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Cost-Effective Talent Management Solutions for a Tough Economy

April 2009 Newsletter

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Group Outplacement: How It Can Cost You Nothing

For those who view outplacement—particularly group outplacement—as “high cost,” envision the possibility that using group outplacement services could return money and perhaps even cost the company nothing. This short case study showcases how OI Partners-Career Management Resources saved one company nearly $300,000 in outplacement services.
April 9, 2009 Whit Blakeley

Navigating the New Talent Management Landscape

In a down economy, even the most seasoned executives and savviest hiring managers are known to default to knee jerk, short-term cost-cutting measures, rather than long-term talent management strategies. Here are 5 ways your organization can capitalize on the unique opportunities that this economy has to offer.
April 9, 2009 Elizabeth Denney

Challenging the Leadership Bench in Tough Times

Organizations are faced with constant challenges ranging from job cuts to budget cuts to major changes in structure and delivery. One of the best things you can do to maintain the leadership pool in tough times is to use your company leaders above and beyond their current responsibilities. If the leadership pool is challenged with solving problems, especially with low or no budget, their training will continue.
April 9, 2009 Bryant Nielson

Role of HR in Navigating the Economic Downturn

In an economic downturn, many HR pros immediately ban all recruitment, cut down on every training activity and much more. Though this may be the most common approach, does that also mean it’s the most appropriate? Here are 10 tips for how HR can effectively respond in such times.
April 9, 2009 Ashok Grover

10 No-Cost Ways to Recognize Employees

One of the first places you will be asked to curtail expenses often affects the very people who keep your business going—employees. The manager who can balance the bottom line and effectively keep morale up will weather economic highs and lows well. Here are 10 no-cost ways to recognize employees.
April 9, 2009 Marjorie Treu