All posts tagged HR

Gender-based discrimination in hiring and promotion continues to cause significant problems for companies large and small. In new research, Harvard Business School professor Max Bazeman suggests there are

While the saying "show me the money" has stuck since Jerry Maguire and Rod Tidwell were shouting it back and forth, it turns out, in many cases, nonfinancial

Is the future of hiring a computer model? There are several companies in the call center space that attempt to utilize a simulation based approach to hiring giving

In the April issue of The Harvard Business Review, new research from MIT's Human Dynamic Laboratory shows that there is truly a science to building teams. Interestingly, the

In a new white paper, Taleo lays out six best practices to help in the retention of talent. Talent retention is critical for organizations as replacing a top

We have written extensively on the true cost of disengagement in the workforce, but this blog post reiterates some of the financial impact that disengaged employees place on

Want to improve your company's customer service? Focus on treating your employees like you would a customer: Companies with exemplary customer service understand that delivering a superior experience for

As organizations become more aware of the importance of their human capital, moving from a "human resources" structure to a "talent management" structure is key to maximizing the value

Building a culture focused company can alleviate many human capital problems, such as high turnover or attrition while improving performance and engagement. Ikea, the Swedish furniture retailer, focuses on hiring for cultural