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Workforce Agility: A Competitive Advantage for Mid-Sized Industrial Companies

Innovative companies are approaching their adaptation in different ways, largely centered on the competitive advantage that their size enables. So how should mid-sized companies compete?

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Unleashing the Hidden Gems

In this article, we will delve into the concept of competencies and competency science and explore how they play a pivotal role in unearthing untapped employee potential.

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Tackling Community Health at Work

For many organizations, the unplanned remote work experiment of 2020 accelerated the push for greater emphasis on employee well-being. Now, with the hybrid approach reigning triumphant in 2023, flexibility and work-life balance are among the top priorities for job seekers. Leaders must craft an effective hybrid strategy that promotes the integration of work, family, and community health and well-being.

Upskilling & Reskilling: Driving Your Employee ROI

Learning and development (L&D) has long been thought of as a low priority for most organizations. However, with the nature of work now being disrupted by technological innovation, changing employee expectations, new workforce models and regulations, leaders are now beginning to realize that L&D needs to be taken off the backburner— upskilling and reskilling are necessary for building a resilient workforce of tomorrow.

AI: Your Friend, Not Your Foe

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of work, and the field of human resources is no exception. With organizations increasingly turning to AI to screen resumes, assess candidates, and even make hiring decisions, understanding the capabilities of this technology will be necessary to gain a competitive advantage in the 21st century.

Competencies: Focusing on What You Know, Not Who You Know

In today's competitive job market, it's more important than ever to have the skills employers are looking for. However, what if your resume doesn't reflect all of your skills and abilities? That's where competencies come in.

Competency Science: The Answer to Quiet Quitting

Engaged employees are the key to organizational efficiency, but what happens when employees disengage? Here’s how a simple Competency Science-backed strategy can help you maximize your workforce buy-in.

Why Resumes Suck at Hiring Employees

For centuries, resumes have been the go-to method for evaluating a candidate’s previous professional experiences. However, in recent years, shifts in how we work (i.e.. remotely, hybrid, in-person) have changed which capabilities we need in our employees. What capabilities will your workforce need tomorrow and the day after that? Enter Claira: A workforce visibility tool that helps your organization stay ahead by dynamically mapping your team’s competencies and needs.

Workforce Agility: A Competitive Advantage for Mid-Sized Industrial Companies

Innovative companies are approaching their adaptation in different ways, largely centered on the competitive advantage that their size enables. So how should mid-sized companies compete?

Unleashing the Hidden Gems

In this article, we will delve into the concept of competencies and competency science and explore how they play a pivotal role in unearthing untapped employee potential.

Rage Applying: How to Avoid It

This blog discusses the concept of "rage applying" and provides managers with practical tips on how to prevent it by understanding a number of factors that can make a difference in their employee's day to day work life.

Tackling Community Health at Work

For many organizations, the unplanned remote work experiment of 2020 accelerated the push for greater emphasis on employee well-being. Now, with the hybrid approach reigning triumphant in 2023, flexibility and work-life balance are among the top priorities for job seekers. Leaders must craft an effective hybrid strategy that promotes the integration of work, family, and community health and well-being.

Competency Science: The Answer to Quiet Quitting

Engaged employees are the key to organizational efficiency, but what happens when employees disengage? Here’s how a simple Competency Science-backed strategy can help you maximize your workforce buy-in.

What to Look for in Your Employee Performance Software

Most companies recognize the value of a continuous and flexible performance management process. Choosing the correct employee performance software to bolster your organization’s efficiency, productivity, and overall employee retention rates is important, but knowing exactly what indicators to look for in your software makes the true difference.

Competencies: Focusing on What You Know, Not Who You Know

In today's competitive job market, it's more important than ever to have the skills employers are looking for. However, what if your resume doesn't reflect all of your skills and abilities? That's where competencies come in.

Competency Science 101

Managing your organization’s human capital is critical for success. That’s where digitized competencies come in.

How to Curate a Strong and Durable Culture: Flexibility is Key.

Research shows that workers base 70% of their decisions on emotional factors and only 30% on rational factors. How does that translate to building culture?

Introducing Change: Balancing Structure and Culture

Here’s how to curate a strong and durable culture. Hint: flexibility is key.

