The Human Element of Business

Discover insights on how to drive sustainable business growth by investing in your most important asset: people.

Inside This Issue:

→ New Podcast: Real Talk on Talent?

→ 3 Metrics to Measure Employee Engagement

→ Retaining Talent After an Acquisition

→ Key Positions Filled This Month

→ Decoding HR Tech Jargon

Introducing The Real Talk on Talent Podcast

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new podcast,?Real Talk on Talent,?where we delve into the intricacies of talent acquisition, share industry insights, and provide expert perspectives on all things talent-related.

Now Available: Episode 1 - Five Pillars ?of Talent Acquisition

Join hosts Hilary Jarman and Dina DeMarco as they introduce themselves and discuss the five pillars of talent acquisition: People, Process, Technology, Marketing, and Data.

Discover how these pillars lay the groundwork for successful talent acquisition strategies that drive business growth and success.

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Episode Hot Take: Termination Tapes - Employees filming and sharing their terminations on social media - ?an HR nightmare or a unique opportunity for dialogue? Tune in!

Three Metrics to Better Gauge Employee Engagement

In the face of rising employee disengagement, leaders are urged to embrace innovative approaches to boost employee engagement.

A recent article from HBR introduces three nontraditional KPIs aimed at reshaping how employees connect with their work and sparking insightful discussions:

1. Team Success: Emphasizing collective achievements over individual performance can ignite team collaboration and unity.
2. Innovation: Tracking metrics related to the generation and implementation of new ideas encourages a forward-thinking mindset across the organization.
3. Trends: Stay attuned to emerging trends within the organization to gain valuable insights into employee sentiment and evolving needs.

Tailoring these KPIs to your organization's unique context can help foster a culture of engagement and innovation.

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The Challenge of Retaining Talent After an Acquisition

The journey of post-acquisition talent retention is complex but navigable. Analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data spanning two decades reveals that acquired workers exhibit significantly higher turnover rates than regular hires. The abrupt shift from autonomy to integration often leaves employees grappling with cultural and structural changes.

Additionally, data shows that departing employees frequently venture into entrepreneurship, often becoming direct competitors and fueling the rise of competing ventures.??

Strategies for Retention:

Preserving Independence: Allowing the acquired startup to maintain its autonomy and location post-acquisition can mitigate departure trends and foster a sense of continuity.

Incentivizing Leadership: Convincing and incentivizing top management, including founders and senior managers, to stay can have a cascading effect on employee retention and organizational culture.

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Tailored Talent Solutions & Savings

Our personalized talent solutions address the limitations of traditional staffing and search firms. We meet the needs of middle-market businesses, and have a proven track record of impressive results.

Key Positions Filled This Month:?

→ New Business Manager? | Food Services | $24.7K Client Savings

→ Tesla Certified Repair Technician | $16.8K Client Savings?

→ Area VP & CFO | Business Services | $16.5K Client Savings

→ Accounting Manager | Healthcare | $16.5K Client Savings

→ Mitigation Manager| Construction | $16.4K Client Savings

→ Safety Manager | Industrial Manufacturing | $15.6K Client Savings

→ Finishing Manager |?Manufacturing | $12.8K Client Savings

→ Mental Health Counselor |?Healthcare | $11.2K Client Savings

Decoding Tech Jargon: A Guide for HR Professionals

With the increasing reliance on technology in hiring processes, HR professionals are facing a barrage of technical terms and buzzwords, making the talent acquisition landscape seem more complex than ever before.?

Forbes' recent article breaks down some of the trending technology buzzwords, including:?

• Algorithms: Rule-based systems used to perform tasks such as evaluating resumes, skills, and assessment answers.?
• Machine Learning (ML): ML analyzes data, identifies patterns, and makes decisions with minimal human intervention, enhancing the efficiency of hiring processes.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI systems mimic human cognitive functions, such as language understanding and problem-solving, which can automate and streamline tasks.
• Generative AI: Going beyond mere analysis, generative AI can create new content autonomously, offering innovative solutions to recruitment challenges.

While technology is indispensable in optimizing hiring processes, it's essential for leaders to understand their options to make informed decisions.

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