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Julie Lofreddo, the Human Resources Director at Greystones Group, found her calling in HR through an unexpected turn. Initially an office manager at a mortgage company, she stepped up when her branch needed dedicated HR support. This led to intensive corporate training, which surprisingly ignited her passion for helping people within an organization. Her journey […]
The traditional career ladder, with its predictable rungs and clear next steps, is fading into the background. In its place, a more fluid, personalized approach to career growth is taking shape—one that prioritizes flexibility, choice, and self-direction. For HR teams and business leaders, this evolution presents both complexity and potential. Today’s professionals, especially those early […]
Career development doesn’t look the way it used to. And honestly? That’s not a bad thing. Between automation, shifting values, and changing ideas about success, the old model—climbing the ladder, one rung at a time—just doesn’t fit anymore. Over the next few years, people across industries will be rethinking what growth means, what they want […]
For HR professionals, designing career development programs that deliver tangible results is critical to attracting top talent, boosting engagement, and reducing turnover. Everyone claims to be investing in career development for their employees. But let’s face it: not all programs are created equal. Many fall flat due to poor execution, lack of alignment with employee […]
When you hear the words career development, your mind might instantly go to dull presentations or seminars. But career development isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a cornerstone of employee engagement, retention, and organizational success. While HR departments often design the frameworks and programs to support career growth, managers bring these initiatives to life. As […]
Millennials aren’t afraid of hard work. In fact, many are putting in far more than forty hours a week. But a new survey from Academized.com shows that extra time isn’t necessarily going into career development and chasing corporate promotions—it’s going into building side hustles. Side Hustles on the Rise Out of 2,500 millennials surveyed, more […]
When companies bring in a senior-level hire with 20 or 30 years of experience, it’s easy to assume they don’t need career development anymore. After all, these are people who’ve built reputations, mastered their fields, and led teams across industries. What more could they possibly need? The answer: plenty—just not the same kind of development […]
To maintain or improve organizational performance, business leaders often reach for feedback. But feedback is a word and a practice that often inspires anxiety, frustration, and confusion. Instead of feedback being used effectively to highlight possibilities, in many teams it’s a practice that happens a few times a year and people try to ‘get through’ […]
When it comes to ensuring your company has the very best employees, your mind might go directly to recruitment. While it’s true that finding amazing candidates is an essential part of human resources, the truth is that it’s only the beginning of a long and complex process of making and keeping hires. Employee turnover can […]
In the aftermath of the pandemic, businesses across the globe grappled with unprecedented workforce challenges. Amidst the turbulence, a particular narrative emerged, casting Gen-Z and millennial workers in a controversial light. Critics hastily attributed a perceived decline in work ethic to those younger demographics, sparking widespread debate about their commitment to work. However, these oversimplified […]