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This Pharma Company Stays Innovative by Doing Two Things

Harvard Business

After extensive assessment, they settled on two initiatives: realigning incentives for employees and systematically introducing outside talent and practices. In a recent Gallup poll , the pharmaceutical industry was the most widely disliked private industry, ranking even lower than lawyers.

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Why (and How) HR Needs to Act More Like Marketing

Harvard Business

The competition for the best talent is fast and furious and, in many cases, that battleground is the social web. This year, I have been working on an in-depth evaluation of recruiting practices for a Fortune 500 company. Compete for talent the way companies compete for customers. Use influencer marketing to recruit.

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FTI Consulting Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

As an outgrowth of a multi-district pharmaceutical case, the firm formed its technology practice, specializing in e-discovery solutions and software. FTI’s Summer Internship program has met with great success for the company and is fast becoming their main source for full-time recruitment. FTI CONSULTING INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING.

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How Companies Can Ensure Maternity Leave Doesn’t Hurt Women’s Careers

Harvard Business

Diane’s experience represents the experience of so many talented women in our research on the return to work after parental leave. Our research suggests that many firms are failing to support female talent making this return and that women are often left feeling frustrated and disappointed by it. Takeaways for Organizations.

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Conversation with IMS Consulting Group

Tom Spencer

I recently had the chance to talk with Stephanie Green, Manager of Talent Acquisition for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at IMS Consulting Group. Tom: Does IMS Consulting Group use the case interview as part of its recruitment process? Steph: People tend to go to work in industry, for example a job in the pharmaceutical industry.

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How to Navigate a Digital Transformation

Harvard Business

For example, do you make and sell things, hire skilled employees and provide services, develop and new IP like software or pharmaceuticals, or build and manage digital networks, be they transactional, informational, or social? That includes identifying your current mix of assets and the business model that your asset portfolio creates.

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Innovation Should Be a Top Priority for Boards. So Why Isn’t It?

Harvard Business

Innovation ranks fifth, after more-conventional concerns such as attracting and retaining top talent and the regulatory environment. Director Recruitment and Skills. Recruiting directors with technological expertise is one avenue through which boards can boost their innovative capabilities.