Posts by Nicole Martin
4 Takeaways from Best and Brightest Elite Winners!
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of facilitating a TED panel of four Elite winners from Chicago’s Best and Brightest at the Northwest Human Resources Council’s annual Conference. A full two hours of rich content. While the four companies represented were diverse in industry, size, and voice it was clear to everyone in attendance that the…
Read MoreWhat to Do When You Must Inform Talent They Aren’t Getting the Promotion?
What to do when you must communicate to internal talent they aren’t getting the promotion? Communicating Bad News with Transparency and Empathy Builds the Talent Reservoir. Employers build their talent brand and talent retention by creating a culture that supports internal promotions. And yet, not everyone can be promoted; and, as a result, the good-deed…
Read MoreEmployment Law Hot Topics You Need to Know!
Law Office of Lori A. Goldstein LLC Founder, Lori Goldstein, joined Nicole on HR in the Fast Lane to discuss the very latest hot topics that you need to be aware of! Changing legislation impacts both businesses and employees. Don’t miss this engaging exchange of important and valuable insights on a wide range of workplace…
Read MoreWhy Your Job Description Matters!
At the heart of an organization’s people processes is the often overlooked and undervalued job description. Job descriptions can serve as a critical foundation for several people focused areas that span the entire employee life cycle including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Legal Compliance, Employee Engagement, Talent Management and Workforce Planning. When working with clients we often…
Read MoreChanging Rules of Engagement
Gone are the days of employers enticing top talent through offerings of medical coverage and two weeks of vacation. The talent of today craves a deeper level of engagement, a sense of community, and a desire to be associated with an organization committed to a cause beyond financial results. So what can we do to…
Read MoreInk Factory Studio Discusses the Benefits of Visual Note Taking!
Ink Factory Studio Co-Founders, Dusty Folwarczny and Lindsay Roffe, joined Nicole on HR in the Fast Lane to discuss their creative and truly innovative Visual Note Taking services along with the many services they have implemented to help organizations offer visual learning options for their teams and clients. Learn how they have merged their talents and experience…
Read MoreLearn How to Get the Best Performance from Others Through Better Leadership!
Leaders vs. Managers This short course in leadership will change your life and the way you work! Leadership and management are different yet complementary disciplines for moving companies forward. Too frequently, the practice of leadership is confused with management, with negative consequences for the company. Learn what makes an effective leader and how you…
Read MoreNo More Boring Job Posts; See how Skill Scout is Changing Recruiting!
Skill Scout CEO & Co-Founder, Elena Valentine, joined Nicole on HR in the Fast Lane to discuss the new and revolutionary methods her company uses to “spice up” the options in the job posting world. From researcher to company founder, Elena, shares what motivated her to start Skill Scout. Learn how the job search industry is changing…
Read MoreWellness Programs Taken to a New Level: Meet No Bad Reps!
No Bad Reps Co-Founders, Nick Rocco and John Romanelli, joined Nicole on HR in the Fast Lane to discuss their unique and innovative approach to corporate wellness programs. As companies explore wellness program options for their employees, they are increasingly looking to find new and individualized options for their team. No Bad Reps offers an approach to health…
Read More3 Pillars to Wellness in the Workplace!
The concept of well-being is becoming increasingly important not only in retaining talent but also in creating a high-performance business. Every business can realize positive returns by embracing a philosophy of wellness in the workplace. Wellness is more than just a program or benefit but a true commitment to achieving higher levels of mental…
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