Leveraging performance management to drive success

One thing the unpredictability of the past few years has taught business leaders is that they need to be able to navigate change, and quickly. There are many tools that companies should have in their arsenals to be able to do this, but three major areas to prioritise are: skills development, career growth and talent mobility. Why is this significant? Firstly, a highly skilled workforce is more capable and efficient. Such employees can perform their duties better, driving greater success for the organisation overall, in turn attracting investors. Additionally, if employees feel that their organisation is investing in their growth and prioritising their development, they are more likely to remain with the organisation.

The role of opportunity marketplaces in improving employee engagement

From the employee-employer disconnect that’s arisen from widespread remote and hybrid working to trends like ‘the great resignation’ and ‘quiet quitting’ impacting employee satisfaction — it’s certainly been a bumpy ride for the workforce, globally.

Sustainability in HR: The Evolution of Green HR Practices

The role and responsibilities of the HR sector are constantly changing, and not just due to the inevitable digital transformation. In recent years, awareness of environmental issues has increased significantly, especially among younger generations who are no longer willing to compromise on their ideals and principles.

Empowering Employee Growth through Career Check-in Conversations

Enabling talent mobility within your organisation has emerged as a powerful solution to two potentially disruptive talent trends.

Creative strategies for empowering your people during a hiring freeze

Breaking the myths surrounding a hiring freeze

You, Me, We – Managing the Talent Experience

Today’s world is incredibly unpredictable. Think of all the upheavals businesses have had to weather in recent years, from Brexit, to COVID-19, the Great Resignation, and more. Even before this, there was the 2008 financial meltdown. All of this impacts the world of work, meaning organisations must always prepare for times of instability.

Navigating the World of L&D Technologies and Data with Confidence

In this three-part blog series, I am taking a look at how to build confidence in using HR/people technology and data. This second blog in the series offers a focus on L&D.

Cornerstone's Progress in Q1: Laying the foundation for a stellar year

In 2022, we were intentional about setting ourselves and our customers up for greater success and an even deeper innovation roadmap. So, you can imagine our excitement when we say that 2023 is already gearing up to be a standout year.

Unlocking the Potential of Digital Learning with Cornerstone Opportunity Marketplace

Employees yearn to take control of their career destinies by tapping into new experiences. According to our 2023 Talent Mobility Study, the primary preference for employees to learn new skills is through experiences.

Unlocking your team's potential: enabling career growth for greater success

In today's job market, one roadblock organisations often deal with when trying to hold on to employees is a concept called “talent hoarding.” Talent hoarding occurs when a manager holds tightly to an employee because they view that person as an essential asset to their team. Losing this person would likely create a hole in the department that the manager may consider challenging or inconvenient to fill.

Why Human Capital Management is crucial in an unpredictable world

Businesses worldwide face challenging times, with inflation and the energy crisis creating significant pressures. It's not the first time we are encountering global business challenges, and it certainly won't be the last. Think of all the other upheavals businesses have had to weather in recent years, from Brexit to COVID-19, the Great Resignation, and more. Even before this, there was the 2008 financial meltdown. We can glean that there will always be times of instability that we need to prepare for.

Leading in Times of Uncertainty: A Practical Guide

Today’s HR leaders must respond to unprecedented waves of change that are reshaping every aspect of the employee experience. Organisations and leaders themselves need to develop new strengths to address the challenges and opportunities which tumultuous market shifts bring.