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For years, learning and development (L&D) was treated as a support function—valuable, but not core to driving business outcomes. However, that mindset is shifting. Today’s top HR leaders are embedding L&D directly into business strategy, and the results are measurable. Guild’s new report, From Cost to Catalyst: An HR Leader’s Guide to Maximizing the […]
In flatter organizations, career growth looks different—but the need for it hasn’t gone away. Ambitious employees still want to advance, even if the traditional ladder isn’t there. Development Opportunities Keep Employees On Board According to Gallup research, career development opportunities are key in encouraging employees to stay in the company. But promotions aren’t the only […]
Recent HR leadership meetings share one agenda item: survival in a stall. Fresh numbers from the Bureau of Economic Analysis show real GDP slipping 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025, the first retreat in eighteen months. Four days after the end of the first quarter, a blanket 10 percent tariff took effect, and […]
Corporate life is full of unspoken rules, awkward small talk, and the occasional “per my last email” power play. That’s exactly why Demoted is my favorite podcast right now. Hosted by Ross “Corp” Pomerantz and Natalie Marie, Demoted gives voice to everything employees love to complain about in office culture. Each week, the hosts […]
In any organization, high-performing employees are invaluable. But what happens when someone becomes so good in their current role that promoting them—or moving them elsewhere—feels impossible? It’s a delicate balancing act. How do you retain top talent without stalling their career or inadvertently creating risk? Look to Lateral Moves Scott Purcell, Co-Founder of Man of […]
Employee engagement continues to be the top priority for HR leaders in achieving a productive and happy workforce. The challenge is how to keep teams motivated and excited in their work. HR leaders from some of the biggest and brightest companies recently spoke at SPARK HR 2025 and revealed some staggering statistics. Across America, only […]
As M&A activity is projected to accelerate in 2025, organizations face a critical challenge that extends far beyond traditional due diligence and integration plans. While financial models, operational synergies, and legal alignment are rigorously analyzed, one key element is often underestimated: culture. Cultural integration — the alignment of values, behaviors, and people practices between merging […]
While a big salary grabs the attention of job applicants, most high achievers recognize that money is just one part of the overall picture when it comes to what makes a job worthwhile. Benefits also play a significant role. And though employers regularly reevaluate and update salary packages, many pay too little attention to […]
When it comes to hiring, technical skills and business fit should drive decision-making. But new research from Textio shows that subjective impressions are still playing an outsized role—and could be leading companies to miss out on top talent. Personality vs. Skills According to the Textio report, candidates who are hired are 12 times more likely […]
When it comes to career development, feedback isn’t optional—it’s essential. But new data from Textio reveals a major gap that could be costing companies their best talent: high-performing employees often receive worse feedback. Vague Feedback Doesn’t Help According to Textio’s analysis of interview and workplace feedback, high performers are far more likely to receive vague […]