Bridging the gap between generations in the workplace starts with open conversation. Reverse mentorship programs, like the one pioneered by CEO Jack Welch in an iconic move for GE, create essential channels of communication between leadership and young professionals in the office. By allowing younger employees, particularly those from underrepresented groups, to share their experiences and insights with senior […]
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For leaders, understanding workplace dynamics is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive environment. One emerging issue that demands your attention is resenteeism. Unlike absenteeism, where employees are physically absent, resenteeism is marked by employees who are present but deeply dissatisfied. They remain in their roles despite significant resentment towards their work or workplace, affecting morale and productivity. Resenteeism […]
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Written by GAB YARED Starting a new role is exciting and challenging, whether it’s your first job or your tenth. Even if you’re established in your career and can lean on your previous experience, a new role requires you to adjust to a new company culture, new colleagues, and new routines. The first few weeks are the perfect time to […]
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In the busy world of finding talent, many metrics have guided recruiters’ strategies such as time-to-hire and acceptance rate. Yet, amidst the sea of data, there’s a clear shift—a move towards the tricky idea of quality of hire. Recently, LinkedIn released The Future of Recruiting, a study that determined quality of hire was becoming the most important metric used […]
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Landing a job is rarely a straightforward journey. If you’ve been sending out applications, but the offers just aren’t rolling in, it might be time to re-evaluate your approach. We want to help! We explored the most common pitfalls that might be keeping you from securing that dream role. From resume refinement and interview prep to networking and online […]
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As you progress through your career, whether you’re at the beginning, middle, or nearing the end, taking time for reflection can be incredibly valuable. It’s often at the midpoint of one’s career that questions about the path ahead become more pressing. Being honest with yourself about where you stand can lead to a clearer vision of your future, with defined […]
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Written by GAB YARED Who is Gen Z? As the generation born between 1997 and 2012 ages into adulthood, the number of Generation Z (Gen Z) employees is set to triple, and make them one-third of the workforce by 2030. Understanding what makes this group unique is critical to determining the best strategies for everything from recruiting to company culture […]
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Congratulations! You’ve identified the perfect candidate to join your team. Now, it’s crucial to recognize the impact of an expertly crafted offer letter. We find many clients often overlook this important step and others only have dry offer letter templates that are frequently incomplete. Let’s delve into why offer letters are integral to the hiring process and explore essential tips […]
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As we step into the new year, businesses are gearing up to welcome a fresh wave of talent — our 2024 hires. To ensure the success and longevity of these new team members, providing effective feedback is paramount. According to a survey from Textio, employees with low-quality feedback were 63% more likely to leave their jobs. In this blog post, […]
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We all know no two minds are identical. And the best managers, HR departments and corporations learn how to make our all-too-human differences in thinking styles, problem-solving approaches and perspectives work for them. Unfortunately, we can often overlook the potential contributions of neurodivergent individuals, limiting the ability of our teams to drive growth and innovation. Yet, studies have found that […]
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