Achievers

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

You’ve heard it before: In today’s W ar for Talent , highly skilled job seekers have a plethora of workplace choices, meaning organizations must differentiate themselves to attract and retain great people. So how do they do it? One way is having a noteworthy company culture. Company culture is a trending HR topic and, according to Harvard Business blogger Michael Mankin , it is “the glue that binds an organization together and the hardest thing for competitors to copy.”.

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Talent Culture

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

'I’ve viewed thousands of job postings, followed thousands of clients through the interview process and listened to what hiring managers tell recruiters they really want in a candidate. Unfortunately, many of the job postings I see are far from transparent and use vague euphemisms to describe what the hiring manager wants or what the work environment is like.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

What is the mood like at work? Are employees productive or spending an inordinate amount of time gossiping or finger-pointing? Do you see conflict rearing its ugly head and don’t know how it happened or how to get a handle on it? Ignoring the situation isn’t going to make it go away. And, before you start making assumptions, get the lowdown on what might be causing this unrest.

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Business Management Daily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

'Typically, courts have recognized the “mailbox rule,” in which documents sent by regular postal mail are assumed to have reached the designated person. But a new federal appeals court ruling is making employers question whether sending FMLA notices via regular mail is still acceptable.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Do you remember when you joined the ranks of new managers? Maybe you were promoted from within or perhaps you founded your first company and had to lead and support staff for the first time. Just thinking back to those days might make some queasy. Transitioning to a management role can be a bumpy ride, and many new managers struggle with the same issues — miscommunication, delegating vs doing, and reporting up the ladder.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

What does it take to implement a remarkable employee engagement strategy? Last week, Achievers had the pleasure of hosting Christopher Henry, VP of Talent and Organizational Development for MGM Resorts International , on the webinar titled, How to Put Employees First to Win Customers. Chris shared with us how MGM’s investment in the development of their people and culture is largely responsible for the brand’s amazing turnaround.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

The “open door” policy is ubiquitous in the business world, but following through on that practice can be a challenge. Many of us set out with the best intentions, but when we’re at the point of crossing the proverbial threshold, we chicken out. Sound familiar? Don’t worry; you’re in good company. This week we’re sharing some of our favorite insights on infusing transparency, and creating a culture of constructive, consistent feedback in the office.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Last week, HR professionals from all over the world gathered together for a delightful combination of insightful speakers, product releases , social networking, and of course, awesome Achievers swag. ACE 2014 was certainly a conference to remember. For those of you who weren’t able to attend, here are some tidbits to sum up the Achievers Customer Experience: Day 1: The ACE Experience – Live HR Blog via Bonni Titgemeyer.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Are you ready to feel inspired and motivated by some of the top companies worldwide? With new businesses popping up everywhere, “fun and hip” companies are pretty widespread. Businesses claim bragging rights based on all sorts of measures, like great benefits, cool products, flexible work hours, and free lunches. So how can we differentiate these surface-level trendy workplaces from truly amazing companies?

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

What are the most important things to do on a new employee’s first day? You have the basics down pat: collect a W-4 and I-9; explain your benefits enrollment process; give out a copy of the employee handbook. But your onboarding process shouldn’t stop there. Here are a few not-so-typical tips to help your new hires gain momentum and start off right in your organization from day one.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Conducting new hire reviews sets new employees up for success in their positions and can greatly reduce turnover. These early evaluations let employees know you have a vested interest in helping them achieve their goals, which is proven to increase their level of engagement. What’s more, new hire reviews allow you to catch and correct performance deficiencies before they become a detriment to an employee’s job or the organization.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

Succession planning is a process to ensure that your company is prepared for the future. This way if key employees leave, you can easily fill their positions and keep your business moving forward. It’s also an excellent tool for retaining strong performers. But you should also know that succession planning is serious business. You can’t just sit in a meeting for two hours, and then close the book and go back to regular business.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

In small and mid-sized businesses, career paths are often less defined, leaving fewer opportunities for employees to be promoted. As a result, there will probably come a time when you’ll have to tell one of your employees he or she wasn’t selected for a promotion. This requires sensitivity on your part before, during and after you have the conversation.

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Business Management Daily

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

'You’ve got some older employees in your workplace, and while they’ve provided excellent service over the years, you’re now wondering if they’re ever going to, you know, call it quits. You’d kind of like to hire some younger, more dynamic folks. And you’re even more concerned because you know that the trend toward an older workplace is accelerating.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

Keeping up with the latest in software is never easy, but this quick list should get you in-the-know on the latest and greatest payroll features you should be using. Whether you’re in the market for new payroll software or you just want to evaluate your current process, here are four must-have features that your system should include: 1. Direct deposit.

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Asure Software

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

'By Craig Seager. Channel Director for EMEA/APAC. In my first Channel-focused blog post we discussed how important we view our Asure Software relationship with our Channel partners. Now I want to share our view of how the business world is evolving and the benefits we see Software as a Service (the Cloud) helping organizations large and small. One of the most important IT trends around the world involves the proliferation of cloud-based services.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

The HR space is in the midst of a dramatic upgrade, and this year’s #AACE14 conference proves there’s a new face to human resources. As a newcomer to the space—I joined Achievers in San Francisco last week—I have to admit, I had a few preconceived ideas about what an HR conference would look like. Yet, when I hit the conference floor this morning, I felt like I was walking in on the latest, Silicon Valley darling’s newest product launch.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

It’s not easy getting a room full of over 400 people to jump to their feet, but that’s exactly what happened this year at the Achievers Customer Experience – #AACE14. Between standing up to stretch, popping up to shake hands with a new friend, and giving a few standing ovations, we found ourselves enthusiastically standing around—or, more appropriately, standing up.

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