Breaking the Cycle: Talent Management in the New Normal

The world of work has changed. Have you?In the wake of a global pandemic, the traditional "command and control" management style is dead. Across the globe, businesses are reeling from a triple threat: The Great Resignation, the silent rebellion of Quiet Quitting, and, particularly in developing economies like Nigeria, the devastating brain drain known as the Japa Syndrome. How do you keep your best people when the "green pastures" of the developed world are only a click away?In Breaking the Cycle, seasoned experts Habiba Balogun and Bruce Prins unravel the talent puzzle.
This isn't just another human resources manual; it is a strategic blueprint for building a resilient, high-performing organization that people want to belong to. Inside, you will discover: The CLARITI Framework, which is a definitive guide to turning market volatility and anxiety into organizational agility and trust. Beyond the Paycheck, on why 70% of Gen Z would prioritize meaningful work over a higher salary, and how to give it to them.
Agile Recognition and Rewards, and how to move from outdated annual reviews to "just-in-time" feedback loops that ignite motivation. Combating the Japa Syndrome, with practical steps to foster the "Duro" (stay) tribe by aligning personal values with corporate missions. Heart-Based Leadership, through Lessons from global giants like Cisco, Salesforce, and Hilton on putting people first during a crisis.
Whether you are a CEO looking for a competitive edge or an HR professional struggling with high turnover, Breaking the Cycle provides the tools to move from a "supplier's market" for talent to becoming a talent magnet. Stop the talent drain. Start the evolution.