Talent Economy Week in Review: October 2-6, 2017

These were the top TE stories from the week. Plus, Friday’s best of what we’re reading from around the web.

These were the top Talent Economy stories for the week of October 2-6, 2017:

How to Reveal Your Employer BrandEstablishing an employer brand is more complicated than one might think, writes Talent Economy Influencer James Ellis.

Talent10x: The Future of the Sales ProfessionThis week’s podcast features GrowthPlay CEO Daniel Weinfurter as he talks about the evolution of the sales profession and where he sees it headed in the future.

Which is Better: Being a Generalist or Specialist?In a potential future of frequent career moves and an ever-changing work environment, is it better to be a generalist or a specialist? Associate Editor Lauren Dixon explores.

Is the 9-Box Talent Grid Still Relevant?The nine-box talent grid has grown to become a valuable evaluation tool, writes Talent Economy Influencer Leanne Markus. Should it continue to be?

These are the top talent stories we’re reading for Friday, October 6, 2017:

A hurricane-battered U.S. economy lost 33,000 jobs in September, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Why some scars from the most recent recession may never vanish, according to The New York Times.

Goldman Sachs is one step closer to making Frankfurt it’s next European home after Brexit, writes Quartz.

These 23 teachers share the weirdest things they’ve experienced on the job, from Business Insider.

Finally, here are six easy ways to boost emotional intelligence that every boss should know, according to Inc.