Monthly Archives: August 2009

A Look at the Managers of Tomorrow

Posted on August 25, 2009 by

Randstad recently published an excellent report on the Managers of Tomorrow, including some fascinating statistics and observations on what our managerial landscape might look like in the future. In his book, “The Future of Management,” Gary Hamel argues that the … Continue reading →

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Enhance HR Effectiveness with Social Media

Posted on August 18, 2009 by

Social media tools and applications present a new and cost-effective opportunity for HR to use technology to further new developments and create an even better workplace – for organizations of all sizes. The possibilities are virtually endless and can be … Continue reading →

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Why Should My Organization Care About Social Media?

Posted on August 11, 2009 by

By Tara Pringle, PR Professional with the Cleveland Foundation Social media can be viewed in two ways. You can view it as a complimentary form of communication. Fun to play with for a while, but it won’t be replacing your … Continue reading →

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Re-Engage Your Workforce Now!

Posted on August 4, 2009 by

Employee disengagement is becoming more common in the workforce, leading to decreased workforce effectiveness. According to Loretta Prencipe (CNN, 2001), disengagement can lead to many different behaviors, most notably decreased contributions to the organization, increased absence, and turnover.  The effects … Continue reading →

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