Without the fundamentals, integrated talent management suites may be just another system. Integrated talent management is currently one of the top buzz phrases in our industry. The main idea is that by aligning various disciplines and data streams of talent work, we can create greater value and more...

The concept of leadership traditionally has been discussed in positive, constructive terms; however, the focus has increasingly – and some would argue, necessarily – shifted toward the darker aspects that have resulted in bankruptcy, corruption and scandal for so many organizations. To those...

We tend to gauge our achievements using two differing criteria. On one hand, there are accomplishments that make others aware of our ability and result in their recognizing us. This is what most people think about when they discuss achievement. On the other hand, there are accomplishments that only...

The official state motto of the state of Nebraska is “Equality before the law,” but according to Mike McCrory, Nebraska’s state personnel director of administrative services, talent management for the state’s 18,000 employees varies greatly from department to department by statute. “We’ve...

Imagine a company has just identified its high potentials – the rising stars among the ranks who outperform their peers and “exhibit behaviors that reflect their companies’ cultures and values in an exemplary manner,” according to June 2010 Harvard Business Review article “Are...

Succession planning for upper-level management is one of the most critical tasks an organization can perform, and yet it is often the most neglected task. Many companies have comprehensive plans and procedures for replacing front-line supervisors and middle managers, most often referred to as replacement...

Sometimes there is a disconnect between the criteria we use to measure our achievements and what others feel about our accomplishments. I see this all the time in my work. Consider Richard, a corporate communications executive. On the surface, Richard has an interesting and challenging job managing...

It wasn’t uncommon for companies to cut back on professional development programs in recent years to reduce expenses. However, as more employees are asked to assume broader job responsibilities, the need for training has become all the more critical. Through skills enhancement, staff can keep...

With the economy still shaking off the effects of a record recession, growth remains a top priority for many organizations. It’s also one of the greatest challenges. Integrating talent management and organizational design may be the solution. The current business environment requires executives...

A tongue-in-cheek look at some signs that employees are not engaged, followed by proven action plans to improve that situation. For decades, studies have shown that employee engagement has a direct influence on a company’s financial performance, its capacity to recruit other high performers and...