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…
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…
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…
In this edition of our “In the Limelight” series, meet Alexandra Ulici—a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Acting as a liaison between hiring managers, program suppliers, and program managers, she provides and develops positive and professional relationships with our managed service program (MSP) users via client support activities. Alexandra’s industry expertise has been critical in ensuring a…
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…
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…
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…
In this month’s edition of our “In the Limelight” series, meet Emily Congilaro—Talent Acquisition Specialist Manager. Emily’s career in client service roles and passion for problem-solving make her a perfect fit for the Broadleaf team and has propelled her success within our organization over the past seven years. From Missouri to New York I originally…
In the face of economic uncertainty, adaptability in talent strategy has become paramount. Businesses seek to boost workforce efficiency without overburdening employees. Prioritizing projects and objectives is crucial for maintaining the right workforce to sustain operations, foster growth, and achieve organizational goals while maintaining high employee morale and engagement amidst unpredictability. Organizations increasingly leverage contingent…
Neurodiversity in the workplace is an approach that recognizes and values the diversity of neurodevelopmental conditions—such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and others—as a natural and valuable part of human variation. It emphasizes that neurological differences should be acknowledged, respected, and accommodated in work environments like any other form of diversity—such as gender, race, and sexual…
