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Digital Transformation: The new war for talent
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Attracting and retaining the best talent to your company are the most important and the most difficult challenges on the path to achieving true digital transformation.
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Alexandre Carrera Lejeune
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Breakthrough technologies, including “socially aware” artificial intelligence and new generation solar panels, could soon tackle the world’s most pressing challenges.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
Many people are fascinated by the latest technology trends.
If a company wants to stand-out from the crowd, here are the top 10 emerging technologies of 2016 according to the World Economic Forum.
Either your company is already involved in one of these technologies and you will attract talented people or you could find a way to get your company involved or associated with companies in these areas to benefit from a communication stand-point. 
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The man who invented the theory of ‘disruptive innovation’ says the term is widely misunderstood. So what does it actually mean?
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
Nice article that makes it clear the definition of disruptive innovation.
It gives examples of real disruption in different markets and it serves as a valuable lesson for any company envisioning being a leader on any specific area.
Either you disrupt yourself or someone else will do it!
The more you understand the rules of the game, the better chances you have to win.
Since most people like winners, your chances of attracting the right talent will definitely increase.
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Ce n’est pas un mythe, il existe des entreprises où les salariés sont heureux d’aller travailler. Qui sont-elles et quels sont leurs ingrédients pour créer du bonheur au travail
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Bonus article for the Francophones or those who will bother to use a translation software.
Yes, that are people happy at their work! And surprisingly we don't see at the top of the list the most desirable companies by reecnt graduates, such as Google, Apple & cie...
Definitely some lessons to be learned here if you desire to use another approach to reecruit and retain the right talent.
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Les entreprises chouchous des profils école de commerce ne sont pas forcément celles plébiscitées par les ingés, ou les profils universitaires.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
Another bonus article for the Francophone speakers.
This study is really interesting because it ranks the most desireable companies to work for according to the different types of education by recent graduates. In addition the study ranks the preferred industry of the young graduates and the top criterias of choice.
There are big surprises here!
Very important points when creating you recruting strategy.
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Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos talks about the "gigantic" potential of artificial intelligence, the transformation of the Washington Post, and why he is trying to lower the cost of entrepreneurship in space.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
A must see interview to better understand the today's and near future impact, with real examples, that Digital Transformation has on different industries.
Jeff Bezos is an inspiring leader and many people are looking to work for someone with a vision which gives purpose and meaning to people's everytday life.
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Incumbents needn’t be victims of disruption if they recognize the crucial thresholds in their life cycle, and act in time.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
An important self diagnosis article to make you reflect on where's your organization situated today.
The fist step to improve is recognizing your present situation. Afterwards, you will be in a better position to create a plan and define which type of people you require to successfully go thru a digital transformation.
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I spent last week on a junket in Paris, paid for by the French government, visiting the various hubs and spokes of the burgeoning French startup scene. I don’t think they’ll invite me back, after they read this. My considered assessment is that the French government, and to an extent the larger French tech scene, lacks ambition, boldness, and confidence, and their technology strategy is doomed to failure.
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This article demonstrate the contrast in France vs the US about the efforts of government to create an environment which will encourage start-ups to develop themselves.
Also it show how the culture of each country affects the mentality of entrepreneurs.
At the end, the writer gives some points of how France could change in order to fulfill its ambitions.
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Everybody wants them. Here's how to get them under your roof.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
It's definitely one of the hottest job title of the moment when it comes to using Big Data.
A must for big companies to stay relevant and use Big Data intelligently.
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Who would have thought that an Internet of things would be so important for the human resources department? And yet here we are. 10 billion devices give us 24/7
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HR must rethiking of ways to work and recruit new candidates. The playfield has changed and those embracing the changes faster will adapt and advance faster.
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Cisco is no longer a “networking” company, it’s a technology company, with a new CEO, a new Executive Leadership Team and a new focus on culture with a newly appointed Chief People Officer. Not even a year-old, Cisco’s People Deal – the employee value proposition that guides our culture was the catalyst for a shift in Talent Brand voice, because not only was there a
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A great example on how to attract the right talent.
Rajesh Jagadish's curator insight,
June 28, 2016 7:19 AM
Its an employee value proposition that drives great organizations and provides a differentiating factor for the good and the great companies!!!
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Why do people want to work at Google? It's a unique blend of culture and perks that makes the company unique - how can you learn from them?
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
It's always important to understand why the leader is ahead of its competitors.
Here's a chance to understand why Google is on the top of the list of recent graduates for the last few years.
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These are the top 10 skills you will need in the workplace in 2020.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
This article serves both the candidates and recruiters.
One of the aspects of the Digital Transformation is the automization of many tasks. Therefore,, human skills will become more valuable in the future.
Here's a list with the top 10 skills for 2020 vs 2015. It is interesting to the evolution of skills in 5 years' time.
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An organization's ability to identify, attract, and plug in the most creative minds precisely when and where they are needed is the foundation for innovation.
Alexandre Carrera Lejeune's insight:
"Organizations that have embraced digitization as a part of their culture, structure, and strategy are already pulling away from the pack. Amazon has surpassed big box stores. Uber is disrupting transportation. AirBnB is changing the hospitality and travel industry."
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I’s no secret that one of the biggest challenges companies face when it comes to adopting and embedding digital processes is finding the right talent.
Surely, top technology companies are attracting the most brilliant engineers and scientists. However, this study shows that even when the candidates are business students, the leading technology companies, in this case Google and Apple still comes on top.