Issue #31
Date: July 1, 2009

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» Why Companies Should Treat Their Human Capital as Financial Captial

Why Companies Should Treat Their Human Capital as Financial Captial

Within the span of three decades, America's workforce has witnessed a phenomenal transition of power between employers and employees. Prior to the introduction of technology being a primary facet of everyday life and globalization posing as a threat to employment, employers and employees tacitly engaged in a loyalty contract. Essentially this loyalty contract was founded under the assumption that the employer would provide an employee a career with the security of benefits, steady pay, and some sort of pension plan. In return, the employee would remain with the company for the lifetime of their career. Loyalty contracts were common practice in many organizations and were effective. They were not faced with the problems that many companies see today, such as talent shortages, retention issues, etc.

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The RSI Executive Search Firm News Center Articles area helps keep you apprised of developments, news and events in your Industry. The RSI Articles area also features "Career Corner," a series focused on Candidate / Job Seeker topics, and "Management Matters," an article series focused on Employer / Management issues.

Industry Articles:
Food and Beverage Industry Support Limits on Junk Food Sales in Schools
July 1st, 2009

America’s battle with obesity is prompting Washington’s involvement in looking for solutions to reduce obesity rates, particularly in children. Critics fault vending machines and the unhealthy food choices they often carry as a component in rising childhood obesity cases. Additionally, school nutrition programs are being scrutinized and revamped in an effort to provide more nutritious and healthy food choices for children.

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Career Corner:
Surviving the Interview Process
July 1st, 2009

As hiring authorities realize they can afford to be more and more picky in their choice of new employees, the hiring process has slowly turned into an obstacle course. Candidates are being asked to complete tasks, answer questions, and take tests in order for employers to evaluate their candidacy. Candidates that meet the job requirements on paper still may not have enough specialty experience as their competition. With the vast amount of applicants available, hiring authorities can hold out for a “rock star” candidate that will not only meet specific job criteria, but most likely have a background above and beyond what they are looking for.

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Management Matters:
Tips on How to Effectively Lead a Multigenerational Workforce
July 1st, 2009

Over the past two years we have been inundated with reports on how the workplace is filled with four different generations for the first time in history. While these reports and their findings are valuable, as a leader it is important to know what you can do to ensure that your workplace is functioning at its highest, even with generational differences. A recent article on GoliathJobs.com featured a best practices article for “Managing the Aging Workforce.”

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