Workforce Development News – February 21, 2017

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American Workplace Changing at a Dizzying Pace

“Organizations must reconsider how they manage their workforces. Employees are pushing companies to break down long-established structures. Organizations are not giving employees compelling reasons to stay.”
http://www.gallup.com/businessjournal/203957/american-workplace-changing-dizzying-pace.aspx

Being Engaged at Work Is Not the Same as Being Productive

You need to create a culture of both engagement and productivity.
https://hbr.org/2017/02/being-engaged-at-work-is-not-the-same-as-being-productive

Disrupting the Hiring Process

“Why is there a ‘talent shortage’ when millions of Americans are looking for good jobs? It’s time to change how companies hire.”
http://www.gallup.com/businessjournal/203960/disrupting-hiring-process.aspx

How to Write the Perfect Interview Thank-You Email

“A thank-you email after an interview is a reflection of your soft skills: your comfort with expressing gratitude, your willingness to follow through, and your ability to strike a professional and personal chord at work.”
https://www.helpscout.net/blog/interview-thank-you-email/

Brand Yourself for Career Stability

“Answer the right questions to define your skills and interests.”
http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/articles/2017-02-15/brand-yourself-for-career-stability

How to Write a Dazzling LinkedIn Summary

“You are neglecting a golden opportunity to tell your personal brand story.”
http://executiveresumebranding.com/how-to-write-a-dazzling-linkedin-summary/

This Is What Recruiters Look For On Your LinkedIn Profile

“What catches their eye—or pass you by? You might be surprised.”
https://www.fastcompany.com/3067594/hit-the-ground-running/this-is-what-recruiters-look-for-on-your-linkedin-profile

What to Do if Recruiters Don’t Have Time to Read Your Cover Letter

“Here are four alternative ways to stand out.”
http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/articles/2017-02-14/what-to-do-if-recruiters-dont-have-time-to-read-your-cover-letter

When Was the Last Time You Took On a New Challenge?

“Tackling something hard has benefits.”
https://hbr.org/2017/02/when-was-the-last-time-you-took-on-a-new-challenge

The 2017 Underwater Photographer of the Year Contest

Beautiful and amazing photography including dancing octopus, lionfish, whale, wrecks, orcas, clownfish, seal, and green turtles.
https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2017/02/the-2017-underwater-photographer-of-the-year-contest/516651/

“You can’t be that kid standing at the top of the waterslide, overthinking it. You have to go down the chute.” – Tina Fey

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