3 days agoHow Technology Helps Diversity Recruiting EffortsThis article was originally published in October 2017. It was updated in January 2022 with new information and statistics around diversity recruiting and hiring. Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace matter — job candidates demand it, and inclusive teams are more successful overall. 76% of job seekers say that…Technology6 min read
Jun 157 Performance Review Tips for Managers in 2022Performance reviews are a challenging part of performance management. In fact, only 13% of employees and managers — and just 6% of CEOs — feel their company’s performance review system is useful. These discussions are essential to strengthen bonds between managers, team leaders, and employees, so it’s important to make…Performance Reviews5 min read
Jun 8Employee Review Questions to Ask During Performance ReviewsThis article about employee performance review questions was originally published in December 2019. It was updated in December 2021 to reflect new information and data. Employee performance reviews require a thoughtful balance — they shouldn’t be avoided, rushed, or off-the-cuff. They deserve proper preparation in order to be most effective…Performance Reviews7 min read
Jun 17 Employee Engagement Strategies to Implement in 2022Employee engagement is higher than ever — but even so, only 20% of workers globally are engaged, according to Gallup’s State of the Global Workforce: 2021 Report. The costs of disengagement, however, are not so low, estimated at over $8 trillion annually in the U.S. Recently, we looked at the…Employee Engagement6 min read
May 25Onboarding Employees: 6 Common Mistakes to AvoidRecruiting frequently gets the spotlight when it comes to HR strategy, which is no surprise — bringing in new candidates is a top priority across every industry. But today, we’re in the midst of the Great Resignation: a record 4.4 million workers in the U.S. quit their jobs in September…Onboarding5 min read
May 18How to Improve Your Talent Acquisition Process in 5 StepsThe talent acquisition process is not as simple as it may seem. Many might think it’s just screening candidates — but recruiters and HR professionals know better. Talent acquisition strategy includes recruiting, screening, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding. …Talent Acquisition6 min read
May 11Why Continuous Feedback Is More Effective Than Annual ReviewsThis article was originally published in October 2019. It was updated in November 2021 to reflect stats and information about best practices for giving continuous feedback to employees. Annual performance reviews used to be standard, an annual occasion for providing constructive feedback and giving raises. But, it’s no secret that…Performance6 min read
May 4How Employee Review Systems Enhance Evaluations and EngagementIn the past two years, employees’ wants and needs have taken center stage in the fight for top talent. Companies have learned to adjust their strategies to respond to today’s talent landscape and attract more candidates. One area that’s especially true is performance management. …Employee Engagement7 min read
Apr 27Performance Review Goals Examples for Employees and Managers in 2022Goals provide a clear picture of what every employee, department, and organization plans to accomplish. Goal-setting is a reliable way to keep everyone on track, from executives to hourly workers. It’s important to ensure that you set measurable goals to get an accurate picture of every employee’s progress. Today, we’ll…Performance Reviews6 min read
Apr 20How to Use Employee Performance Reviews to Develop A PlayersAn effective employee review should be comprised of more than just a quick conversation once or twice a year. It’s more than just asking employees how they feel about the work they’re doing and giving a few pointers. In fact, 82% of HR leaders said that performance management was not…Employee Engagement6 min read