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. It’s just part of human nature. The...
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...
Dec 7, 2022 | Talent Optimization
Employee wellbeing is one of the hottest topics in HR – but what’s often missing is tangible steps for businesses to take. Supporting team members health (both mental and physical) is hardly a straightforward task, and it can get expensive. With that in mind, here are...
Oct 19, 2022 | Recruiting, Steve Lowisz, Talent Optimization
By now, we’ve all heard the story of the Great Resignation. Employees are quitting at record rates. The changes and upheaval of the last two years have led many employees to rethink their job prospects and pursue greener pastures. Meanwhile, a lot of organizations...
Oct 4, 2022 | Leadership, Steve Lowisz, Talent Optimization
As a leader, one of the most pressing challenges is getting the best performance from your team. Your success can hinge on your ability to engage your team and drive results. However, the path to getting the best from your team is anything but easy. In fact, improving...
Oct 3, 2022 | Company Culture, Leadership, Talent Optimization
There’s no two ways about it: The leadership at your company has a HUGE impact on your retention rate. The old saying is true – people don’t quit jobs, they quit bosses. Every company focuses on making sure they have great senior leadership. But unfortunately, a...
Sep 20, 2022 | Company Culture, Leadership, Steve Lowisz, Talent Optimization
There’s no doubt about it – Companies are seeing HR in a new light. For decades, HR carried a reputation that they were too focused on compliance and only protecting their company. But remote work, hybrid teams, retention challenges and COVID have made the value...