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Does your organization view outplacement as an unnecessary cost? If so, it's time to re-arm yourself for the talent war by redefining your talent transition process before your competitors win the battle for top talent. The talent supply-and-demand equation has changed the way companies view the talent life cycle and talent management process from sourcing to transitioning employees. It is also transforming the way companies treat departing employees. Gone are the days of viewing... [More Info]

Welcome to the new workplace. A typical workplace today can consist of four generations: the Elders (either nearing retirement or returning to work), the Baby Boomers, Generation X and Generation Y (born between 1979 and 1994). While Generation X (born between 1965 to 1977) represents only 20 percent of our population, these 52 million individuals are challenging traditional work ethics and management techniques. They know the job-for-life model no longer exists. In fact, the... [More Info]

When we think of Latinos, thoughts of sexy Jennifer Lopez or the charismatic Ricky Martin come to mind. We see ourselves dancing to the salsa beat and walking down South Beach , Miami and dining in Gloria Estefan’s trendy restaurant, enjoying a taste of nuevo Latino cuisine. You may also think of illegal immigrants, the protection of our borders, seasonal workers and their living conditions. 1. All Latinos are not built the same. Human beings tend to label and group... [More Info]

Why Training Doesn't Work The Hire Authority At many companies, training programs just don't work, and it's difficult to justify the expense to management if you can't show results. Why, asks the Hire Authority, are so many companies struggling with this? [Read Why Training Doesn't Work] Subscribe to CPI's Quarterly Thought Leader email newsletter for the latest tips, trends and information. "Copyright... [More Info]

Communicating in your culture: what are you really saying to employees? The Hire Authority HR usually takes responsibility for describing what it's like to work for a company -- although the message sometimes becomes confused. Read the rest of Communicating in your culture: what are you really saying to employees? "Copyright (c) 2005 BostonWorks and The Boston Globe." Reprinted and lnked with permission. _____________________ Elaine Varelas is managing partner of business... [More Info]

"I'm sorry, but this just isn't working, I think it's best that we part company." Have you ever been on the giving or receiving side of that statement? Do you recall the sense of regret and, no doubt, the foreshadowing that led to those words? Before a performance-based dismissal, there typically is a period of discomfort when all parties realize there is a bad fit between employee and employer. Remedial steps are taken in the interest of fairness, but there is a sense of foreboding that the... [More Info]

Subscribe to CPI's Quarterly Thought Leader email newsletter for the latest tips, trends and information. Corporate America frequently relies on sports clichés to describe situations in the workplace. Describing an executive as a "winner" or a secured contract as a "home run" is common corporate lingo. In today's volatile workplace, just as in the world of sports, it is easy to gauge a win or a loss.... [More Info]

Should you start a consulting business? Five questions to consider By Howard Seidel Increasingly, individuals in career transition are considering starting their own consulting practices as an alternative to corporate life. [Read Should You Start a Consulting Business?] ___________________________ Howard Seidel, Ed.D., J.D., is a partner at Essex Partners, a career management firm working exclusively with senior executives headquartered in Boston. He has more than15 years... [More Info]

Do You Need an Executive Coach? In a study by the Corporate Leadership Council, which summarized data gathered from over 8,000 executives from 31 companies, executive coaching ranked in the top five most effective approaches to development. Read Do You Need an Executive Coach? Subscribe to CPI's Quarterly Thought Leader email newsletter for the latest tips, trends and information. © Copyright by jobfind.com... [More Info]

Career Planning: Is It an Oxymoron? By David Montross In the good old days, it was fairly easy to plan one's career. Organizations were relatively stable, and there were fairly clear career paths for one to follow..... [Read the rest of Career Planning] © Copyright by jobfind.com and the Boston Herald.Reprinted and linked with permission.) Courtesy of jobfind.com and Keystone Partners/Camden Consulting Group ... [More Info]

The term 'talent management' has been around for some time, coined by McKinsey back in 1997 in its now famous "war for talent" article. But the term certainly seems more in vogue the past couple of years, perhaps in part because of the improving economy and looming Baby Boomer retirement that foreshadow a coming world war for talent. Chief executives have proudly announced, "Our most important asset is our people" in the annual report before going on to talk about restructuring, outsourcing... [More Info]

A recent survey by Career Partners International (CPI) indicates that retention is the top concern among human resources executives, followed by succession planning, attracting and securing talent, and management and organizational performance systems. The survey, designed and implemented by PinOak Analytics for CPI, randomly surveyed 344 human resource executives and decision makers in an online poll. Almost half of respondents (47%)... [More Info]

Terminations are a fact of business life. Handled properly, they can be effective and productive for both the company and the person being separated. The purpose of this guide is to assist you in conducting effective involuntary separation meetings. This process enables you to conduct the meeting in a way that explains the decision, presents it as irrevocable, and avoids unnecessary anger. Managing the separation properly will result in Reduced trauma for the employee; Fewer... [More Info]

Sudden career transitions – such as job loss, internal reorganizations, promotions and job redesign – often stir up a lot of emotions which can be overwhelming and confusing at best. In some individuals these feelings are so intense they can even threaten employees' well-being. Others appear to be less affected. However, in most situations, career transitions not only affect the individual, they also impact their whole family. As HR professionals or business managers how can... [More Info]

Retaining top talent remains very high on today's executive agenda. Equally critical is the need What do YOU think about the projected talent shortage? Take CPI's Aging Workforce Survey and get our FREE WHITE PAPER on... [More Info]

One of the fundamental principles of management and leadership development is this: know thyself. Read more at 360-Degree Feedback: Who Needs It?. What do YOU think about the projected talent shortage? Take CPI's Aging Workforce Survey and get our FREE WHITE PAPER on the topic. You can also register to WIN an Apple iPod Nano! David Montross, Ed. D., is a partner with Camden Consulting Group, an executive... [More Info]

Best Practices in Leadership Development and Organization Change offers a practical resource for organizations that must become more effective, productive and profitable in an increasingly challenging economy. Based on an extensive research study performed by the Best Practices Institute, this book draws on the findings from 18 of the world's best organizations that have used leadership development and organizational change program design and development to achieve their strategic business... [More Info]