Author: Joe Salvucci Jr. Anywhere from 60 to 70% of mergers and acquisitions fail to meet their stated goals. This is despite extra scrutiny of financials, operations, and legal frameworks. So why the large failure rate? One potential explanation is often overlooked during the M&A process: cultural misalignment. Failure to account for cultural misalignment before, […]
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When a job position opens or a new contract rapidly scales demand, staffing solutions offer no-frills support for filling vacancies fast. Top-performing firms closely collaborate with your business to establish skills requirements and cultural needs—but at the end of the day, the strategic decisions fall on your plate. Staffing remains a valuable solution. However, the […]
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Mastering workforce economics has never been more nuanced. Faced with shifting labor dynamics and increasing pressure for financial precision, executives are faced with complex trade-offs. For instance: When is retaining seasoned talent more justified than hiring cost-effective recent grads? When is building an internal team a smarter investment than outsourcing? How can workforce costs be […]
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Chess masters study the entire board, calculating moves and countermoves well before pieces shift positions. The best talent strategists approach workforce planning with equal precision—seeing opportunities others miss and positioning their organizations to capture key advantages. According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025, organizations expect 39% of workers’ core skills to […]
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Championship-winning basketball teams don’t just rely on their starting five—they build deep benches of skilled players ready to sub in and seize crucial moments on a dime. Star players need rest, injuries happen unexpectedly, and different matchups require different strengths. That’s why smart coaches plan ahead, developing talent at every position. Industry-leading organizations face similar […]
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