Many executives are re-examining retirement plans, and more professionals nearing the traditional retirement age are exploring part-time work so they can continue their careers, Robert Half says.
Although CIOs often are overlooked in strategic conversations, their input can increase performance. Organisations that report strong collaboration between the CIO and the C-suite were overwhelmingly more likely to be top performers when compared to organisations that have less collaborative teams.
Nearly 30% of businesses globally expect talent shortages to hinder their expansion plans, according to new research by Grant Thornton. Nearly 40% say they are struggling to hire the right people, with 64% saying technical skills are the main obstacle.
US companies considering the sale of a business are increasingly shifting their focus from meeting financial needs to meeting corporate strategic goals. But not enough are following the tactical considerations necessary to get the highest price or close the deal fast.
A survey of US CFOs shows that a majority consider it challenging to find skilled finance professionals. Robert Half polled more than 1,400 CFOs, and 59% said hiring top talent was a challenge. The fight for talent means skilled workers can command higher salaries and other perks, such as flexible work arrangements.
In an uncertain economic climate, workers who have survived layoffs may be reluctant to stay home when they are sick. But encouraging them to stay home when ill can be critical to maintaining productivity in a worse-than-average flu season in the United States. Read here for more tips on combating the flu in the workplace.
Spending on employee learning and development is rising as companies attempt to hire and train new workers and leaders alike to combat a global skills gap, according to research by Bersin by Deloitte. Read about some of the best practices in L&D, as well as mistakes to avoid.
Projected raises for workers in emerging economies far outpace those of workers in developed areas such as Western Europe and North America. A study by Hay Group shows that pay in some emerging markets is expected to increase 10% in 2013.
Have you seen a new CEO immediately excel? What sorts of things did a new chief executive do well? A Boston Consulting Group report takes a look at some of the myths about how CEOs should act in their first 100 days.
In the past six years, women joined boards of directors of S&P 1500 companies in increasing numbers, diversifying the boards’ expertise, skill sets and viewpoints. But one-fourth of boards still did not have women directors in 2012.
Ernst & Young research identified four areas in which high-performing companies did a better job handling the challenges of the harsh global economic conditions. Find out what lessons can be learned from high performers worldwide.
US companies that grew by 50% or more in the three years prior to April 2012 increased CFO pay by an average of 20.2%, according to a report by Verisight and The CFO Alliance. For CFOs at companies that grew less than 10%, average pay increased 0.9%. Chief executives’ pay also was tied closely to a company’s size and growth.
In today’s cut-throat job market, working effectively with a head-hunter could prove critical in securing your next senior finance role. Find out what a head-hunter looks for in a candidate.
Seventy-nine per cent of HR directors in a UK survey expect to lose key employees in the first half of 2013, a Robert Half report says. Meanwhile, a US survey shows one-third of employed adults are willing to consider new jobs. Consider these steps to retain top talent.
Companies generally regarded as the world’s best have at least one thing in common: CEOs who are no stranger to their organisation. Hay Group research says the top 20 companies’ CEOs have averaged 25 years of service at their organisation.
Average pay has increased by nearly 10% in the past year for directors of public companies, according to an analysis by BDO USA. Board retainers and fees make up about three-fourths of directors’ total compensation. Directors make the most, on average, in the technology sector ($177,249).
Being prepared to learn might be the most important attribute an employee can bring to a new job. Sixty percent of managers and 44% of workers said the greatest challenge when starting a new job is learning new processes and procedures. Read here for tips that can make your transition smooth.
Managers who panic, play favourites and make inappropriate jokes not surprisingly undermine employee motivation and wellbeing, according to a new report by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. Just as damaging, the report says, are so-called “under-the-radar” managers, who do little to develop their direct reports.
Increasing demand for talent and a short supply of experienced, competent senior managers has led to dramatic rises in salaries for those leadership positions in emerging markets. Such increases may be one factor diminishing returns on investment in emerging markets.
Keshav Murugesh, group chief executive of business process outsourcing company WNS Group, shares insight on achieving sustainable business success. Among his tips: Get the right people, and put the customer at the centre of the business.
