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Before the digital revolution swept through the workplace, there was a different kind of hustle. For Steve Patscot, now Consultant, Partner, and HR Practice Leader at Spencer Stuart, his journey began in the trenches of recruiting at GE – a time when communication, prioritization, and execution were honed through pure human connection, devoid of the […]
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 […]
Company culture is often described as something driven from the top. But real culture—the one employees live every day—is built, reinforced, and sometimes broken by the people who make up the organization. Leaders can cast a vision, but it takes employees to bring it to life—or let it fade. As John Jones, Managing Director and […]
After ordering federal workers back to the office, the Trump administration sent an e-mail informing employees it will employ the use of technology to ensure they’re back, Reuters says. For example, it will track laptop logins, employee badge swipes, and other information to monitor where work is being completed. “Most EPA employees have returned to the office, […]
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 […]
“I love performance reviews!”—said nobody, ever. Despite their unpopularity, most companies still conduct annual performance reviews even though 98% of CHROs admit their performance management processes are broken. Why cling to something that doesn’t work? Because many executives simply can’t imagine a better way to enhance employee performance. What if there’s a way to ditch […]
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 […]
The mantra of “be yourself” is often at the forefront of career advice, but how crucial is it to workplace success? While appealing on the surface, the pursuit of total authenticity at work is often misguided and potentially detrimental to your career advancement. Hogan Assessments research shows that what people perceive as “authenticity” in the […]
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 […]