The highly diverse U.S. workforce is comprised of five generations, all with their own set of values, needs and desires. What does this mean to employers? It means in order to draw the best talent, hiring managers must cater to each group in a mindful, strategic manner.
Appealing to all five workforce age groups requires implementation of multiple communication and management strategies to suit the peculiarities of each age group, it also demands custom-tailored staffing and recruiting techniques to effectively attract and retain top talent.
During the Great Recession, officially from December 2007 to June 2009, the United States shed more than 7.5 million jobs, causing the national unemployment rate to double.
This year I'm moving away from the traditional New Year's resolution. I'm going to look at it differently. Instead of declaring my resolution, I'm going to dedicate my decision to habits I want to form.
Just about any introductory business textbook will tell you that confidence is a cornerstone of quality leadership skills. But there is a fine line between confidence and arrogance. Providing the type of leadership that truly inspires and motivates their employees requires talent, an in-depth understanding of your team and what they do, and a high degree of respect for them.