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What People Analytics Can’t Capture

Harvard Business Review

That encounter came to mind as I read TIME’s recent cover story on the latest fad in human resources, using big data analytics and personality test scores to predict who is best for a given job – so-called “XQ.” A threshold skill means everyone must meet this criterion just to be considered for a job.

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Revive Your Reputation—Avoid These Common Hiring Mistakes

HR Digest

How to Prevent This Hiring Errors When looking for potential candidates, companies need to review the skill sets necessary for the role and search for applicants with those particular abilities rather than stress on those with multiple years of experience. This also causes problems later down the line.

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An Insider’s Account of the Yahoo-Alibaba Deal

Harvard Business Review

In November 2003, after due diligence, we announced our agreement to purchase 3721 for $120 million. Only legal, finance, and human resources still reported back to headquarters. search engine company Inktomi in 2002. Those issues slowed us down on the product side as well. Although he didn’t have a U.S.

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How to Ask for the Job Title You Deserve

Harvard Business Review

“Think of it as an opportunity to customize the role more to your skills and interests.” ” For instance, if you ask for the title of “Chief Motivational Officer,” your business card might spell out that you’re also “EVP, Human Resource Planning.” ” Do your homework.

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