Archive - November 2023

By Paul DiMarco, APTD, Vice President of Organizational Development, VGM Group In the realm of human capabilities, two distinct yet interconnected concepts have dominated discussions and debates for decades: IQ (intellectual quotient) and EQ (emotional intelligence). These two forms of intelligence are often pitted against each other, with proponents of each championing their own as the superior measure of human potential. While both IQ and EQ hold their own significance, the modern landscape...

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By Brooke Kraft, Director of Talent Acquisition, VGM Group  Have you ever sat with a group of people and realized you all have adopted the same way of speaking, the same style, and the same hobbies? I know I have. As humans, we love similarities. Finding like-minded people is believed to make it easier to get along, yielding fewer disagreements and conflicts. This “likeness” can be a key to providing a much-needed sense of belonging and acceptance within a social group. However,...

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By Jim Greatorex, VP, VGM Live at Home I am writing this month’s note after a successful and energizing VGM Live at Home Building Opportunities Summit. Our attendance was 39% higher than last year, and altogether with vendors, we had 155 people in attendance! That shows that our industry is on an upward trend, and the need and desire to meet as a group is increasing as the industry continues to evolve. San Antonio provided a great setting for the group,...

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By Miriam Lieber, President, Lieber Consulting  I remember the days when technical HME skills were the primary qualities we looked for when hiring staff. “Who has Mrs. Smith’s file?” was the most readily asked question back then. I can still picture the reports printed on a dot matrix printer with green bar paper.

Today, technology has replaced most of these steps. Paperless offices are a reality. With all the latest technology, including artificial...

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By  Bailey Ronnebaum, Business Development Manager, Forbin and forbinfi Recruiting and retaining a younger generation of employees is a critical challenge for organizations seeking to stay competitive and innovative in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. To effectively attract and keep young talent, you will want to show your organization values their unique needs, aspirations, and contributions. According to LinkedIn Learning’s 2023 Workplace Learning Report, 93%...

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By Raquel Ita, Fulfillment Director of People and Culture, VGM Human Capital  In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, remote work and diverse teams have become the norm. As business leaders, cultivating a strong and vibrant organizational culture across remote and diverse teams is essential for driving success and employee engagement. In this comprehensive article, we’ll explore five key strategies to maintain a robust culture that transcends physical boundaries and fosters...

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