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Succeeding with Talent Intelligence in 2022 and Beyond

Talent intelligence enables organizations to collect and process data of current and past employees, prospective candidates and competitors. Organizations then can build a realistic picture of the job market, identify trends, create an optimal employee experience and hire the best talent.

What are HR’s top technology priorities for the year ahead?

After a year of addressing the skills gap, quiet quitting and the spread of hybrid work models, HR leaders need to remain focused on HR technology trends and employee demands in the coming year. After all, innovation and the demand for new policies and solutions never stops, even as HR professionals and the IT teams that support them continue to address the challenges around talent acquisition and retention, employee experience, DEI and the ethical use of AI-powered tools, among other issues.

Why HR must embrace people data and its related technology

Today’s HR leaders must become more adept at gathering, analyzing and sharing people data with not only the C-suite but also with managers and supervisors to improve employee experience and to attract, retain and develop valuable talent. The demands of the current work climate require that employers use a more informed approach to meet heightened expectations around EX, DE&I, hiring, compensation and other vexing HR issues.

Identifying Warning Signs That a Key Employee May Quit Your Organization...

If you see an employee is losing zest for their job that would be an oblivious sign, but many times the warning signs are less obvious. Creating an action plan to deal with the potential exit of top employees is something every HR professional, manager, and business owner will need to anticipate. A strong preference is to meet it head-on and have a conversation with the employee as soon as possible. The following will outline a few steps and actions to consider when there are warning signs an employee is about to quit.

Tips for Finding a Job - 8 Qualities That Employers Are Looking For When Hiring a Job Candidate...

When employers are looking for candidates they are not only looking at the resume but a candidates personality as well. It is important for them to know that the person they hire has a great attitude and communication skills. As a candidate, do you have the right attitude to attract the best employees? The following are what the best employers are looking for from a candidate...

How Creating A Culture of Learning and Improvement Within Your Company Ultimately Creates More Opportunities Internally and Externally

A culture of learning and improvement is about values, motivations, practices and processes. It’s a focus on continuous improvement for each individual and the team as a whole. I’ve heard this before, “if you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together”. Encourage employees to develop knowledge and competence. These are the true currency throughout a career. Organizations that encourage continuous learning will elevate their people professionally and personally, creating more opportunities internally and externally.