By Barb Ward Employee engagement is the heart and soul of any organization. When it is strong, companies flourish; when it’s lacking, they often struggle and fail. This is because engaged employees feel valued and integral to the organization, fostering a personal connection to its mission and goals. As a result, they’re more likely to […]
By Hannah Kaiser There is something good to be said about working hard. Producing high quality work, pitching in, and staying on top of our responsibilities make us vital members of our organizations. And, for many, a job well done can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment. Organizations, too, of course, place high value […]
By Hannah Kaiser We are operating in a globalized world of business. According to one survey, nearly 90% of corporate employees have found themselves on a global team at least once. And, as we find ourselves more often working alongside people who come from foreign cultures, we may begin questioning how our experiences have shaped […]
By Jacqueline Wong In our constantly changing work environments, selecting the right candidate for a role is crucial to building strong teams and ensuring long-term organizational success. Traditional interviews are important—and they will continue to be a foundational piece of candidate selection—but they are also difficult to do really well. (The reasons for this are […]
By Hannah Kaiser Traditionally, learning in an organization is a one-way street — junior members seeking wisdom from the more seasoned senior members. But, as organizations begin to recognize the value of age diversity in their workforce, a new trend of older employees looking to their younger counterparts to receive their knowledge has begun to […]
By Barb Ward Management of talent in today’s unpredictable environment requires employers to think differently. The job market is rapidly and continuously changing, generative AI continues to have an impact on the need for different and specific skill sets and finding and hiring individuals with a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and expertise is becoming […]
By Hannah Kaiser Some of the best leaders are able to influence through inspiration, effectively motivating the people in their organization by empowering them to do their best work. Charisma, communication skills, and persuasiveness are a few qualities that can help leaders with their goals to affect change, but demonstrating authenticity is one of the […]
By Barb Ward According to a study in Harvard Business Review, people at high-trust companies report 74% less stress, 106% more energy at work, 50% higher productivity, 13% fewer sick days, 76% more engagement, 29% more satisfaction with their lives, and 40% less burnout than people at low-trust companies. In April 2023, Gallup reported that […]
By Hannah Kaiser As we grow in our careers, gaining experience and perspective, we might encounter less seasoned professionals seeking us out for advice and guidance. And, sometimes, if we connect to the person asking us for help, we may take them under our wing and guide them along their journey to develop a strong […]
By Barb Ward What we know: When leaders invest in their employees, it helps build teams that are more engaged and productive in their work, and more committed to the organization. Still unsure? Consider these statistics: 92% of employees think having access to professional development is very important or important. Employees with professional development opportunities […]
