Arguably, the strongest predictor of business impact is the ability to understand the business, or business acumen. This skill is underdeveloped in HR. Indeed, 4 in 10 CHROs consider business acumen the most lacking skill in HR talent. So what is business acumen in HR, and how can you develop this competency? ContentsWhat is business…
Organizational commitment helps organizations perform better and achieve their goals because their employees feel connected to the organization, are more productive and dedicated to their work. What exactly is organizational commitment, and how can you foster it at your organization? ContentsWhat is organizational commitment?Types of organizational commitmentWhy is organizational commitment important?What influences organizational commitment?What can HR…
An exit interview template ensures your exit interview process is consistent and provides valuable information from employees as they leave the company. You can use the feedback to discover areas for improving your organization’s employee experience. This article explores what an effective exit interview template looks like and provides you with two downloadable templates. ContentsWhat…
It’s clear that in a world of work defined by VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity), the need to adapt fast is imperative. HR faces this same reality of solving problems faster by modernizing and digitizing the function. In other words, HR needs to urgently adopt an agile approach to transform the world of work.…
Job abandonment can have a negative impact on your organization. When someone fails to show up at work, it causes schedules and productivity disruptions and others must fill the void and repeat the recruitment process. This article gives an overview of the issue, why it may happen, ways to prevent it, and how to create…
A solid people strategy helps your organization improve performance and navigate transformations. How you empower your people determines the benefit they provide to your business. You need a plan to develop and enhance their skills to take full advantage of what they have to offer. The world is changing fast, and your people strategy must…
Today’s HR professionals are facing a growing skills gap. A recent survey found that 60% of employees believe that their current skill set will become outdated in the next three to five years. This poses a challenge for HR. Not only will their existing skills become obsolete, but they will also need to develop new…
There are very few people who begin and end their careers in one company. Most people move on after a time, or the company forces them to move on with an involuntary termination. People leaving organizations seems like a quite straightforward matter, but there is a lot to unpack with employee attrition. Even though the…
Here we go again. We’re nearing the end of 2020, so it’s time for a bit of reflection. 2020 has been an extraordinary year in the world of work. Amid layoffs, hiring freezes, but also hiring sprees, we’ve had to get used to wearing face masks, working from home, no business or holiday traveling, having…
In 2020, many things went from offline to online, including HR conferences. In 2021, virtual HR conferences will remain a great way to speak with industry experts, listen to inspiring talks held by thought leaders, and connect with your peers. So, what better reason to get some of the top virtual HR conferences in your…