Every human being is unique. That being said, we all often try to find THE recipe, THE common solution to a situation X, which is quite ironic given the endless complexity and variety that humans embody. In other words, as realistic as finding 2 identical snowflakes (good luck). The concepts of meaning and happiness at […]
In this time of widespread labor shortages, more and more companies are competing to attract and retain the best talent. A lot of emphasis is on employer branding and candidate experience, with good reason. To this end, an increasing number of organizations are identifying their values, publicizing them, and evaluating them when it comes to […]
In the category of old furniture are the famous pre-employment references. By old furniture, I mean that they are still there, because they have always been there and we forget to question their relevance, especially in the current context where speed is of the essence in a selection process. The reality is that, scientifically, pre-employment […]
Times are changing. HR is more and more at the heart of discussions and concerns, which is no doubt a phenomenon precipitated by the current shortage. In this context, the concepts of HR marketing and employer branding are, let’s face it, very fashionable. However, when we dig a little deeper, we quickly realize that the […]
It is no secret that recruiting and retaining employees is difficult today. Indeed, in the midst of a labour shortage, the job market is now dominated by job seekers. However, the term “shortage” is misleading because, with a few exceptions, a job posting still generates a good volume of resumes even though the vast majority […]
How can you have a happy, optimal employee experience, despite and during challenging work environments? On this topic, the hosts of the 2nd “Time for an HR Break?” podcast introduced the guest, Dr. Andreea Vanacker, by reminding us of the importance of considering the satisfaction of the three (3) fundamental psychological needs, such as: Feeling […]
An effective performance management system is essential for organizations. Through formal and informal processes, it helps them align their people, resources, and systems to achieve their strategic goals. But what’s wrong with performance management? According to Gallup, only 14% of employees strongly agree that their performance appraisal motivates them to improve and 33% of the […]
In today’s world of talent management, organizations and HR leaders are facing increasing challenges as they try to build a connected workforce that is more engaged, productive, and innovative. In particular, the intense competition for talent while trying to retain staff, as a shrinking workforce emerges in the marketplace primarily due to baby boomers retiring […]
When I was young, I remember dreaming, after watching the movie The 5th Element, that one day cars would fly. I could see myself flying through the clouds in my family’s car on our Sunday shopping trips. I was already convinced that the future would hold many surprises (note that at the time, *the year […]
Pandemic and Mental Health: Some Statistics Much more than a trend, recognition at work is proving to be an essential lever for organizations in the context of an unprecedented battle for talent, which sometimes threatens their survival. The global pandemic has probably multiplied its importance. Among the many impacts of the pandemic on workers, their […]
Qu’est-ce que la reconnaissance des employés ? Il s’agit d’une réponse constructive et d’un jugement porté, de façon opportune, sur la contribution d’un employé, non seulement pour ses efforts ou ses résultats à l’égard des valeurs et des objectifs organisationnels, mais également envers son dévouement et son engagement (Brun & Dugas, 2008). Certains chercheurs mentionnent […]
Today’s organizations are witnessing the emergence of a new generation with cognitive skills and ways of learning that are very different from their predecessors: the digital natives. The idea that technology and millennials are disrupting structures, processes and even culture within organizations is not new. That being said, in today’s increasingly competitive and innovative (digital) […]
