Ahmed's Universe
AUGUST 29, 2015
PARIS About to join the full HCM club? One of the advantages of being an independent consultant is the great diversity of clients, industries, projects I get involved with. One of the drawbacks, especially in the HR technology space, is that when it comes to moving antiquated HR systems (on-premise SAP, Oracle, Meta4, HR Access et al.) to the cloud, supply is pretty much on the thin side.
Achievers
AUGUST 11, 2015
More than 100,000 HR professionals across the globe hold certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), the premier HR credentialing organization dedicated to setting the standard for HR mastery and excellence around the globe. These dedicated professionals understand how important engagement is in creating a positive, innovative, and successful workforce.
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HR Bartender
AUGUST 25, 2015
I feel very fortunate that I learned about public speaking early in life. One of my first jobs was being a tour guide at an aquatic marine life theme park who has an Orcinus orca as their mascot. (I’ll let you guess which one!) While I didn’t realize it at the time, the experience was priceless. After attending a few events lately, I wanted to share a few observations about public speaking.
Talent Culture
AUGUST 5, 2015
Twitter can be a great source of competitive intelligence during a job search. Here are five tips for using Twitter to source information related to your job search that can help you find key decision makers and accelerate your networking efforts. Follow the Twitter handles for the companies you are interested in working for. Retweet and favorite their tweets as appropriate to acknowledge the information they are sharing and get on their radar.
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Insperity
AUGUST 19, 2015
Have you ever hired someone who, despite a great resume and interview, lacked passion or just couldn’t do the work? You probably had a square peg in a round hole. It’s all about having the right person in the right job. With a few tweaks of your interview style, you may not have such a hard time finding your next great employee. Step 1: What are you looking for?
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Asure Software
AUGUST 20, 2015
By: Craig Seager, Sales & Channel Director EMEA & APAC. If you operate a business in the United Kingdom, you’ve no doubt read about potential energy capacity issues that loom on the horizon. In fact, as the U.K. looks for ways to boost spare energy capacity with nuclear plants and an increase in renewable sources of energy, blackouts remain a persistent concern.
Achievers
AUGUST 19, 2015
by Rebecca Wetherbee. If you haven’t been to Achievers Customer Experience (ACE) before, you’re probably wondering why you should come. What’s in it for you? ACE is more than just a user conference; it’s an incredible opportunity to learn from top-notch speakers, earn HRCI recertification credits, and socialize with like-minded people, all against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful cities on Earth: San Francisco.
HR Bartender
AUGUST 2, 2015
Like the title of this post says, I believe the role of a manager is to identify and hire their replacement. Think about it. If a manager takes their role seriously, then they are constantly searching for talent. They are encouraging employees to learn. They are sharing knowledge by coaching and mentoring. And they are supporting employee growth and development.
PeopleStrategy
AUGUST 13, 2015
You’ve done your due diligence, evaluated more Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions than you thought possible and selected the right one to meet your needs (PeopleStrategy eHCM, no doubt). You’ve negotiated, reviewed and signed a contract. Now comes the fun part – implementing your shiny new piece of technology. If you’ve been through the implementation process before – with any piece of technology – you know it can go one of two ways: as Bruno Mars says, it can be “smoother than a fresh jar
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Insperity
AUGUST 17, 2015
You want to give back to the community, but where do you start and how do you know your money’s going to the right place? When you attach your name, time and money to a cause, you want to know it will be a good steward. After all, it’s your reputation on the line, too, if the organization turns out to be unscrupulous. How can your company minimize the likelihood of allying with a charity that is not ethical, or one that doesn’t align with your organization's core values?
UpstartHR
AUGUST 3, 2015
Awhile back I received an email from a reader about how to let an employee go who is not performing adequately. It surprised me because I don’t know that I’ve ever actually written on the topic specifically before. I want to talk about some of the dos and don’ts, but first, a story. The Time Thief A few years ago a manager called me to see if I could look into an employee’s time card.
Business Management Daily
AUGUST 21, 2015
Some managers are like Michael Scott in 'The Office,' allowing all sorts of shenanigans to slide by and never handing down any punishment. Other bosses are quick-trigger disciplinarians from the mold of Miranda Priestly ( Devil Wears Prada ) or Monty Burns ( The Simpsons ). On the legal side, do employees facing such whiplash discipline have any grounds for a lawsuit?
