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98% of businesses have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from 5% in 2002, report finds

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Some 72% also provide gender transition guidelines and policies so employees can appropriately support their colleagues who may be going through the gender transition process. Benefits like gender-affirmative care have become table-stakes for employers competing for talent, compared to 2009, when just 8% of companies offered it.

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The Rise of Skills-Based Hiring: Why HR is Shifting from Degrees to Capabilities

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This approach, also known as “skills-first” hiring, offers several benefits, from expanding the talent pool to increasing diversity. Adapting to a Changing Workforce The workforce is increasingly diverse, both in backgrounds and in the range of experiences that candidates bring to the table. Why the Shift Toward Skills-Based Hiring?

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7 Individual Development Plan Examples Plus Ready-To-Use Templates

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By identifying key skills, setting actionable goals, and tracking progress, IDPs create a clear path for employees to build new competencies and advance their careers. Greater confidence: As employees gain new skills and competencies relevant to their roles, theyre likely to become more confident at work and take more initiative.

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5 Leadership Development Types For Training Leaders (Plus HR Best Practices)

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Its aim is to cultivate essential leadership competencies , such as strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, decision-making, and communication. By investing in leadership training and development, organizations can ensure a steady supply of competent leaders ready to take on greater responsibilities when needed.

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What is Predictive Validity in HR?

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This is essential for compliance with employment laws, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines. 360-degree feedback, competency assessments, and psychometric tests are often used to forecast future leadership success. HR must ensure that data collection methods are objective and standardized.

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Human Skills for Managers: Strategies To Close Gaps & Build Strengths

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When leaders are not aligned on core values and competencies, it leads to inefficiencies, employee dissatisfaction, and, ultimately, missed business objectives. Step 1: Define Core Leadership Values and Competencies The first step is clearly defining the leadership values and competencies critical to your organization’s success.

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How HR Leaders Can Develop Cultural Fluency in the Workplace

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As organizations grow more global and diverse, cultural fluency has evolved from a soft skill to a business necessity, shaping success in hiring, leadership, and team performance. Research by McKinsey indicates that companies with ethnically diverse leadership teams are 39% more likely to achieve financial success.