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𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐲𝐭𝐞𝐬 01: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬In today’s era, innovative solutions often emerge when organizations break down the traditional boundaries and explore talent intervention and collaboration beyond their own industry. One remarkable illustration of such adaptability emerged when McDonald's and Aldi Germany joined forces in March 2020.Due to the COVID-19, McDonald's faced the daunting prospect of job cuts due to restaurant closures and restricted working hours. Concurrently, Aldi Germany, a leading grocery chain, grappled with a talent shortage, driven by surging demand for its products.These two industry giants, operating in entirely different sectors, forged an innovative cross-industry partnership to address their respective challenges. McDonald's workers had the opportunity to voluntarily transition from the fast-food giant to Aldi's stores, operating under Aldi's employment conditions. Once restrictions are lifted, employees ‘quickly and unbureaucratically’ returned to their former employerThe outcome was a resounding win-win situation, with McDonald's preserving its human capital and Aldi effectively meeting customer demand.The McDonald's-Aldi partnership shines a spotlight on the immense potential of talent sharing programs between organizations, showcasing how they can reshape the employment landscape and drive mutually beneficial outcomes. As we appreciate this remarkable collaboration, it is important to reflect on the broader implications and the questions it raises:·Are Cross-Industry Collaborations the Future of Talent Management?·What Role Does Employee Choice Play in Talent Exchange Programs?·What Are the Limitations of Such Partnerships?Any thoughts?#talent #culture #hr #talentmanagement #talentandculturebytes #rkbytes

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I have been off this space for a while but back and better. Recently, I got interested in Human Resources, Learning and Development to be precise so I started the CIPD level 5 certification.I am currently working on ‘Evidence-based practice’. Interestingly, I bumped into this video. I think it’s a pastry brand that pitched the idea of selling one of the most popular snack in the African community in Aldi stores. Following what I gathered from the caption, they weren’t selected but were happy to get that opportunity. I am certain so many factors where considered to have arrived at that decision, especially the shelf life of the snack. However, I think some of these departmental stores should consider the reality caused by globalization. Recently, the UK has seen increased immigration, resulting in a more multicultural community. These ethnic groups now form a significant percentage of customers at major stores. I think these stores should consider incorporating multicultural products as this to allow variety for all their customers. Speaking from personal experience, I would appreciate seeing such changes in large stores. Smaller stores that sell multicultural home-grown products are successful and often set up near these larger stores. I believe research is needed to understand how people from diverse cultures would respond to these changes, enabling evidence-based decisions rather than sticking with the existing system.As I mentioned earlier, this is just my two cents, and I am open to suggestions. I am continuously learning from daily experiences.#reflection#humanresourcemanagement#globalization#learning

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#ALDIpower | Saving time with our One-Stop-Office - “A life with ALDI” 🙇 Being in the primetime of your life can be challenging – juggling a job with a family, remaining friendships and hobbies, all while trying to eat healthy and taking care of yourself. Fortunately, the ALDI Nord Group is an employer, where it is possible, to keep it all at balance. That’s what todays episode of “A life with ALDI” is all about. 💻 Daniel Laag, Business Projects Lead, knows this challenge of keeping it all aligned. Therefore, it suits him and his stage of life, that he is able to save valuable time at our ALDI Campus in Essen: “Working at our Campus is like going to a One-Stop-Shop, because it is a place, where I can combine multiple things. I work, eat healthy and delicious meals at the restaurant and workout in the fitness centre after I’m done for the day. This saves me a lot of time, so I can spend as much free time as possible with my family and my friends. Another benefit I love about working at ALDI: I’m given the chance to participate in leadership workshops and not only improve my health and my work-life-balance at the Campus, but also myself as a leader of a team.” 💙 We are happy to provide our Campus as a One-Stop-Shop for our #ALDIcrew and being able to make a work-like-balance also for people in a very busy stage of life, like for Daniel, possible. #digitalisation #career #family #campus #aldinord

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Training and Development Best Practices: Investing in Employee SkillsIn the competitive world of retail and hospitality, investing in employee skills is essential. Effective training and development programs boost employee performance, job satisfaction, and retention rates. Let’s explore some best practices for fostering growth through training and development. 🌟📚1. Continuous Learning Opportunities: Starbucks offers continuous learning from barista training to management courses, ensuring a knowledgeable and motivated workforce. 📖☕️2. Personalized Training Programs: Walmart tailors training programs to individual needs using data analytics, enhancing productivity. 📊🎯3. Mentorship Programs: Marriott's mentorship programs help new hires acclimate quickly, improving confidence and performance. 🤝🏨4. E-Learning Platforms: Hilton leverages e-learning platforms for flexible and accessible training, allowing employees to learn at their own pace. 💻📲5. Cross-Training: Target embraces cross-training, making the workforce more versatile and opening up career advancement opportunities. 🔄🏬6. Soft Skills Development: Ritz-Carlton focuses on customer service, communication, and teamwork training, essential for exceptional guest experiences. 🗣️✨7. Feedback and Evaluation: Nordstrom implements regular feedback and performance evaluations to ensure employees are on track and identify areas for development. 📋✅8. Leadership Development: Hyatt offers leadership programs to prepare employees for managerial roles, ensuring a strong leadership pipeline. 👩💼👨💼9. Incentives and Rewards: Zappos incentivizes training participation through rewards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 🏅🎁10. Collaboration and Team Building: IKEA promotes collaborative training sessions to build a cohesive and supportive work environment. 👫👭Industry Hiring POV: Investing in training not only improves performance but also attracts top talent. Robust training programs set your organization apart in the competitive job market.To know more about job opportunities in this domain, check the link in the comments section.#EmployeeTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #RetailTraining #HospitalityTraining #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerGrowth #ArbeitNexus

