May 30, 2023 | Talent Optimization
Even though it’s been two years since the start of the Great Resignation, retention is still a major issue for many organizations. Addressing turnover can seem like a costly, substantial endeavor, but the reality is there are simple steps you can take today to retain...
Apr 25, 2023 | Talent Optimization, Uncategorized
If you’re in HR or a leadership position, you may have heard about “psychological safety” lately. But what is psychological safety – and why should you care? In a nutshell, psychological safety is the idea that team members are confident they can take risks, share...
Apr 17, 2023 | Talent Optimization
The numbers are clear. Employee engagement is at an all-time low – while employee stress is at an all-time high. To address this issue, many companies are turning to an old favorite – the employee engagement survey. There’s only one problem…most employee...
Apr 11, 2023 | Talent Optimization
If someone is driven to tackle new challenges every day, do you think they’ll be satisfied with a routine and repetitive job? If someone is motivated by brainstorming ideas to solve different problems, do you think they’ll enjoy a role that emphasizes existing...
Mar 20, 2023 | Company Culture, Healthcare, Talent Optimization
Hybrid strategies are all the rage, with 35 million employees in the US working at a hybrid workplace. While it sounds great on paper, the reality is that like any working environment, there are opportunities and challenges. If you’re wondering if your hybrid strategy...
Feb 23, 2023 | Human Resources, Talent Optimization
On February 8th, we were fortunate to host Jason Lioy, Chief People Officer of Dawn Foods Global, for a lively and engaging discussion on “What CEOs Need From HR Today.” You can view the whole conversation HERE – but here are 5 key quotes from Jason with some...
Feb 16, 2023 | Company Culture, Recruiting, Talent Optimization
The science is clear – we all have biases in some form or another. It’s just how humans are wired. We’ve evolved to see patterns, make generalizations, and jump to conclusions based on past experiences and associations. There’s nothing wrong with being biased...
Jan 26, 2023 | Talent Optimization
One-on-ones are extremely common in business – but usually, the results are a little lackluster. Team members and leaders alike often dread the conversations, while it’s hard to show they’ve meaningfully improved performance. With the right approach, one-on-ones can...
Jan 17, 2023 | Talent Optimization
Engagement is at historic lows. According to Gallup, 79% of global employees are unengaged at work – and only 33% of employees are thriving in their overall wellbeing. With competition tightening and a potential recession on the horizon, it’s a recipe for trouble. If...
Dec 7, 2022 | Talent Optimization
Performance reviews are very common in the business world – but the actual impact of these reviews leaves a lot to be desired. They’re not only a negative experience for many employees, but they also don’t always translate into significant improvements in...