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Although Job Task Analysis (JTA) was created to help management make hiring, promotion, wage, and salary decisions, it serves a much bigger purpose. JTA is a data-driven approach that is designed to identify the work requirements of specific jobs by providing a detailed overview of the knowledge, tasks and responsibilities that must be performed by workers in a given occupational area to successfully perform the job. Before going any further, an important point to remember when conducting a JTA is that it’s an evaluation of the job, not the person doing the job.
“They’re lazy. They don’t want to work like we did and they want so much accommodation. It’s like everything is a free-for-all. You can’t even count on them to show up on time. It’s hard to believe how much support and attention they want. I just can’t work with them.” Oh, I’m sorry. Did you think that was a quote about millennials?
Explore the transformative power of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) in our latest blog! Delve into the intricacies of VSM, a crucial tool that guides organizations in seamlessly connecting job seekers with employment opportunities, enhancing efficiency, and optimizing processes.
Unlock the secrets of talent strategy with our latest blog on Compensation Analysis! Join the conversation with EDSI Managing Partner Jim Bitterle as we explore the vital role of compensation analysis in attracting and retaining top talent.
Is your office back to onsite work? Chosen to go fully remote? Or maybe a hybrid setup? Still figuring it out? Check out our latest blog for insights on how to reimagine your workspace, including 6 tips to meet employees where they are.
EDSI is answering the call of LGBTQIA+ jobseekers to create customized job search workshops and resources, and provide groundbreaking programming aimed to support this community and encourage workplace inclusivity.
It’s no secret that companies in all employment sectors are facing challenging workforce shortages and gaps. What many companies don’t know is that apprenticeships offer a viable solution for recruiting, training and retaining world-class talent. Apprenticeships are an earn-as-you-learn, flexible workforce development tool and training strategy that can be customized to meet the needs of any business.
Working together with the City of Detroit, EDSI has been instrumental in offering a successful virtual youth summer employment experience that pays youth ages 14-24 as they explore careers, build skills and receive training and instruction from local employers. Students are offered hands-on, innovative learning and work experience related to high-priority industries such as healthcare, IT, construction and customer service. Read more about the program in this blog!
Wondering what B Corporation certification is all about? In this blog, you'll learn why becoming a B Corp was a natural step for EDSI and how the certification process works. The B Corporation emblem of excellence means that we pledge to operate under the highest standards of awareness, performance, transparency and accountability to help solve social and environmental issues. EDSI joins the ranks of over 3,600 trailblazing businesses fighting for social and environmental excellence.