Recent research has shown that work and mental health are deeply interconnected. According to a study by the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health problems are the leading cause of disability worldwide, and work-related stress is one of the main contributors. It's not only the...
As companies seek to expand their operations globally, the role of middle managers has become increasingly important. Global mobility professionals and HR management recognize their role in shining a light on middle managers who play a critical role in driving business success as much as...
As the modern workforce evolves, the issue of employee burnout is becoming increasingly prevalent. In fact, a 2021 report by the World Health Organization declared burnout as an official medical diagnosis. To address this growing concern, companies are turning to technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI),...
The world of work is rapidly changing, with the rise of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) transforming the way we work. To better understand this evolving landscape, the World Economic Forum (WEF), Deloitte, and McKinsey have all produced studies on the future of work. While...
The tech sector has been hit hard by layoffs in the past few months, causing economic uncertainty for thousands of workers. Mark Stelzner of HR Executive says it's time to view HR and global mobility specialists as strategic partners who work closely with business leaders...
There is more to employee marketing than spreading the word that you’re a good global mobility specialist or recruiter to possible new hires. Employee marketing and a customer-centric relationship with global talents are key to their engagement at work. Engagement makes them feel valued and appreciated...
How do you manage compensation -- and employee morale -- in a recession? This is probably one of the questions that are keeping both CEOs and global mobility professionals awake at night. The writing does seem to be on the wall, and it appears that...
What is the best yardstick for a company’s success -- Inside-Out or Outside-In approach? Scriptura Engage puts it this way: Inside-Out organizations banks on systems and processes with the company in mind, while the Outside-In mindset sees prioritizing the customer's perspective as the path to...
As the business cycle turns, with news of layoffs, restructurings, and all-hands-on-deck strategy shifts dominating headlines, it's clear that financial turbulence is a reality for businesses across industries. And while seasoned leaders may find these developments energizing, for teams and their leaders, they can be...
Have companies normalized layoffs based on their method of announcing it: email? The practice is downright cold, if seemingly efficient. Some HR managers and global mobility specialists trace it to the COVID-19 lockdowns, when employers had no choice but to announce terminations in a conference...