There were 10.7 million job openings in June, still high but lower than May's tally of 11.3 million, according to a monthly Labor Department survey. From December through May, job openings exceeded 11 million in every month. Full Story: The Associated Press (8/2)
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Recruiting & Retention
Study highlights hidden costs of high employee turnover An academic study that found a link between worker turnover and product reliability in a manufacturing facility highlights the value of having a stable workforce. The study calls attention to the importance of workers coordinating with the people around them, even in a workplace that isn't a highly collaborative environment. Full Story: Knowledge@Wharton (8/2)
Inflation viewed as biggest retirement savings hurdle According to a Schwab Retirement Plan Services poll, 45% of investors see inflation as their most significant barrier in preparing for a comfortable retirement. Monthly expenses, stock market fluctuation and unforeseen expenditures also were cited as major concerns, while 47% of respondents still said they were very likely to achieve their retirement savings objectives. Full Story: BenefitsPRO (free registration) (7/29)
Many students have the aptitude for in-demand jobs, but lack interest -- revealing a stark "exposure gap" -- according to The State of The Future US Workforce: Student Ability Report released by YouScience. The report found, for example, that high-schoolers' aptitude for advanced manufacturing is more than three times higher than their interest in the field. Full Story: T.H.E. Journal (7/27)
The HR Leader
6 moves leaders should make when a crisis erupts Leaders can create unity and confidence during difficult times by focusing on common values, admitting and rectifying mistakes, highlighting the efforts of others and inspiring their team to take action, writes John Baldoni. "Leaders should call for people to work together for a common cause and collaboratively share ideas and action steps," Baldoni writes. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (8/1)
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“Addie?” “Yes, Mama,” I responded absently. I was at my desk working when Kalei wandered into my office. Kiaha was at my house cutting his hair and brought the kids for a visit. I had to finish up some paperwork first before I could play with them. “Addie?” “Yeah, kiddo,” I said again, still looking over the paperwork. “Addie,” she said for a third time and I finally looked up, a bit irritated. Kalei was standing a few feet from my desk, holding her dad’s phone with one hand and twisting her hair with another. She saw the impatient look on my face and cocked her head and gave me a half smile. “Addie, do you want to do a dance challenge with me?” she asked, still twisting her hair. I dropped my head and sighed heavily, convicted. This kid knows how to nail me between the eyes. My irritation drained away and I understood why she had approached me the way she did. Kalei wanted my full attention. She didn’t want me multitasking my work with her request. She wanted a “yes” from me and getting that meant having me stop what I was doing so I could hear her. “Yes, Mama Llama, I’d love to,” I said, pulling her in for a hug. I pulled out my phone and had her watch me set a timer for five minutes. “When this goes off, I’ll be ready to play. OK?” “Yep!” she said happily, skipping away and dragging her little brother – who had wandered over to be part of the fun – with her. “C’mon Kahaku. Addie’s gonna dance with us!” Today’s Leadership & Development story talks about time management tactics for leaders and discusses the inefficiency of multitasking. I agree 100%. I learned this just after I was diagnosed with ADHD. Multitasking not only slowed me down, it also left me prone to error. My attention would be distracted and information would get fumbled up in my head. I'd wind up misplacing paperwork or putting items in the wrong storage area. Focusing on one thing at a time is the best way for me (and most folks) to get things done quickly and properly. And my granddaughter would concur. How can I serve you better with this brief? Let me know! And if you enjoy this brief, tell others so they can benefit also.
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