I am excited to announce the launch of the Women in Technology Leadership Toolkit, a collaboration between Brandon Hall Group and Blue Circle Leadership. We partnered with their renowned founder, Bonnie St. John to create a robust toolkit to empower women and men as advocates for change within their organizations.

Nowhere is there more opportunity – or potential disaster – for gender balance in the workplace than in the tech sector. Technology is changing our world at its most rapid pace in history. And the representation of women in technology leadership lags behind national norms at an alarming rate.

We spent more than a year conducting qualitative and quantitative research to help clarify the context, communicate the business case and engage others in making bold changes for advancing women in technology leadership.

The toolkit provides resources for leaders to expand the number of women in technology, so their organizations can compete in the global marketplace for the best talent — regardless of gender.

There are three parts to the toolkit:

• Part I: Raising Awareness: A Multimedia Approach
• Part 2: Building and Using a Tailored Business Case
• Part 3: Creating and Sustaining Change

Take a glimpse at what’s inside the toolkit  http://www.brandonhall.com/witltoolkit.php

There is much more to come and I hope all leaders — men and women in business, technology and HR — can use these tools to become experts at communicating the facts, building their business case and moving the needle.

Please contact me at WIL@Brandonhall.com if you would like more information.

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We kicked things off with a pre-conference workshop highlighting data and analytics, and how to make more effective decisions through data analysis. Our speakers shared great insights on the latest research and innovations in human capital management. A special thank you goes to keynote speaker, Jenny Dearborn who shared her vision of the digital transformation of work and how it will affect our future generations.

We had great sessions on Friday with Verizon and McKinsey revealing their latest research on VR and learning technology. Throughout all our sessions, we heard about machine learning and artificial intelligence applied to corporate learning and employee training. New technologies are also emerging in other areas of human capital management including onboarding technology, which aids in increasing the success of new hires.

And of course, the awards celebration was an unforgettable night recognizing more than 120 organizations for achieving significant and measurable benefits to their business. Congratulations to the 2018 Award Winners.

It was a terrific Conference. Please make plans to join us in 2020! For more information: excellenceconference@brandonhall.com

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Because of its numerous holidays and celebrations, December is a very special month. Christmas, Kwanzaa and Chanukah are just a few of the many special occasions.

In the United States, the most commonly recognized and celebrated December holiday is Christmas. But with the increased number of remote and international workers, it is important to recognize traditions across all cultures to promote and maintain a diverse and inclusive organization.

It’s not just a feel-good proposition. Recognizing cultural differences within your company pays off in increased employee engagement and a richer company culture. It is also a great way to broaden your organization’s talent pool by ensuring that a diverse mix of individuals are welcome.

In a recent Brandon Hall Group case study, it was reported that Concentrix created a safe and inclusive workplace to attract and retain the widest talent pool possible. By embracing the uniqueness of individuals, Concentrix made itself the employer of choice for many highly talented candidates. This organization is now a gold award winner in Brandon Hall Group’s Excellence in Workforce Management category and was recognized in 2017 with gold from the Stevie Awards for Great Employers program in the category of Achievement in Diversity and Inclusion.

Celebrate your individuals and their holidays this season!

-Quenten Kadlec, Community Organizer, Brandon Hall Group

For more information on our research, please visit www.brandonhall.com

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With the highly competitive business world of today, it’s important to find the right strategy to manage and develop talent. Making the wrong decision could be costly but strategizing could give your organization the push it needs to stay ahead in your industry.

“Strategies and processes must be re-imagined and re-engineered in alignment with the values, skills and priorities of the emerging generation of workers. This requires a new level of emotional intelligence to navigate a future that holds great promise and volatility. We believe talent management is the best place to begin. We look forward to the challenge of navigating the waves of change for our members and clients.”

— Claude Werder, Vice President and Principal HCM Analyst at Brandon Hall Group

It is important to focus on creativity and innovation in order to keep up with not only the fast-paced world of today, but also the future of work. Automation and digitization are becoming an essential part of talent management which eliminates many task-based jobs but opens the doors to new positions where creative and complex thinking are needed.

Meet Claude Werder, Vice President and Principal HCM Analyst

Claude Werder runs Brandon Hall Group’s Talent Management Practice, focusing on solving corporate’s challenges in developing and retaining talent. He takes a strategic, unified approach, with a keen eye on leveraging technology to drive efficiencies that enable leaders to better engage employees and drive performance.

For more information on our research, please visit www.brandonhall.com

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Talent-acquisition technology is becoming an integral part of business success in today’s highly competitive labor market.

While each stage of talent acquisition is important for finding quality hires, Brandon Hall Group research shows the interview process is the most crucial step in hiring. Our 2018 candidate experience survey reveals that 40% of companies feel a bad interview is the biggest influencer of a bad hire.

“Talent-acquisition technology is key to scaling your organization’s hiring process and finding quality hires, but don’t forget the human element. Candidates must feel they are valued and treated fairly. Set realistic expectations, communicate throughout the process and treat them with respect and consideration.” – Daria Friedman, Principal Talent Acquisition Analyst at Brandon Hall Group

A broken interview practice is a key indicator to a potential employee of what other aspects of the company are like. How candidates are treated during, before during and after the interview provides a sample of the way they will be treated by the company going forward.

It is essential that companies provide candidates with a great interview experience, so they will know if your company is right for them. It is also important to present an authentic image of your company and its culture during this step or you could end up hiring the wrong candidate and waste your talent-acquisition resources.

Our upcoming talent acquisition webinars provide all you need to know about creating an exceptional candidate experience and hiring the best people for your company.

• Nov. 29 Jeopardizing the Offer: The Dangers of Your Candidate Interview Experience 
• Dec. 11 The Impact of Extending Strategic Onboarding Beyond New Hires 

Meet Daria Friedman, Principal Talent Acquisition Analyst at Brandon Hall Group

Daria Friedman is the Principal Analyst for the Talent Acquisition and Engagement practices at Brandon Hall Group. As an Analyst, Daria analyzes trends in the market, advises clients on how to improve their practices/programs, conducts solution provider briefings, leads webinars and workshops, and has authored numerous blogs and research studies.

For more information on our research, please visit www.brandonhall.com

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