Will we need workforce planning in a future filled with blood-sucking robots? A talent management colleague told me that workforce planning may no longer … Read more
How Much Work Is Too Much Work? What Is the Limit to Productivity?
“Don’t smoke too much, drink too much, eat too much, or work too much. We’re all on the road to the grave—but there’s no need to be in the passing lane.” — … Read more
25 Smart Recruiting Topics For Bold and Innovative Recruiting Leaders
During the newly reinvigorated and exciting Spring ERE Recruiting Conference & Expo last week in San Diego, two attendees posed related but powerful … Read more
Want to Outperform the S&P Index? You Need Truly Engaged Employees
Creating a work environment in which employees choose to engage directly impacts the bottom line. Companies who treat employees well have returns at least … Read more
Temp Hiring Expected to Increase Again in 2nd Quarter
U.S. employers may be hesitant to hire permanent, full-timers, but they’re bringing on temporary and contract labor faster than they have in months. The … Read more
Survey Says Employees Should Not Be “Friending” Their Bosses on Facebook
By Eric B. Meyer When I first began drafting social media policies and offering social media training for clients, I preached that “friending” … Read more
The Flex-Work Debate: Yahoo’s CEO Misses the Real “Elephant in the Room”
“People are more productive when they’re alone, but they’re more collaborative and innovative when they’re together.” — … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: Do Your Actions Show You Really Want Them Back?
I just received an email with the subject line “We Want You Back” from a new health club that came into my area about six months ago. I did take advantage … Read more
The Battle For Top Talent: Will Your Workforce Policies Pass the Smell Test?
“You mean to tell me that you tried to forbid someone to look for a job for two years until the program that they are in is completed? Are you guys nuts?” … Read more
The Secret to Business and Workplace Success? It’s Getting Stuff Done
Sometimes, the most complicated questions have the simplest answers. This can be a little hard to comprehend because we’re conditioned to believe … Read more