Beitrag von Mario Konzack

📚 Continuing our deep dive into "International Professionals for the DACH Region" 🌍 Today's focus: "Just treat everyone the same" - the biggest myth in onboarding international talent? ⏳ While 90% of employees have just 90 days to prove themselves in a new role, 🌐 international professionals face a unique double challenge: mastering their job while navigating life in a new country. 📊 The research is clear: Structured onboarding makes a difference. A Texas Instruments study showed comprehensive onboarding made employees productive TWO MONTHS faster than traditional brief orientation. Even more striking: At Corning Glass Works, employees who underwent structured orientation programs were 69% more likely to stay with the company for three years. 📈 📖 Building on this evidence, our new book, International Professionals for the DACH Region, offers five critical insights into the value and impact of structured onboarding programs.   💼 The Double Challenge: International professionals aren't just learning a new job - they're simultaneously adapting to a new country, often navigating complex administrative tasks in a foreign language. ⚖️ The Four C's Framework: Our research reveals that successful international onboarding requires balancing four critical elements: Compliance (regulations), Clarity (expectations), Culture (values), and Connection (relationships) - with Connection being the priority for international talent. 🌏 Cultural Communication: Some international employees might not ask questions to "save face," while direct feedback could be inappropriate in some cultures. One size definitely doesn't fit all. 🗣️ Language Matters: While English might work for daily tasks, understanding company culture requires grasping the subtle nuances that only come with local language proficiency. 🤝 Strategic Mentoring: The most successful international onboarding programs pair new hires with mentors at the same hierarchical level, supporting both professional AND social integration.   📉 Our latest book reveals that only 12% of new hires are satisfied with their onboarding experience - and the numbers are even more concerning for international talent. 💬 Want to learn how leading DACH companies are reimagining onboarding for a global workforce? Let's connect and discuss!   #InternationalHR #Onboarding #TalentManagement #DACH #GlobalMobility #HR Zeina M.

When employees feel a purpose at work, they try new things, engage in deeper learning, and make surprising contributions.

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Many of the cultural norms of the workplace are rooted much farther back in history than we may think—which means that many of them are due for an update! When you leave space in your perspective for the reevaluation and questioning of accepted norms, you create opportunities for growth and change within your organization. For instance, why do we categorize human skills as “soft” skills and relegate them to the sidelines? Watch this video to find out where this outdated (and unhelpful) perspective originated. 

Money talks, but culture speaks louder. Here are 4 ways to build a motivating work environment: 1. Encourage open communication: • Encourage feedback • Hold regular team meetings • Implement an open-door policy 2. Recognize and reward achievements • Celebrate both big wins and small victories. • Make recognition a part of daily operations. 3. Provide growth opportunities: • Invest in their skills, they'll invest in you. • Support employee career advancement. • Trust your team to lead their projects. 4. Create a positive work-life balance: • Offer flexible working hours when possible. • Respect personal time and encourage breaks. • Build a culture where people truly care. Remember: A thriving culture breeds success. Invest in your people, not just your profits. The returns will speak for themselves. Written by Julia Danyal

What drives employees to perform their best? We asked over 1,000 workers worldwide to find out! 🌍 As workplace norms shift and economic pressures rise, companies are rethinking performance management. Dive into our key findings on what truly matters to employees and the top areas for improvement. https://mck.co/46TSDBo #Talent

Creativity is one of the most important workplace skills. But why do so many employees struggle to create and innovate? 🤨 According to the World Economic Forum, over 70% of companies consider creative thinking the most crucial skill for the future of work. Yet, many people don’t feel comfortable expressing their creativity. Here’s how you can create a culture where creativity and innovation thrive: 🤝 Foster psychological safety within your team 🔭 Give people the freedom to experiment and learn 🙌 Grant autonomy and empower people to tap into their creativity 💡 Discover how you can close the creativity gap in Doug Kirkpatrick’s blog post ➡️ https://lnkd.in/edKM_xxk #Creativity #Skills #CorporateRebels #WorkCulture #HR

Recognition is the key to talent retention, engagement, and belonging. However, "meaningful recognition" implies different things to people. It's not a one-size-fits-all. To make recognition and rewards meaningful for your employees, you must first understand what they want. There are countless ways to show your team members that they matter, celebrate small and big wins, promote wellness, and offer rewards that are actual memorable experiences. Here are some highlights: ✨ Ask employees how they'd like to be recognized. 🎁 Combine recognition with rewards they genuinely value. 💻 Offer home office stipends or flexible schedules. 🏆 Use creativity to launch fun awards and activities. 📈 Invest in professional growth through learning budgets or mentorship programs. 💡 Do you want to dive deeper into innovative and effective strategies? Join Achievers' on-demand webinar "How to Get Employee Rewards Right."  Watch Now 👇 🔗 https://bit.ly/3CTHaa5 #EmployeeRecognition #EmployeeEngagement #WorkplaceCulture #HRInnovation #TeamAppreciation