Robyn Kern is a seasoned business writer who has written in the HR, education, technology, and nonprofit spaces. She writes about topics including outplacement, layoffs, career development, internal mobility, candidate experience, succession planning, talent acquisition, and more, with the goal of surfacing workforce trends and educating the HR community on these key topics. Her work has been featured on hrforhr.org and trainingindustry.com.
Career goals are the objectives that employees set to guide their professional growth and development. These goals can vary in scope, from short-term achievements like mastering a new skill or completing certifications to long-term aspirations such as advancing to a...
A leadership development strategy outlines a systematic approach to nurturing and enhancing the skills, qualities, and behaviors essential for effective leadership within an organization. It involves identifying current and future leaders, assessing their strengths...
INTOO is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at INTOO. This year, 94% of employees said it’s a great place to work – 37 points higher than the average U.S....
We live in an interconnected world, and diversity is the foundation of a successful and thriving workplace. Embracing diversity means recognizing and appreciating individuals' unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences irrespective of their races, genders,...
A good boss can make the difference between an unengaged team that slogs through the workday and a group of employees aligned and motivated to achieve the organization’s goals. Whether you’re a new manager or established leader looking for tips on how to enhance your...
A skip-level meeting is a two-way engagement between an employee and their manager's superior, bypassing the employee's immediate manager. The purpose of this exchange is to allow senior leaders to connect directly with employees, gaining an unfiltered view of the...
Diversity isn’t the same as inclusivity. Often used interchangeably, these represent distinct concepts in the workplace. Diversity refers to differences within a given setting, including race, gender, age, sexual orientation, cultural background, and more. It is...
Leading through influence is a crucial leadership skill that empowers teams and stakeholders toward success. You can no longer rely on directive tactics and expect immediate compliance. Today’s effective leaders understand that influencing others requires a more...
Managing up is a professional soft-skill strategy that focuses on nurturing a constructive and efficient relationship with one's supervisor. The basic premise of managing up involves understanding and alignment. The idea is to comprehend your manager's goals,...
Delegation is a powerful tool and skill that can significantly impact an organization's success. From a management standpoint, delegation involves a manager assigning particular tasks or objectives to employees, transferring responsibility and authority for their...
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