This week the BBC asks, “Is it impossible to end burnout?” Their answer — alarmingly — seems to be yes. The BBC’s exploration of employee burnout, which tops our list below of must-read articles for talent professionals, points to the pandemic as an accelerator of this frightening phenomenon. But their article also notes that burnout
I was a newbie HR rep right out of university, given the responsibility to fill the receptionist role at our regional office. I worked with our facilities manager to write up the job description, source and screen candidates, interview, facilitate the hiring decision, and make the offer. Long story short, I filled this same role
Learning and development (L&D) programs can build critical skills, inspire innovation, and open doors to advancement. But when employees have calendars full of meetings, inboxes packed with emails, and to-do lists punctuated by pressing deadlines, how can their companies help them find the time and energy they need to make the most of their learning
Spotting transferable skills — strengths and talents you can apply to roles on a new career path — is tricky for individuals and talent leaders alike. But as organizations continue to face skills shortages and retention woes, it’s more important than ever to uncover and develop these potentially hidden skills in yourself and others. According
The startling rise of generative AI (GAI) will do more than just save recruiters’ time. As noted in the sixth prediction of LinkedIn’s new 2023 Future of Recruiting report, hiring leader Glen Cathey believes it will lead recruiters to focus on the most human parts of their jobs — like listening to candidates, understanding what they
First there was quiet quitting and then rage applying. The latest workplace trend? Let’s call it “quiet backtracking,” which refers to a growing group of workers who have quietly changed their minds about returning to the office — at least a little. As the BBC reports, some employees are finding that being back in the
If there’s one question that comes up often among learning and development professionals, it’s “How effective was the training initiative we just offered?” L&D leaders want to know whether learners mastered a new skill, changed their behavior, or made a shift in workplace culture because of what they learned. These metrics haven’t always been easy
Recession fears and corporate belt-tightening have led to what seems like a daily barrage of layoffs. But while the shaky economy is taking a toll on full-time employees, it’s offering a silver lining to gig workers and contractors. As employers seek to cut their labor costs and have the flexibility to staff up and down,
Are you drowning in data? Too much of a good thing could have negative consequences for your recruiting efforts. Tracking recruiting metrics has become standard practice — for good reason. By measuring and analyzing data, talent acquisition leaders gain a deeper understanding of the time and money spent by their teams on filling jobs and the ability of
If you want a company filled with engaged learners, “Start with the top of the house.” That’s the advice of Pamay Bassey, Kraft Heinz’s chief learning and diversity officer. During her four years at the global food company, Pamay has worked hard to engage the C-suite with learning. She has asked senior leaders what their
