America’s economy is at a strange tipping point where unemployment is low at 3.6%, help wanted ads abound, and talented candidates call the shots. Yet, simultaneously, rising interest rates, business costs, record inflation, and sinking consumer confidence are signaling the potential for a hiring slowdown. So how should businesses approach near-term hiring decisions with an eye to a sudden downturn in the economy? …
An Easy Formula for Writing Winning Employee Value Proposition StatementsÂ
Have you ever looked at your company website career page and wondered why it wasn’t doing its job attracting quality candidates? Could it be because your employee value proposition is missing, and you are not communicating your unique edge in today’s competitive hiring market? Marketing is not just for customers A foundational principle of marketing is the value proposition. It describes a product or service’s …
When Job FOMO Gets Real!
Were you one of the 467,000 who decided they were not going to miss out on a plum job in January? If so, congratulations on your workplace reentry! However, if you are one of the unemployed 6.5 million thinking about reentering the workforce, FOMO is here! But there is still time to beat the crowd, leverage your skills and talent, and snag that once-in-a-lifetime …
Organizational Learning, Diversified
Diversity – the state of being diverse or having variety. We know that no formula strengthens a workforce like a variety of cultures and backgrounds with diverse skills and talents. Then why do so many companies offer a one-size-fits-all learning program? If you have not diversified your training program lately, it’s time to get started! Equitable development and training ensure that each individual receives the …
Why “Why?” is What Your People Really Want to Know
Companies across America are undergoing structural and strategic upheaval. From deciding whether it is wise to mandate vaccines or rolling out distributive workforce plans, business leaders have a lot of ‘splainin’ to do! And it’s hard. Today, many of our decisions hinge on changing variables, some we cannot predict, like viral spread, employees quitting, or the unavailability of computer equipment …
