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TagWhy Do Employees Really Quit Their Jobs? Research Says It Comes Down to These Top 8 Reasons
The data from my research on employee retention is astounding and not entirely positive. Here’s a short sample of what I’ve gathered in th..
Embrace automation and release your employees’ creativity
A study by Oxford University researchers estimates that 47 per cent of U.S. jobs could be automated within the next two decades.
Lessons from Yelp’s Empirical Approach to Diversity
Beginning in 2013, a handful of tech companies (including Yelp, where some of us work, Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook) began to research a..
Limitations of present leadership theories for the new generation
The workforce is changing and, likewise, leadership theories must change. Empirical research on generational gaps outlined in..
Balancing Self-Confidence and Uncertainty
In my coaching practice, leaders often ask me how assertive they should be.
The Power of Meeting Your Employees’ Needs
What’s surprising about our survey’s results is how dramatically and positively getting these needs met is correlated with every variable ..
3 Workplace Habits of Happy and Engaged Employees, According to Research
To be fully engaged and happy, virtually everyone wants three things: 1) A meaningful vision of the future. 2) A sense of purpose. 3) Grea..
If You Have To Fake Your Emotions At Work, Research Shows You’re Probably Going To Be Miserable
My hiring for attitude research found that when new hires fail, 89% of the time it’s for attitudinal reasons and only 11% for having insuf..
Only 3% of Companies’ Data Meets Basic Quality Standards
Most managers know, anecdotally at least, that poor quality data is troublesome. Bad data wastes time, increases costs, weakens decision m..
Organizational health: A fast track to performance improvement
Working on health works. It’s good for your people and for your bottom line.