What Worries CEOs Now?

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Pat Galagan

IBM's CEO Sam Palmisano sets the context this way: "In a very short time, we've become aware of global climate change; of the geopolitical issues surrounding energy and water supplies; of the vulnerabilities of supply chains for food, medicine, and even talent; and of s... More »

A World of Professional Development Potential

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Aparna Nancherla

"Have job, but will relocate" appears to be the mantra for the current crop of business leaders, whose eyes are trained on long-term success. Eighty-two percent of senior leaders around the world are willing to move to a different region, state, or country for their nex... More »

Defection Alert!

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Pat Galagan

The war for talent may be taking a ceasefire during the recession, but it is possible that many employees will jump ship as soon as the economy turns and companies begin to hire again. A survey by the Swiss outsourcing firm Adecco found that more than half (54 percent) ... More »

Trust Fall

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Pat Galagan

"How do I know you're who you say you are?" That's a question many investors are asking their money managers in the wake of the unraveling of Bernie Madoff's $65 billion Ponzi scheme. But it's also a question many employees are asking about their bosses. Misdeeds by lea... More »

Recruitment and Retention Across Continents

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Lauren Forgacs

Learning departments in many regions of the globe are facing staff cuts and shrinking budgets. To keep learning relevant, learning professionals are rethinking training strategies to help improve the bottom line. In some nations, such as China, companies were caught unp... More »