Carilion Clinic’s Post

Was honored to speak at this Results for America event. The projects from the cities of Durham, Madison and Los Angeles to improve their ability to attract and retain talent were very impressive. Hope my presentation on becoming an employer of choice was helpful. Blair Corcoran de Castillo’s session on skills-based hiring was terrific. She provided compelling data on why government, in particular, needs to ditch degree requirements, where feasible, to expand applicant pools. In this way, government can hire talented people who are “Skilled Through Alternative Means (STARs). This approach can also help build diversity, as the majority of Black, Hispanic, rural and veteran workers are STARs. Blair’s organization, Opportunity@Work, is leading the way to help #publicsector organizations across the nation attract and retain the talent #government must have to deliver for the American public. I was also struck by how her message coincides with the The UKG Workforce Institute megatrends research, in which we propose that organizations must shift from buying, building, and borrowing to “mining” talent. This means identifying employees with hidden skills that can enable them to thrive in other positions. Eliminating degree requirements is a critical part of this strategy, which also applies to job seekers. Mining talent means enabling employees and job seekers to break through the paper ceiling, an important step to help government succeed in today’s intense competition for talent. Dr. Jarik Conrad Governing Partnership for Public Service Route Fifty ICMA - International City/County Management Association NASPE National League of Cities Linda Misegadis, CPP, CPM, CCM, IPMA-CP PSHRA Kelsey Berkowitz Lisa Juley

🌟 Check out the top story on this week's #BusinessBeat! 💼 Facing workforce shortages, Florida's top companies are getting creative to attract and keep talent. 🥇 Discover the 100 #Florida businesses that made this year’s 'Best Companies to Work For' list. https://bit.ly/3iYbu5W #FloridaBusiness #BestCompanies

Did you know? According to the recently published 2023 Northern Virginia Workforce Index, 54% of employers reported that filling job openings has been more difficult in the past 12 months than in the prior year. The report, conducted by the Northern Virginia Community College and the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce highlights the pressing need for skills development in the current job market. Let's strive to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity. Invest in skills development today for a promising tomorrow! 🔗 Explore: https://bit.ly/3HGAriP Dr. Ximena Hartsock, Marilyn Stemper, Jessica Murillo, Stephanie Baum, Yumi Choi, Chyna Keene, Jennifer Gannon, Keely O'Brien, Cecilia Lincolao, Lillian Speranza, Philip Minardi, Pete Kirschner, William L., Gerardo Camarena Gomez, Liam Rathke, Martin Sione, Robin Escobar, Luis Sarno, Blake Wood, Peter Svartz, Drew Shea, Stephen Wheadon, Walton Robinson, Elvin Webb #SkillsDevelopment #WorkforcePreparedness #FutureOfWork

In today's business landscape, uncertainty is a concern for many. However, the hiring outlook for 2025 and beyond remains strong. Competition for top talent will be fierce, so hiring leaders must prepare to adapt and stay ahead. 

Your community can attract and retain skilled workers with the right initiatives. Explore how we’re helping businesses succeed by nurturing talent and culture with the award-winning Industrial Workforce Program in Gallup, NM. https://lnkd.in/ebdmEirM

In 2023, a staggering 75% of US employers reported difficulty in finding necessary talent. Meanwhile, marginalized segments of the population continually face barriers to fulfilling work. BCG's latest research, in partnership with Cara Collective, showcases organizations that are driving change via fair chance hiring, skills-based hiring, and frontline worker support and advancement. Discover how these inclusive strategies can create a more equitable job market for millions across the US.

Of all the commentary we will see about #juneteenth today, the most important statements will take the form of action — including by employers who continue to work to close persistent disparities in employment and opportunity. At TalentFirst, we recognize that West Michigan can only succeed if everyone can thrive here. This recognition is the basis for our DE&I Toolkit, our DE&I Benchmark Survey, and our CEO Commitment. Our region still has work to do. But these strategic, practical actions provide a means to celebrate the freedom that Juneteenth represents, and to help make it meaningful for future generations. https://lnkd.in/ecqKaD_j

IT World Canada reports on Robert Half's new Demand For Skilled Talent Report, with insights from Nathan Wawruck exploring trends in hiring, job optimism, and in-demand skills and positions for technology professionals in today's labour market.

Attention association executives and professionals! Explore the latest insights in our article, "Workforces at the Crossroads: Thriving Associations in a Changing Professional World". Gain a crucial understanding of today's workforce challenges and how associations can provide tailored support. Read now: https://bit.ly/3KpKiuE

The 2023 American Opportunity Index (AOI) is now live! NationSwell is proud to once again support the Schultz Family Foundation, The Burning Glass Institute, and Harvard Business School’s ‘Managing the Future of Work Project’ on the American Opportunity Index — the only measure of employer quality to evaluate how well America’s largest companies invest in their human talent, driving both business performance and individual employee growth. This year’s ranking includes an expanded and more comprehensive view of how companies unlock opportunity for their workers, and was specifically designed to equip employers with new data to help them benchmark their success and flag areas for improvement. A big congratulations to NationSwell members who made the Index’s overall Top 100, including PNC, ServiceNow, Bank of America, Nordstrom, JPMorgan Chase & Co., PepsiCo, MetLife, Mastercard, Best Buy, Visa, Wayfair, Activision Blizzard, American Express, Comcast, Microsoft, Nike, Starbucks, Verizon, and Travelers. View the full Index here: https://lnkd.in/gMir6HtG