Despite decades of diversity training inside organizations of all types and sizes, it’s clear that more still needs to be done to ensure true equality in the workplace. The recent #MeToo movement started millions of conversations and shed light on the unpleasant reality that a gender gap still exists in many workplaces and that it has a real impact on business success and employees’ lives. In our June 2018 Pearson […]
Featuring Kim Seeling Smith, founder and CEO, Ignite Global At the October 17 Pearson Partners HR Roundtable event, we were honored to welcome guest speaker Kim Seeling Smith, founder and CEO of Ignite Global and seasoned expert on employee engagement and productivity. Seeling Smith divides her time between the United States and Australia, and previously worked with our own Stephen Konstans earlier in their careers. We’re always seeking great speakers […]
Featuring Vishal Chander, Immigration Attorney, Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP Many changes and uncertainties face human resources executives regarding immigration issues. The previous administration issued rules modernizing, improving and clarifying visa programs, while the current administration, still in its infancy, brings unknowns for the future of immigration policy. In our February 2017 Pearson Partners HR Roundtable (a bimonthly series for senior corporate human resources executives in the North Texas area), Vishal […]
Having developed change management strategies for many Fortune 500 clients, Kirsten Jordan, a partner at PeopleResults, understands the value of a practical and tactical approach to complex organizational change initiatives. At the August 10 Pearson Partners HR Roundtable, a bimonthly series for senior corporate human resources executives in the North Texas area, Jordan discussed “Change Leadership in a Changing World.” She shared three important steps that change leaders can take […]
Organizations that build multicultural competencies can achieve better business results, according to Debjani Biswas, consultant, speaker and author. At the June 9 Pearson Partners HR Roundtable, a bimonthly series for senior corporate human resources executives in the North Texas area, Biswas talked about her personal career journey as a woman of Indian heritage who entered the male-dominated profession of engineering. Drawing on her knowledge and experiences, Biswas helped HR professionals […]
The Pearson Partners HR Roundtable series provides a forum for senior corporate human resources executives to discuss issues and trends in human resources and leadership development. At our April 21 luncheon, Nicole DiRocco, global executive coach, discussed driving profitability and cultural competence in culturally diverse global teams. Nicole discussed why diversity is good for business, what is needed for a company to be culturally competent and how we can increase our cultural […]
To be effective leaders in the global market, senior executives need to be prepared to cross all types of borders: geographic, vertical, horizontal and cultural. Without the right skill sets in the C-suite, organizations will find it difficult to collaborate and develop partnerships that advance their long-term vision and goals. Raymond McConnell, founder and director of JR Global Training/Sandler Training, delivered that message in his presentation, “How Effective Are Your […]
Make Waves: Be the One to Start Change at Work and in Life A June 4, 2014 DFW HR Roundtable Discussion Why is it so hard for us to start big or small changes in our teams, organizations or communities? Our thoughts get in our way, and we rely on the same steps that have worked for other situations. But, a true change—a wave—is different, says Patti Johnson, chief […]
The Impact of Behavior on Performance Everyone has certain behavior patterns, such as creativity, discipline, routine and motivation, and most of us have varying degrees to which those behaviors form our habits. Adrian Wood, co-founder of ShadowmatchUSA, led a discussion at a recent DFW HR Roundtable, hosted by Pearson Partners for senior corporate human resources executives in the North Texas area, on how different behavioral traits can affect performance in […]
Is it time to put an end to traditional performance management practices? Is there a better way for organizations to develop talent for the future? Kristi Erickson, a partner at PeopleResults, believes the answer to both those questions is “yes.” At a recent DFW HR Roundtable, hosted by Pearson Partners for senior corporate human resources executives in the North Texas area, Erickson led a discussion of why change is necessary. […]