Asure Software
AUGUST 20, 2015
If you operate a business in the United Kingdom, you’ve no doubt read about potential energy capacity issues that loom on the horizon. In fact, as the U.K. looks for ways to boost spare energy capacity with nuclear plants and an increase in renewable sources of energy, blackouts remain a persistent concern. Of course any … Continue reading "Help Your Business Survive the Energy Crisis in the United Kingdom".
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There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!
HR Bartender
AUGUST 4, 2015
(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by HireRight. They deliver global background checks, drug testing and employment verification services to help companies hire the right candidate. Their annual Employment Screening Benchmarking Report provides valuable information about screening programs, practices and trends. Enjoy the post!). According to the latest information from the U.S.
PeopleStrategy
AUGUST 27, 2015
Around 10:15 two nights ago, my daughter was talking to herself, which I thought was odd since she was supposed to be wrapping up her homework. When I asked what she was doing, she replied, “I am having Siri type my final draft,” to which I responded, “What?”. “I am having Siri type my final draft,” she repeated. “So you are verbally reciting your paper into Notes, and then what do you do, email it to yourself?
Insperity
AUGUST 10, 2015
Your employees are probably savvy enough to avoid looking like tourists on personal trips. But beyond the avoidance of fanny packs and selfie sticks, do they know how to operate like road warriors when away on business? Help your travelers step up to road warrior status by steering them away from these five common business travel mistakes. 1. Neglecting to read travel and entertainment (T&E) expense policies.
UpstartHR
AUGUST 20, 2015
Last week I wrote a post about innovation and employee engagement over at the Brandon Hall Group blog. The basic idea is that listening to, and implementing, employee ideas is a great way to get them engaged within the business. In the post I talked about a recent Indiegogo campaign I contributed to. I’m really excited about the campaign, so I wanted to share more details here.
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Performance reviews are a proactive way to engage with your employees, provide clear communication about expectations, and acknowledge them for their hard work. But getting the right framework and creating consistency across your organization can be tricky. We put together this checklist to help you evaluate your current performance review process and equip managers with the right tools to perform individual assessments.
Business Management Daily
AUGUST 7, 2015
It's summertime, so take a break from work to take our annual quiz about, well, … work. Here are a dozen questions about the American workplace and the people who inhabit it. Happy Summer!
AssuredPartners
AUGUST 4, 2015
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HR Bartender
AUGUST 16, 2015
There. I said it. The parallels between marketing and human resources are endless. As HR pros, we could really gain some creative inspiration from the principles of marketing. In fact, we’ve talked about learning from marketing before. You can click here , here and here to check those posts out. For instance, we can apply one of the most fundamental marketing models to our role in human resources.
PeopleStrategy
AUGUST 27, 2015
Around 10:15 two nights ago, my daughter was talking to herself, which I thought was odd since she was supposed to be wrapping up her homework. When I asked what she was doing, she replied, “I am having Siri type my final draft,” to which I responded, “What?”. “I am having Siri type my final draft,” she repeated. “So you are verbally reciting your paper into Notes, and then what do you do, email it to yourself?
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Compensation is one of your biggest expenses as a business, but it is also your biggest investment in your people and your culture. A great compensation strategy can be an incredible asset that supports your business goals and lays a foundation of trust between your company and your employees. Whether you already have a compensation strategy in place or you’re building one from scratch, this guide will help you level up your approach through these 6 steps: 1.
Insperity
AUGUST 5, 2015
Are you one of the many companies ready to make employee training a top priority? According to the 2014 Corporate Learning Factbook , U.S. spending on corporate training grew by 15 percent last year (the highest growth rate in seven years). As the demand for employee training grows, so do the delivery options for employers. But how do you know which training format is best for your company and employees?
UpstartHR
AUGUST 31, 2015
One of the things that we don’t do so well in the HR wold is measuring performance. And by that I mean our OWN performance. Having metrics in place to see how effective our various efforts are is a must, especially when you’re trying to demonstrate an ROI. One of the easiest ways to start is in recruiting. When it comes to recruiting, organizations have a wide variety of methods to measure effectiveness.
Business Management Daily
AUGUST 26, 2015
Three questions about overtime pay in California. The post What are California’s unique overtime rules? appeared first on Business Management Daily.
HR Bartender
AUGUST 20, 2015
Competency is defined as an ability or skill. Every profession has competencies. And we want competencies; they are the things that make us successful. You could say that jobs are made up of tasks (the actual things we do) and competencies (the skills we need to do them). A couple of years ago, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) created a competency model for human resources pros.
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Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
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