The headline in USA Today blared Columbia flunks relevancy test. Columbia University’s Journalism School just appointed a new dean. The uproar was … Read more
Workforce Analytics: 4 Hiring and Promotion Mistakes to Avoid
All HR departments strive to make smarter, more informed hiring and promotion decisions. That need is especially salient in an era where a majority of U.S. … Read more
Developing Female Leaders: The Key is Showcasing Diversity in Leadership
In pursuit of gender diversity, it’s not enough for an organization to focus only on hiring practices to attract women. Far more impactful for the … Read more
How Tony Roma’s Encourages Workers to Use Smart Phones at Work
There is an epic war being fought along the front lines of every business in the world. Business owners and managers across all industries are engaged in … Read more
Developing Young Leaders: The Key Is Bridging the Education Gap
I am about developing young leaders. Students who see beyond surviving school and getting a job. At Growing Leaders, we want to equip students to lead the … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Are These Really the Best Excuses For Being Late?
Over the years, I’ve heard all sorts of excuses from people late to work — some reasonable, some silly, some infuriating. One of my all-time … Read more
The A+ Employee: No, You Just Don’t Go Out and Create Them
I know a ton of HR/Talent Pros are sick of hearing employees broken down into A, B and C players. It seems played out and dated. But I like it. I’m simple … Read more
Developing Leaders: A Little Frustration Can Help Them Grow
This week, I’m focusing on leadership lessons from top executives. Today’s insight comes from Kon Leong, co-founder, president and chief executive of ZL … Read more
New Study: Spending on Training Jumped by 12% Last Year
Here’s another small sign that the economy is slowly and gradually starting to improve: overall spending by businesses on workplace training and … Read more
Keeping Your Organization Afloat As You Bridge the Looming Talent Gap
From tech to engineering and finance, many industries are facing a potential staffing crisis with a projected “talent gap” and a shortage of trained … Read more