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Tips for Setting and Monitoring Workplace Goals That Create Organizational Success

By Anita Bowness, talent management consultant, Halogen Software Goal-setting is an effective method for aligning and improving performance at the individual and organizational level. And yet, we know that for many, the year begins with setting goals that fail to align efforts as intended. The reason?

Vacancy Armor: Talent Pools

Just getting a talent pool put together might seem like a job well done. But there is more to do. Today, we’ll take a look at what to do next when dealing with high-potential employees (HiPos) and succession planning.

Preemployment Personality Assessments Make All the Difference

In Yesterday’s Advisor, we explored how personality tests really function in the workplace. Today we’ll continue to look at just how these tests can really help you hire the right person for the job—not just the one who seems right.

Add Your Voice on Retention, Engagement, and Branding

The world of talent management is abuzz with concepts like retention, engagement, and branding. Does your company track these things? If so, how? Do you think it works? Tell us in our latest survey. Taking the survey gives access to the results as soon as they are compiled. We’d love to hear what you have […]

SilkRoad Survey Reveals Employment Branding Trends for 2016

By Holly K. Jones, JD For four years, now, SilkRoad has delivered its annual State of Talent Management Talent Talk Report, which compiles and analyzes data from thousands of HR and talent management professionals to determine what trends, themes, and disruptors are driving change in our profession.

Increase the Impact of Your Compensation System

So, what’s your problem? We’re not trying to be confrontational but asking a sincere question. If you’re one who designs, processes, or transacts your company’s compensation program, it isn’t a stretch to think that you may have a few headaches.

The Vast Majority of Employees Want for Career Opportunities

According to the Corporate Executive Board Company (CEB), a best practice insight and technology company, today’s flat organizational structures mean employees spend more time at each job level—roughly 3 more years than they did in 2010. This stalled progression has caused 70% of employees to be dissatisfied with future career opportunities, leading to potentially massive […]

Mixing Diversity, Inclusion, and Business Objectives for a Better Bottom Line

New research shows that 70 percent of organizations surveyed are missing out on benefits associated with leading talent activities. It turns out that if you combine diversity and inclusion practices with your company goals, you stand to make a lot more money. Organizations that align diversity and inclusion practices to business objectives are more likely […]