retention
Google works to retain nimble minds
Corporate sclerosis is a problem for all companies as they grow. But a hardening of the bureaucracy and a slower pace of work is even more perceptible in Silicon Valley, where companies grow at Internet speed and pride themselves on constant innovation — and where the most talented people are often those with the most entrepreneurial drive. Google is considering opening a start-up incubator inside the company. Full Article.
Continuing education for business owners and employees
Providing or subsidizing continuing education is a powerful employee recruitment and retention tool that has long been used by large corporations. Now, with the flexibility and availability of online MBA programs, small and midsize companies may want to consider continuing education programs for themselves or for key employees. Full interview.
LA to Concentrate on Retaining/Expanding Companies
Louisiana’s economic development head is shifting resources from the recruitment of out-of-state businesses to the retention of existing companies and helping them to expand. Full Article
How Companies Rebuild Competitive Advantage
2010 will indeed be a major rebuilding year for companies. Business results in this critical year will be predicated by an organization's approach to exec. talent management. Companies must also invest in executive talent development, assessment, and retention because they're just as critical to business performance. Full Article.