Veterans: The value of recruiting, developing, and retaining a mission-ready workforce

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, veterans account for 5.6% of the total labor force, which translates to an estimated 9 million Americans who have been cross-trained in multiple skills and have knowledge of varied tasks and responsibilities. Veterans’ competencies are a vital asset to the workforce—and their participation can translate into valuable assets for companies.

How to Remove Bias From Your Hiring Process

There are steps you can take to remove bias in your hiring process and increase diversity in the workplace. Removing bias diversifies your candidate pool with non-traditional backgrounds that may have otherwise been overlooked.

Workforce Agility: A Competitive Advantage for Mid-Sized Industrial Companies

Innovative companies are approaching their adaptation in different ways, largely centered on the competitive advantage that their size enables. So how should mid-sized companies compete?

Boom and Bust: Economy Proofing Your Workforce

Improving organizational efficiency and fixing broken systems in the workforce shouldn't be only left for uncertain times. These should be continuous efforts to ensure the long-term success of all businesses. Here's how to start economy proofing your organization.

Competency Science 101

Managing your organization’s human capital is critical for success. That’s where digitized competencies come in.

Claira Raises $3.5M to Optimize Human Capital

Claira, the competency analytics engine, today announced it has closed a $3.5M Seed round led by Heartland Ventures, with participation from Trend Forward Capital, Connetic Ventures, Invest Detroit Ventures, and Northern Michigan Angels.

Workforce Agility: A Competitive Advantage for Mid-Sized Industrial Companies

Innovative companies are approaching their adaptation in different ways, largely centered on the competitive advantage that their size enables. So how should mid-sized companies compete?

Tackling Community Health at Work

For many organizations, the unplanned remote work experiment of 2020 accelerated the push for greater emphasis on employee well-being. Now, with the hybrid approach reigning triumphant in 2023, flexibility and work-life balance are among the top priorities for job seekers. Leaders must craft an effective hybrid strategy that promotes the integration of work, family, and community health and well-being.

AI: Your Friend, Not Your Foe

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of work, and the field of human resources is no exception. With organizations increasingly turning to AI to screen resumes, assess candidates, and even make hiring decisions, understanding the capabilities of this technology will be necessary to gain a competitive advantage in the 21st century.

Competencies: Focusing on What You Know, Not Who You Know

In today's competitive job market, it's more important than ever to have the skills employers are looking for. However, what if your resume doesn't reflect all of your skills and abilities? That's where competencies come in.

Why Resumes Suck at Hiring Employees

For centuries, resumes have been the go-to method for evaluating a candidate’s previous professional experiences. However, in recent years, shifts in how we work (i.e.. remotely, hybrid, in-person) have changed which capabilities we need in our employees. What capabilities will your workforce need tomorrow and the day after that? Enter Claira: A workforce visibility tool that helps your organization stay ahead by dynamically mapping your team’s competencies and needs.

Boom and Bust: Economy Proofing Your Workforce

Improving organizational efficiency and fixing broken systems in the workforce shouldn't be only left for uncertain times. These should be continuous efforts to ensure the long-term success of all businesses. Here's how to start economy proofing your organization.

Katie In England

Katie Hall, founder and CEO of Claira, recently attended the Global Opportunity Summit in London. She shares her insights on the future of workforce development and how AI and machine learning can help level the playing field.

Bobby in Chicago

This blog introduces Bobby Padilla, a Senior Customer Success Manager at Claira, and highlights his passion for helping others and his role in workforce development. It discusses his recent attendance at the Future of Work conference in Chicago, emphasizing the impact of AI on the workforce.

Getting to Know Claira: Nick Stabile

Every week, we’ll take a few minutes to catch up with a Claira team member to help our readers and users get to know them better.

Getting to Know Claira: Joe Podnar

Every week, we’ll take a few minutes to catch up with a Claira team member to help our readers and users get to know them better.

Getting to Know Claira: Melody Alefteras

Every week, we’ll take a few minutes to catch up with a Claira team member to help our readers and users get to know them better.

Getting to Know Claira: Elan Kawesch

Every week, we’ll take a few minutes to catch up with a Claira team member to help our readers and users get to know them better.

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