Senior Leadership Kills Employer Brands by Playing It Safe
Employer branding is about standing out, not blending in. Yet senior leadership’s fear of being too bold often derails EVPs. Here’s how to break free from safe, stale narratives.
Opinion pieces and thought leadership from across the employer branding community. External voices, bold takes, and new ideas worth debating.
Employer branding goes beyond marketing—it's about shaping perception, building trust, & aligning culture with reality. An active practitioner shares insights on how a strong brand influences employee retention, attracts talent, and fosters workplace authenticity in today’s shifting business world.
Quiet quitting and nesting are reshaping modern company loyalty, with employees seeking purpose and balance over long-term commitment. This article explores the rise of trends like quiet quitting and how building a strong employer brand can help re-engage the workforce and foster loyalty.
Layoffs wreck more than just morale. They shine a harsh light on your employer brand’s weak spots. If you’re not rethinking your value proposition and your perception in the market post-layoffs, you might be next on the chopping block.
The remote work debate rages on, but a PwC study might shift perspectives. With 71% of employees feeling just as productive, or even more, remotely, the traditional office model could be dying. Is hybrid work set to become the new standard for boosting innovation, retention, and productivity?
Surprise layoffs at Dyson this week, but it wasn’t HR leading the charge. Finance professional Jevon Yang stepped up, offering real support to displaced employees. Is finance doing HR’s job? It’s time for HR to reassess its role in times of crisis.
Dyson and Samsung's recent layoffs in Singapore have sent further shockwaves through the tech industry, leaving a trail of damaged employer brands and shattered employee trust. As the dust settles, we examine the consequences on company reputations and their ability to attract talent in the future.
Companies are firing Gen Z employees at a record pace, claiming they lack key workplace skills. Is this generation truly unprepared, or are employers failing to adapt to their fresh perspectives? The employment landscape faces a critical divide.