The Talent You Need for Crisis Leadership

No matter how smoothly an organization usually runs, there will inevitably be bumps in the road. When those little speed bumps turn into a full-blown crisis, having the right HR executive leadership in place is critical for turning things around. So, what does crisis leadership mean for the HR team in today’s business world?   […]

Looking into the HR Crystal Ball: 2022 Predictions from Blue Rock Search

Over the last two years, HR leaders have faced more challenges than anyone could have ever anticipated. Being a CHRO or Head of Talent is incredibly difficult right now. In fact, during the week of December 25, 2021, weekly jobless claims came close to hitting a 52-year low, according to a CNBC report.   Meanwhile, […]

New Report: The Incentives That Might Bring America’s Workers Back to the Office

In a new report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, hiring bonuses and similar incentives top the list of things that could attract workers to fill currently-empty jobs. The survey polled over 500 Americans who lost jobs during the pandemic and have not yet returned to full-time work and revealed that the top incentives are […]

Promoting Mental Health in the Workplace

Any employee is susceptible to mental illness, and it costs organizations billions of dollars every year from absenteeism and reduced productivity. Human resource professionals can be a strong line of defense in preventing mental health and substance abuse issues in the workplace. Here are some proven strategies for promoting mental health in the workplace. Form […]

Create a Culture of Engagement

Employee engagement can improve both the employee experience and customer experience by improving motivation. When employees are engaged, teams perform better, profitability increases, and retention goes up. These tips can help your organization develop a culture of engagement. Focus on Career Development The more employees feel like they’re learning and progressing in their careers, the […]

Looking into the HR Crystal Ball: 2021 Predictions from Blue Rock Search

Human Resource leaders occupy a unique role. Our job is to look at people, not just in one department, but across an entire organization. Seeing both reality and possibilities, we help company leaders (and fellow employees) chart the best path through the rocky landscape of change. As you plan your steps for 2021, here are […]