employee retention

It makes sense and a number of organizations are observing it.

Retained search for HR executives is up as CEO's and Boards take closer looks at the issues generated by the recession and try to figure out how to wrestle with them.

Jobs are still getting filled in spite of the alarmist headlines.

So first time unemployment claims go up for a week. What doesn't get reported is that the four-month rolling average shows a decline in claims.

A strategic move today for some companies that are anticipating more aggressive business levels as the recovery progresses is proactive use of mentoring programs to enhance the development of current talent and enrich jobs.