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Organizing Syrian Refugees

CEO Blog

We have 8 teams which is a good number for span of control. Education (everything from English skills, schooling to job training), Adjustment, Housing, Transportation and Finance. 3 - Director of Education/Training. And this team looks at job satisfaction to ensure long term successful employment.

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The Big Disconnect in Your Talent Strategy and How to Fix It

Harvard Business Review

HR systems emphasize long-term relationships and high performance, with big investments in selection and development, amortized over a long career. Educate leaders on how and why to optimize a blended workforce. Procurement typically owns your “resource planning system” for contract workers.

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How to Transform a Traditional Giant into a Digital One

Harvard Business Review

Balancing the short-term and long-term is a dynamic leadership challenge. Change the mindset from “span of control” to “speed and collaboration.” Tom Watson, Jr. spent an enormous amount of time at MIT, the Silicon Valley of his day. ” 6. .” Cut layers.