Human resources
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Employee burnout: definition, causes, signs, and prevention
The World Health Organization estimates that 12 billion working days are lost annually due to stress, depression, or anxiety. Occupational burnout isn’t an individual employee issue; it’s an occupational syndrome rooted in toxic workplace environments and poor management. Even motivated workers don’t last long in an unsafe environment or in a culture that chronically overworks them. Addressing deeper systemic causes from the top is the only way to solve job burnout and avoid disengagement, abse
Talent planning: Strategies and best practices for success
HR technology trends, like automation, AI, and internal talent marketplaces, are causing a major occupational shift in the workforce. Moving forward, employers must hire based on measured, bias-free skills and competencies – rather than on-paper credentials – to keep up. Focusing on skills helps you find top talent that fits your current and future needs to stay competitive in the long term. But how can you discover and attract the candidates with the skills you need now and in the future? The
Top 10 recruiting trends for the future of hiring
Outdated hiring practices often overlook the full spectrum of candidates’ skills. In addition, traditional recruitment practices are often slow and biased, making it difficult to find the right talent. These problems leave companies with workforces that are less diverse, innovative, and adaptable than they should be. In this article, we explore how to solve these issues with emerging recruiting trends, such as focusing on skills, using technology, and giving candidates what they want. Let’s div
Defining roles and responsibilities in the workplace: Why does it matter?
Without clearly documented roles and responsibilities, HR managers often struggle with a confused, inefficient, or unproductive workforce. You can fall into this trap if you're: Disconnected from the teams you hire for Using an outdated roles and responsibilities template Growing your business (and all hands are on deck) Hiring without candidate skills testing Accurately defining job roles and responsibilities better informs the decision-making process in your hiring, enhances team productivity,
The ultimate guide to succession planning tools
Filling open roles quickly has always been a core responsibility for human resources. But this HR fundamental is easier said than done, especially in cases where: The vacancy is unexpected The person leaving has irreplaceable industry or company knowledge The necessary skills are in short supply in the market If you wait until you receive a resignation or retirement notice, you’ve already lost time. That’s where succession planning tools come in. Succession planning software tools help you
Organizational planning: 5 steps to success
Companies that lack detailed organizational plans are planning to fail. You might think that “winging it” is a rarity, but this couldn’t be further from the truth – a survey from Bridges Consultancy found that only 48% of businesses achieve planning success. So, how can you give your business the best possible chance of reaching its goals? You need to create a solid organizational plan. Organizational planning enables you to enact your business strategy, clearly communicate objectives to every
Employee referrals: A powerful tool for finding – and keeping – top talent
What if we told you there was a way to source candidates that not only attracts top talent but also keeps them around for the long haul? Employee referrals are a great hiring strategy to boost retention rates in your organization. They help identify candidates best suited for a role, create a positive work environment, and make your existing employees feel respected – all factors contributing to employee loyalty. But there’s an important caveat. While employee referrals are a great candidate s
Personal development goals: Top examples of personal growth for work
Setting personal development goals is a great way to boost your self-confidence and your career potential. After all, having more skills and knowledge makes you more appealing to employers. What if you’re keen to grow in your industry but are unsure of the best goals to set? On the other hand, as an HR manager, how can you support people’s growth goals for the better? Below, we explore nine personal growth goals for work examples to support career development, confidence, and self-fulfillment.
7 inspiring organizational culture change examples
Culture change in the workplace is the process of shifting your organization’s actions to better align with new values, such as increasing fair hiring efforts to support diversity and inclusion. Changing organizational culture is often necessary to transform the work environment for the better. It inspires employees, enhances their performance, and increases productivity. This article discusses how a positive company culture transformation is a powerful way to improve an organization by reviewin
Cognitive thinking definitions and how to test for cognitive thinking skills
Traditional hiring approaches fall short when you’re searching for candidates with unique skill sets to drive your company’s success. One such skill is cognitive thinking, which HR recruiters often struggle to assess effectively. You can overcome this hurdle with cognitive ability tests, which help you redefine talent acquisition and find the best talent. In this article, we explore nine different cognitive thinking definitions, discuss how to test candidates or current employees for mental abil
What is learning agility? Insight, examples, and assessments
Let’s say you recently hired a new team of professionals who passed all your interviews with flying colors. However, a year in, some are struggling with new challenges as your business evolves and focuses on a new niche. How is this possible if they communicate well and pass all your skill tests? Chances are, you’ve hired people who lack the learning agility to adapt to changing demands. Without learning agility in the workplace, your company risks stagnation. Below, we explore the definition of
How to reject a candidate after an interview without burning bridges (with templates)
Rejecting an applicant is one of the hardest parts of working in HR – and it’s even tougher on candidates. Proactive communication is key during job rejections because poor communication when rejecting unsuccessful job seekers harms your company’s reputation. Job seekers often share negative candidate experiences, which turns off other applicants, damaging your recruiting efforts and increasing cost per hire. On the other hand, graceful rejections enable you to part ways amicably and continue r