Seeing plants grow and watching people perform results in the same comment: “Wow, they love it here.” How do you recognize that sweet spot, and more importantly, do you know how to get back there? Here are a few tips to know when you are there, and 3 resources to help identify and find your own sweet spot.
Is there a talent shortage? Yes. The numbers all point to a tightening labor market. When I do an occassional project in this space here is what I see. Remember, the goal of a good search is to look more attractive as an employer than the other companies that are looking. Here are some tips . . .
Talent management is about great conversation. The most valuable conversation between a leader and a team member is the one on one. Within that conversation are three questions a leader can use to get some feedback on how they are doing. Here are the two I came up with and one that is shared from a leader in my network.
Talent wars are real, but are they really about shortage? Yes and No. There might be a shortage, but you are in a war because you don’t stand out and you have to compete with everyone else. Talent management in the area of selection or talent acquisition is about great selection, but it is also about great execution and consistency of who you are as an organization with what you are selling/telling new people. Here are some ideas about standing out in the crowd.