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  In a pair of virtual panel discussions hosted by Russell Reynolds Associates, more than 200 HR leaders recently discussed how best to succeed when transitioning into new roles. Their insights and tips ranged from learning about a new industry to leveraging one’s network to setting the narrative for your own transition. Let’s take a closer look. February 1, 2021 – Russell Reynolds Associates recently hosted two virtual panel events with more than 200 HR leaders to discuss the success factors when transitioning into new roles. Below are key insights from nine CHRO panelists who have been in their new roles for 12 to 18 months, along with their advice for HR leaders considering their next move. Understand the business: Several CHROs talked about the need to learn about a new industry, ownership structure or work culture, and reading annual reports, engagement surveys, and any available presentations or data. Even internally appointed CHROs mentioned the need to broaden their unders...

  The Covid-19 pandemic is not only a global public health crisis, but it has also caused massive economic disruption. The most recent jobs report indicates that hiring has slowed, but beneath these disappointing numbers is a nuanced story of organizations reducing their workforce. In contrast, others can't fill their open positions fast enough to meet the demand for products and services. Connecting displaced workers to these opportunities and getting them back to work as quickly as possible is the idea behind People + Work Connect. The platform, created by chief human resources officers from Accenture, Lincoln Financial Group, ServiceNow, and Verizon, and powered by Accenture, enables employers at no cost to connect with other employers to quickly identify and fill jobs in locations where there is a need. The platform gives organizations a map of the workforce available to fill jobs they have open and offers organizations that have furloughed or laid off people quick and easy vis...