New research shows Gen X business leaders are being promoted slower than their millennial and boomer counterparts. This Gen X talent looking to jump ship. This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. Much attention has been given to millennial employees over
Supply Chain Management can boost productivity – and alleviate issues – for companies as they scale. This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. Awhile ago, we blogged about how more Startups are looking to Supply Chain Management to boost their productivity as
Corporate social responsibility is no longer optional; it’s expected. Here are five trends that today’s business leaders need to be aware of. Highlights: 75% of millennials expect their employers to take a stand on social issues. In a polarized political climate, successful corporate social responsibility requires authenticity and open dialogue. Companies are increasingly measuring the
The intersection of leadership and social media is receiving growing attention. A leadership expert has identified 3 surprising ways social media can create more effective leaders. Highlights: Very few Fortune 500 CEOs are personally engaged in social media. Corporate leaders can get valuable unfiltered information through social media use and encourage a culture of free-flowing
A new LinkedIn post takes a refreshing look at achieving a work-life balance for working parents. The article has been shared all over social media begging the question: does your office need to know? The New York Times reported that more and more couples are choosing to have smaller families due to economic factors. Let’s
Here are 5 books for supply chain professionals to gain insights about the industry and leadership practices. Highlights: There’s no substitute for the in-depth analysis and explanation made possible by the long-format of a book. Leadership and professional growth means learning from the perspectives and insights of others. This year’s list includes works by Richard
In today’s job market, companies have to compete harder than ever before and candidates, realizing their position, have begun ghosting employers. Ghosting has never been in an issue in the professional setting until now. Highlights: According to a new report, more companies and recruiters are getting ghosted, with thousands of users on LinkedIn chiming in
Our most-viewed leadership posts from this year discuss the characteristics of effective leadership, point out industry trends, and provide resources for leadership growth. Our top leadership posts from 2018 examine what makes a good leader, as well as what makes a bad leader, and the ramifications of each. They also look at some executive thought
Infographics are a content powerhouse, but creating them isn’t always easy. These five tips will help you make the most of this format. Infographics can be one of the most effective content mediums. We know that digital natives, who make up the majority of B2B buyers today, prefer short-form, highly visual content. So infographics make
In today’s job market, candidates are in such high demand, companies are posting positions with little or no experience requirements. This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. On the Argentus blog, we’ve spent the past few months charting the strong job market and
In today’s rapidly evolving economy, embracing change is crucial for success. These 5 behaviors define supply chain leaders who are change-agile. They say the only constant in life is change. When it comes to leadership in the supply chain, the old adage certainly rings true. If the last few decades have been consistent in any
Bad leadership in procurement has the potential to sink a company’s reputation, making it difficult to hire at all levels below it. This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. Everyone knows that a bad hire can be really costly to a
