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Hire Smarter, Promote Faster
Unlock internal talent, stop manager burnout, and build teams by mindset—not resumes.
In today's Biz Pulse, gain insight into how:
Prioritizing internal hiring can solve staffing challenges, boost retention, and unlock your team's hidden potential.
Supporting managers' mental health and providing proper training can ease leadership burnout amid expanding responsibilities and global stressors.
Hiring based on mindset over resumes leads to flexible, high-performing teams and a thriving workplace culture.
Each of these articles is penned by members of Forbes Business Council, successful business owners shaping the future of business.
Let’s dive in!
Talent Troubles? Your Next Star Might Already Work for You
Facing hiring hurdles amid today's competitive market? Your ideal candidate could already be inside your organization. Leveraging internal mobility can enhance morale, strengthen retention, and unlock hidden talent within your existing workforce.
Here’s how to perfect your internal hiring game:
🔍 Spot Your Stars Internally
Performance Reviews: Systematic assessments pinpoint high-potential employees.
Manager Feedback: Gather recommendations from team leaders for hidden gems.
🚀 Build an Internal Growth Culture
Continuous Learning: Implement training, mentoring, and cross-training programs.
Leadership Advocacy: Managers should champion employees stepping into new roles, increasing organizational engagement and leadership quality.
⚠️ Avoiding Internal Hiring Pitfalls
Equip employees with needed resources (training, coaching, oversight) for smooth transitions.
Maintain transparent communication to minimize disruptions and team friction when roles shift internally.

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Managers in Crisis: Why Today's Leaders Need More Than Just Skills
Today's workplace is feeling the strain of global political turmoil and uncertainty. 71% of U.S. employees say these tensions hurt workplace culture, while 74% see them increasing burnout.
Managers, in particular, are feeling the heat, as their roles expand into supporting mental health and emotional well-being, tasks they're often untrained for.
Here's why leadership is harder—and how to support leaders through change:
📈 Expanded Responsibilities
Global Pressures: 96% of employees closely follow political and economic headlines, amplifying stress at work.
Emotional Labor: Managers now must balance empathy, mental health advocacy, culture-building, and consistent performance.
🚨 Emerging Leadership Crisis
Many talented employees avoid leadership positions due to burnout, complexity, and inadequate support.
Organizations must redefine leadership development, prioritizing emotional intelligence, mental health tools, and adaptability training.
🧠 Mental Health is Essential:
Only 23% of managers feel ready to tackle their employees' mental health challenges. Formal training is necessary, and companies like Goldman Sachs are already leading the way.
Shift mental health support from crisis intervention toward an integrated, proactive workplace culture, making wellness a natural part of daily work.
Want a High-Performing Team? Hire for Mindset, Not Just Resumes
Impressive resumes don't always translate into stellar team performance. The key? Prioritize candidates' mindsets, learning agility, and adaptability, not just past experience. Building effective teams requires structured hiring practices and cultures that truly support growth.
Here's how to shift your hiring mindset and build an unbeatable team:
🎯 Rethink Your Hiring Approach
Define Ideal Traits: Use methodologies (like Belbin team roles) to identify the skills, traits, and personalities best suited for your organization.
Practical Assessments: Introduce real-world problem-solving tasks in interviews to gauge candidates’ compatibility with your values and expectations.
🌱 Establish a Growth-Focused Culture
Continuous Learning: Offer structured and accessible education opportunities like remote learning platforms, personalized courses, clear milestones, and assigned mentors to aid seamless employee development.
Employee Support: Enable regular HR check-ins to understand team needs better, fostering well-being and retention.
🔑 Why Mindset Wins Over Resume
Adaptability Matters: Long-term value comes from employees who can learn, pivot, and grow, not just fit perfectly into today's roles.
Team Alignment: Focus on candidates whose values and mindset align with your company's culture.
Wrapping Up
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