The landscape of work is very different than it was 40 to 50 years ago (or even five months ago!). Phenomena such as increasing globalization, rapid … Read more
4 Ways to Integrate Tech Talent From Non-Tech Backgrounds
In the not-so-distant past, many companies based their tech hiring decisions on where candidates obtained their undergraduate computer-science degrees. Not … Read more
The Collision of Remote Work, Generational Differences, and Training
This summer, my team surveyed 1,000 full-time employees to determine what silent issues are permeating our remote workplaces. We discovered that the shift … Read more
Anti-Racism Conversations Should Not Be Easy
Well-intentioned conversations about racism are happening at companies across the country, but if not handled correctly, they can leave Black employees … Read more
Empathy Is Not a Soft Skill
This year dawned like any other. For many of us, especially those fortunate enough to work in the HR space, things seemed downright rosy. The economy was … Read more
Best Hire Ever: Jenn Hoffer on Zoom Breakout Rooms for Training Managers
In Episode 13 of Best Hire Ever, Kris Dunn chats with Kinetix HR Consultant, Jennifer Hoffer, about the nuances and positives of facilitating leadership … Read more
The Myth of Authenticity: When a Best Practice Is Anything But
“To be a great leader, you have to genuinely care about your people.” My former boss at Prudential told me that years ago. She was wrong. And so is … Read more
5 Criteria to Determine Whether to Create Your Own Training Programs
It’s almost passé to point out that employers are no longer driving learning for their people. These days, employees themselves are in the driver’s seat. … Read more
Oh No! Not Another “Conversation” About Race!
Not long after the social-justice uprising following the death of George Floyd, I was on a video call with a group of leaders inspired to dismantle racism … Read more
Internal Recruiting Is Making a Comeback
With the new world of work changing hiring practices, internal mobility is becoming more and more relevant as companies look within their organization and … Read more