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So last week we visited theCIPD Festival of Work in London. We spoke to hundreds of amazing people professionals about reward and recognition, cost of living support and a whole bunch of other amazing things.We also let every visitor to our stand spin the wheel. Whether it was £5 or £50, we sent the prizes out asPrezzeesmart cards, giving the lucky winners the choice of redemption at hundreds of retailers.So this brings us to a really interesting question, justwhat do HR professionals like when it comes to a little treat?Well it turns out the list is varied, 37 different retailers have been chosen so far…Coming in atnumber 4with 2% of redemptions we haveJohn Lewis & Partners, because who doesn’t like John Lewis?Atnumber 3, it’sJust Eat Takeaway.com at 3%, no one wants to cook after 20k steps around ExCel for the day.Number 2isTescowith 7%, it’s just convenient, isn’t it?And theabsolute winner? (and in one of the most exhausting professions out there this shouldn’t be a surprise)Costa Coffeecoming in with 9%Special shoutout to the £50 winner choosingMiller & Carter-we like your style.

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Just attended an inspiring CIPS event on Supplier Diversity and Inclusion at Heineken Edinburgh yesterday, and I can't help but share some thoughts!Supplier diversity isn't just a box to tick—it's a smart business strategy. By working with diverse suppliers, we not only support a broader range of businesses but also bring fresh ideas and unique solutions to our operations. This diversity drives innovation, making us more adaptable and competitive in a constantly changing market.Similarly, workforce diversity is crucial. Different perspectives from various backgrounds foster creativity and innovation. When everyone feels included and valued, it creates a vibrant workplace where great ideas can thrive.A huge thank you to all the speakers. Your insights on supplier diversity and inclusion were truly inspiring. Let’s continue to champion diversity and inclusion, both in our supply chains and within our teams. It’s not just the right thing to do—it’s the smart thing to do for business growth and innovation!#CIPS #SupplierDiversity #Inclusion #Innovation #DiversityAndInclusion #SmartProcurement

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Great article on how Starbucks is "raising the bar" by providing industry leading benefits to its employees and setting the standard for the retail industry. The article echos many of the core themes we found in our own Workforce Trends Report and I've highlighted a few of the article's key themes and takeaways below:* Accruing vacation time earlier * Enhancing base bay, hourly rates and pay raises bolstered based on tenure * Barista Championship contest (i.e. employee recognition)* Career development through offering tuition reimbursement and unique certification and credentialing opportunities* Equity ownership through Bean stock grants and a new Siren credit card designed exclusively for Starbuck's employees (i.e. financial wellbeing)* Employee-centric work scheduling to best align with the unique needs and flexibility required by their workers

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Building a strong employer brand starts with knowing who you are. Coca-Cola Bottling Investments Group’s vision to 'refresh the world and make a difference' led to their EVP, 'Thrive with Coca-Cola,' which keeps employees engaged, as Melissa Dizon, Senior Talent & Development Manager at Gulf Coca-Cola Beverages (GCCB), shared at the #EmployerBrandingSummitAsia 2024.Coca-Cola Bottling Investments Group simplified their design and tweaked their EVP for each region. They focused on networking, upskilling, refreshing, and advocating. Genuine HR values and smart posting boost visibility and engagement.Check out the video below to see their journey and success.#EmployerBranding #ShapeYourStory

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Unilever is a British multinational consumer goods corporation based in London, England. It is one of the world's largest consumer goods corporations, with over 400 brands marketed in 190 countries. Unilever manufactures food, home care, personal care, and cosmetic products.While researching Unilever 's human resources department, I noticed that the corporation appreciates its employees and is constantly looking for ways to help and develop them. However, I believe these are some of the strategies they can use to recruit, retain, and develop personnel.•Personalized training programs are designed to meet the particular needs of employees. This can include skill-building courses, mentoring, and ongoing learning opportunities.•Establish established mentoring and coaching programs for employees to receive personalized guidance. This can be very valuable for developing leadership and management skills.•Feedback culture promotes an open and transparent feedback environment. Employees should feel free to express their thoughts and concerns, and they should receive constructive feedback regularly.•Diversity and inclusion can foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects people of all backgrounds.I believe that through using these techniques, Unilever will be able to establish a work environment that not only recruits but also develops and retains valuable individuals over time, enabling reciprocal and sustainable progress.#progress #humancapital #strategies #employees #skills #opportunities #leadership

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