Talent acquisition strategies and processes have a tendency to outlive their usefulness. This is particularly true in the revived war for talent. Many companies are still operating out of their recession “crisis” mode and have not fully realized that it’s time to reinvent themselves to candidates and current employees. It’s never a good time to…
It’s hard to keep on top of employee engagement sometimes – people do say it can be an obstacle course. This infographic by Achievers shows how to overcome the obstacle course. Takeaways: If you have time to fill up your coffee, you have time to recognise a job well done. 3 out of 4 people…
As I sit down to write this blog, I do so fully conscious that the content of this blog MAY offend some of my readers. No offence is intended but I just have to get this off my chest as I think someone has to stand up and tell this group of people some home…
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5 Tips to Future-Proof Your Career
You always want to make sure that your career is protected in the future, but how? LinkedIn have all the answers! Takeaways: Invest your time in learning skills that are most in demand. Seek out countries that are most adaptable. Connect, build and maintain your online professional profile.
Upwardly mobile professionals with an eye of key executive positions can speed up their career arc and slide into highly coveted positions by using an executive recruiter. These headhunters who recommend talent for rewarding, challenging and high-salary vacancies at major corporations don’t interface with just anyone. They want to connect with a rarified pool of elite talent. In…
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Why Body Language Matters at Work
Body language matters – it’s true. It matters especially in your professional life. OnlineUniversities.com explain why in their infographic below! Takeaways: Gestures make up 55% of our communication. There are 7 universal facial expressions. People size you up within 2 seconds. RELATED: How to Use Body Language to Get Ahead in Your Career
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Out of Work? No You’re Not!
You’ve lost your job – for whatever reason – and now you think of yourself as ‘out of work.’ Don’t get stuck in that mindset! The truth is that you may be out of a paying job, but you’re not out of work (unless you’re retiring). Indeed, your work is just beginning… Welcome to your new…
What does the modern HR director like? Laurie Ruettimann shows more in her research below. Takeaways: 66% of HR directors are baby boomers. 41% of HR directors have a dog. 9% of HR directors drink vodka as their drink of choice. RELATED: What Happens in a Year in the Life of a Recruiter?
We all talk about how change is needed. We all talk about how we all must embrace change. And we philosophize how change is so good for us all. Are we not just wonderful people?! Or are we not just a tad hypocritical? The value of change: Intellectually we all accept the value of change,…