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Measuring the ROI of Talent Management Initiatives

Engagedly

Talent management initiatives are critical investments for any organization looking to build a robust workforce. With careful measurements and analysis, HR and business executives can gain powerful insights into which talent practices most effectively recruit top talent, accelerate performance, and foster engagement and retention.

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HR Terminology 101: A Quick Glossary of Commonly Confused HR Terms

marenated HR

Candidate: Someone who has applied and qualifies for the job. Passive Candidate : Someone who has a job they like and an employer they are content to work for. Active Candidate: Someone who either doesn’t have a job or has a job they are trying to leave. Not the same as a Performance Management System.

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Talent Skills Gap Remains a Challenge for Middle Market Firms, Says Report

HR Daily Advisor

Nearly four out of 10 middle market executives say a lack of talent constrains their companies’ ability to grow, according to “Help Wanted,” a report released by the National Center for the Middle Market (NCMM), in conjunction with the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program. “In fact, the rate was 5.7