Navigating life’s transitions
How we frame life’s transitions directly influence our ability to adapt. When faced with transitions, we can construct narratives of loss and disruption or stories of growth and possibility.
Empty nest, Full hearts
As graduation caps fly into the air this spring, parents of only children face a uniquely bittersweet transition. For workplace leaders, recognizing the transitions facing your team members matters.
Spring cleaning for your HR technology
The average talent acquisition team now uses 8-10 different tech tools. Still, 62% of recruiters report their tech stack creates more problems than it solves. So, what can you do? A little spring cleaning!
Graduation to orientation
As caps and gowns appear on campuses nationwide, 92,000 new nursing graduates and 32,000 allied health professionals are making critical first-job decisions. April offers a strategic window before the May-June graduation crush.
Beyond the basics: The perks that retain healthcare staff
The message is clear. In healthcare, retention isn’t about flashy perks. Healthcare workers want benefits that recognize their unique challenges.
The benefit employees actually want
April is Financial Literacy Month, which makes it the perfect time to address what 76% of employees say causes them significant stress: money worries. Beyond competitive salaries, forward-thinking companies are offering benefits focused on improving financial health.
What baseball can teach us about talent management
As a Royals fan, I have been fascinated to watch Bobby Witt Jr. develop from a highly- touted prospect into a superstar, and it got me thinking – why don’t companies approach talent the way baseball teams do? If we really want to transform talent management, could steal a few things from baseball’s playbook.
Finding hidden internal talent
Your next great hire might already be on your payroll, and they could be hiding in plain sight. While traditional succession planning has its place, some of your best talent might be showing their potential in less obvious ways. Here’s where to look.
Red flags — are they really?
As talent professionals, we often hear hiring managers raise concerns about candidates based on the resume alone. But are these genuine red flags or just opportunities in disguise? Let’s break down some common concerns and how to identify a true red flag.
How do you solve a problem like Maria?
The question that opened The Sound of Music could just as easily be asked in many organizations. But what if these perceived “problems” are actually misplaced potential?
Candidate engagement: A follow-up formula
Keeping candidates engaged with the process and informed is one of the biggest challenges in hiring. Try these proven communication templates.
Ready to speed up your hiring process?
Is your hiring process moving like molasses? Read on for a quick guide to streamlining without sacrificing quality.
How to spot problem-solving skills in an interview
Want to identify — and hire — candidates who are true problem-solvers? Skip the overused, “What’s your greatest weakness?” question and try these proven techniques instead.
Beyond the mailbox: What actually influences a college decision
As part of my college search process, I received massive amounts of mail and emails from various schools. However, after making my college decision, I realized that those communications had very little impact on my search process. Here’s what did.
The 15-minute phone screen
Ever feel like you’re wasting time on lengthy phone screens that go nowhere? Here’s how to make those crucial 15 minutes tell you everything you need to know about a candidate.
Finding — and hiring — hidden gems
While resumes serve their purpose, they often miss the qualities that truly predict success. That’s why smart talent professionals adopt creative approaches to uncover hidden potential. Here’s how…
Make your interview process candidate-friendly
“We need to improve the candidate experience,” often translates to “Let’s make our interviews easier.” But that’s missing the point entirely. The best candidates want to be challenged – they just don’t want their time wasted. Here’s how to strike that perfect balance.
A playbook for developing a championship-level talent strategy
As Kansas City's football champions prepare for their fourth Big Game appearance in five years, HR and talent acquisition professionals can take inspiration from their proven formula for success. Let's break down how their winning strategies mirror best practices in our field.
Fix these common recruiting bottlenecks
Great candidates are slipping through your fingers, and you might not even realize why. After two decades in recruiting, I’ve seen the same bottlenecks sink promising hires time and time again. Here are the most damaging ones – and how to fix them.
Transform your stubborn job posting into a candidate magnet
Frustrated by a job posting that’s not attracting the right candidates? You’re not alone. Most job postings convert less than 10% of viewers into applicants. But here’s the good news: you can dramatically improve your results by thinking like an advertiser rather than a hiring manager.