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The workforce management industry is ever-evolving. With advanced technologies, increased demand for customized solutions, innovative talent acquisition models, and more, it can be difficult for industry professionals to stay ahead of the curve. Find everything you need to keep up with trends in the workforce management industry in one place on our blog. Our repository of articles by industry leaders will keep you up-to-date on the latest changes in the talent management industry and prepare you to tackle them head-on.

As a result of the pandemic, the Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) role has grown exponentially in visibility and impact. The days of just overseeing compensation, benefits, and payroll processes are long gone. CHROs often report directly to the CEO and act as their trusted counsel. Their unique understanding of talent, culture, unions, negotiation, and…

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The adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” coined by American author and marketing expert Will Rogers, resonates in talent acquisition and recruitment. It serves as a reminder of initial encounters’ pivotal role in forming a candidate’s perception of your organization. A job seeker’s journey commences with their initial interaction—through…

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Effective feedback is the cornerstone of professional growth and organizational success in today’s workplace. Men and women often have unique approaches to feedback. Men favor a direct and assertive style, and women focus on relationship dynamics and holistic development. Additionally, each generation, from Baby Boomers to Generation Z, brings its own set of characteristics and…

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Managed service programs, or MSPs, are widely regarded as one of the most prominent and impactful contingent (or indirect) labor service offerings in the workforce solutions industry. In recent years, MSP solutions have become increasingly popular and embraced by a full array of companies—both large and small. Managed service programs can help organizations to control…

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With the holiday season approaching, retailers nationwide will begin their large-scale seasonal hiring. In fact, Spirit Halloween started hiring in July to fill 40,000 seasonal associate positions. Is your organization one of the 38 percent of retailers struggling with labor shortages while faced with the daunting challenge of recruiting hundreds—if not thousands—of workers this fall?…

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A recent survey of 3,400 workers across 10 countries found that managers have a greater impact on employees’ mental health than their therapist or doctor—and a comparable effect as their partner or spouse. That’s a substantial weight for leaders to carry! Leaders with high levels of emotional intelligence are better equipped to create a positive and supportive…

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In 2022, employees had a banner year with high wages, plenty of job-hopping opportunities, and a voice in the workplace. Hybrid work became the new norm, skills-based hiring gained traction, and pay transparency grew in popularity and became a legal requirement in several states. How did employees around the world experience life and work in…

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, working parents faced unique challenges due to school closures, childcare disruptions, and increased caregiving responsibilities. With 52 percent of their employees with children struggling, many organizations implemented measures to respond to the extraordinary circumstances and ensure business continuity. These included stipends for babysitting and tutoring, extra time off, and flexible working…

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In 2023, more than 160,000 workers at U.S. tech companies have been laid off. Business owners have implemented hiring freezes due to the economic downturn resulting in fewer unfilled tech positions. Yet, there is still a talent shortage. The number of jobs is outpacing companies’ ability to find, hire, and retain qualified tech workers in…

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