hire Top Talent In 2024
Written by Neelie Verlinden Having top talent on board is crucial for the long-term success of any business. Effective recruiting strategies help you source, attract, identify, hire, and retain talented professionals who contribute to your organization’s goals. We’ve rounded up 17 of the best recruiting strategies so that you can build the team your company needs…
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