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I’m Simpson…Gregory F Simpson, Agent In Engagement.  Below is the latest briefing on employee engagement intelligence. Follow @agtinengagement to stay current with the latest updates.


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SPOTLIGHT ARTICLE

10 Gallup Reports to Share With Your Leaders in 2019

Gallup: “Gallup knows more about managers and the workplace than anyone else in the world. In 2018, Gallup experts studied everything from the gig economy to employee burnout to employer branding. What we discovered is transforming our clients’ workplaces and taking employers to the next level using a scientifically rigorous approach. Interested in tapping our expertise? Here are 10 highlights from Gallup’s workplace analytics team in 2018.”



A Big Turnaround In Management Thinking: New Leadership Competencies For VUCA

Forbes: “Here are the three big management trends I observed at the 10th annual [Global Peter Drucker Forum] GPDF, which I hope will inform and benefit leaders and management scholars around the globe.”


A Shift In Workplace Demographics: How Organizations Need To Adapt For The Aging Workforce

The Future Organization: “Today’s episode features Paul Irving, Chairman of the Milken Institute for the Future of Aging. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics there are around 8.9 million employees over the age of 65 in the US, a number that will continue to increase over the next few years. With advances in healthcare we are living longer and many employees are no longer able to retire in their 60s which means they are working loner. It is an increasingly important issue for organizations to pay attention to because attracting and retaining top talent doesn’t just mean focus on younger workers. Today’s topic centers on the aging workforce and what this means for our economy, our careers, and our lives. Find out Paul’s take on what will happen to organizations not paying attention to this trend, his advice to older workers, and how to start creating formal policies to take advantage of this shift in demographics.”


Top 18 People Analytics Articles of 2018: Great Power, Great Responsibility

Visier: “People analytics is proving to be too valuable to be ignored, and yet, organizations must also consider some key ethical and legal implications.  For our top pick of articles for 2018, we focus on two central themes: how people analytics can elevate the entire business, and what leaders must do to remain conscientious when harnessing its potential.”


How a Diverse Workforce Can Help Company Performance

Barron’s: “Here are some highlights from studies documenting a relationship between diversity and improved financial performance.”


5 Business New Year’s Resolutions For Leaders And How To Actually Keep Them

15Five: “So, this year we’re going to provide you with some ideas for strong business New Year’s resolutions as a first step. Then we’ll offer tips on how to keep them going despite the daily grind.”


The Most In-Demand Hard and Soft Skills of 2019

Linkedin Talent Blog: “Using a LinkedIn data, we were able to identify both the soft and hard skills companies are working hardest to fill right now. But before we dive into the results, let’s recap the meaning of hard skills vs soft skills.”


13 Statistics That Reveal the Shocking Price of Employee Turnover – and How to Combat It

Quantum Workplace: “We teamed up with the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness (CMOE) to identify 13 statistics that shine a light on the true financial burdens turnover causes.”


10 leadership books to watch for in 2019

The Washington Post: “Need some motivation to kick off the new year at work by reading about how other inspiring leaders have shaped their careers or led complex teams? We have some ideas. Below, 10 books to consider for your reading list in 2019.”


Warby Parker built a 1,400-employee company by focusing on team culture

Jilt: “Quickly growing a team is every bit as difficult as quickly growing your product and distribution, especially if you want to foster an engaged team with a culture of shared values.” “To that end, cofounders Neil Blumenthal and David Gilboa developed a training and onboarding system that educates and also fosters strong interpersonal relationships. They put an emphasis on creating a culture that encourages direct, honest, and open conversations, which led to a company-wide focus on strong communication and employee engagement.”



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