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Workforce Development News – February 21, 2017
A weekly collection of interesting, insightful, and innovative articles on workforce development, employment and training, business performance improvement, leadership, higher education, and the economy.
The Workforce Solutions Group of St. Louis Community College leverages education for growth in the knowledge economy by offering programs and services designed to advance people, businesses and communities. We are located at the Corporate College, a state of the art facility solely dedicated to corporate education and professional development.
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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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