As more companies embrace a “bossless” culture (i.e. eliminating middle management roles in pursuit of agility and efficiency) and turn to AI to fill the resulting gaps, it’s crucial not to overlook the enduring value of human leadership. Managers, though often stretched thin and under-recognized, […]
Organizational culture, according to this recent article from Rolling Stone, is the most important factor for new college graduates when choosing an employer, ranking higher than salary for Gen Z professionals focused on well-being and finding value alignment. This means that young professionals should […]
Effective onboarding and offboarding processes are crucial for fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring employee success throughout their tenure. Companies often miss the mark, with many new hires feeling unprepared and unsupported, leading to disengagement and turnover. By prioritizing psychological safety, early inclusion, and […]
In this piece for Fast Company written by LinkedIn’s vice president for Global Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Rosanna Durruthy, she shares results from a survey of over 2,000 Black professionals about challenges in the workplace conducted by LinkedIn. Learn about the importance and significance […]
Equity in the workplace is still, well, a work in progress. With only 23% of U.S. senior leadership business roles being filled by women, organizations are grappling with how to develop new leaders. In this piece from Gallup, they suggest that women need more […]
Now more than ever before, employees are expecting their employers to prioritize and support their personal and professional well-being. In this article from Forbes, learn more about how mentoring relationships in the workplace contribute to positive outcomes for working professionals, including improved well-being, support […]
In Deloitte’s annual report on issues facing women and organizations, read their findings on gender pay and leadership equity, company culture and how it impacts women workers, the effects of hybrid work, and more. “Now in its fourth year, Deloitte’s Women @ Work: A […]
We know that technology can be both a wonderful tool and something that drains our time and attention at work. So what might it look like to promote a work environment that fosters digital well-being for employees? In this article from Deloitte Insights, learn […]
According to this piece from Hired.com, “The statistics speak for themselves: diversity is key to business success. But how many companies treat DEI initiatives as a true organizational imperative?” In this article, three HR talent leaders share how their companies attract underrepresented candidates, nurture […]
Written by Nina Banks (’23), Fellow in the Office of Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University My diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) journey formally started when I entered college. As I reflect on my growth, one challenge I experienced stands out the […]