Tech companies experience an average employee turnover rate of 13.2 percent, which rises to 21.7 percent among embedded software engineers. That’s quite an alarming statistic when you think about the extensive time and resources that go into hiring and onboarding the individuals for these highly technical roles. Meanwhile, with conversations around artificial intelligence and machine…

The only constant in life is change. It’s a quote we’ve all heard, but as we get past the hustle and bustle of the holidays and start a new year, it hits especially close to home. Leaders today face an increasingly “VUCA” (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) world. You’re navigating a multigenerational workforce, virtual team environments,…

A Chief People Officer (CPO) is a senior executive responsible for championing an organization’s talent through the development and execution of a comprehensive people strategy and employee experience. A proficient CPO is attuned to employee needs, sentiments, and feedback and is responsible for upholding the company’s commitments to its workforce. Their role stands at the…

A C-suite interview has a much different dynamic than a standard mid-level management interview. The stakes are higher because the candidate will be a significant decision-maker, and this person must share the hiring organization’s objectives and vision. A CTO should possess the business knowledge to align technology-related decisions with the organization’s goals. Therefore, the interviewer…

In the fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, strategic planning has become the cornerstone of success for organizations of all sizes. Recently, TalentRise hosted a webinar where he delved into strategic planning, discussing insights, strategies, and how organizations can overcome challenges and maximize success. What is strategic planning? Ninety-five percent of strategic plans fail. Why? Because the…

A recent survey of 3,400 workers across 10 countries found that managers have a greater impact on employees’ mental health than their therapist or doctor—and a comparable effect as their partner or spouse. That’s a substantial weight for leaders to carry! Leaders with high levels of emotional intelligence are better equipped to create a positive and supportive…

For many organizations, finding quality talent can be challenging—and finding quality executive talent can be even tougher. While you may have confidence that your company can recruit your next C-suite leader without help from a dedicated search firm, the potential ramifications of making a poor hire can be disastrous. In fact, the average cost of a bad…

In recent years, remote work has dominated job postings, giving employees flexibility and autonomy over when and where they work. However, this fall marks a significant shift as 1 million workers at major organizations are being asked to return to the office at least part-time. And 50 percent of leaders will require employees to return…

The killing of George Floyd in May of 2020 sparked widespread protests and a renewed global conversation about racial injustice. In response, many companies implemented Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) initiatives within their organizations, and DEI&B job listing rose by more than 123 percent in 2020. These initiatives aimed to address systemic racism, promote…