Achievers

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

By: Sarah Clayton. Communications and Campaigns Specialist, Achievers. Employees are arguably the most important component of a successful business. Employees put a human face on the product, build relationships with customers, and define the work culture that feeds business performance – yet 32% of companies struggle to retain top talent. What defines an effective retention strategy varies from business to business, but there is one common element that has been found to work across most busine

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Ahmed's Universe

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

LONDON In a recent op-ed on the current French president's disastrous term and abysmal approval ratings (4%, if you can believe it), the New York Times refers to the hapless François Hollande as the living dead: who continues to be politically alive although he has actually died. The same can be said of another French institution, this time in the technology space: business social media Viadeo which had aimed at revolutionizing many aspects of HR.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 6, 2016

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by SilkRoad, a global leader in cloud-based talent activation solutions. At this year’s HR Technology Conference, they announced the availability of SilkRoad Agile Performance , a solution designed to help organizations activate employee performance with apps for check-ins, goals and reviews that maximize productivity, engagement and alignment with corporate objectives.

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UpstartHR

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Today we’re going to explore the intersection of creativity, innovation, and intrapreneurship (entrepreneurial activities occurring within an organization) and how these activities bring value to the business world. I hope you enjoy! Innovation is a curious thing. In a research report published by the International Board of Innovation Science, Dennis Stauffer explored what separates wildly successful companies from the rest.

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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.

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cipHR

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

People don't want to work every day, we'd all prefer to be spending time with friends and family, going on holiday and following our passions. Making the working environment more fun seems like the most logical path however, few employers make an effort to proactively ensure that their employees are happy and enjoy being in the office. Utilising certain days of the year such as Halloween or Fireworks night, TV programs such as Bake off or The Apprentice or even local events you can concoct compe

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Keeping your employees fully engaged during the holiday season, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, is challenging. Workloads can get heavier as co-workers take time off. Employees are thinking about friends and family members who are off work for the holidays. Children are out of school, complicating scheduling. Employees must work extra hours in order to meet customer demands.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

When you’re at the starting point of setting up your business, you’ll need to establish your office. Or, a particular place you can work from and these days that doesn’t necessarily mean renting or buying a building. You might find that you can run your business quite comfortably from home. This will only work for … Continue reading Building A Brilliant Office That Will Dazzle Clients And Attract Employees.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Regardless of your career, you need to know what it takes to be successful in that profession. Given the theme of this blog, let’s call it the recipe for success. Specifically, what are the ingredients? For some professions, like human resources, the ingredients (aka competencies) are regularly under review. The business world is changing, so the competencies need to reflect what’s happening in the workplace today.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

When you’re caught up in the daily hustle and bustle of your business, you may be tempted to quickly dismiss your employees when they come to you with questions or concerns. But beware, if you routinely rush through conversations or give employees the cold shoulder, they’ll feel disrespected. And they’ll be less likely to respect your leadership. The development of good listening skills is one of the most efficient methods for becoming a great manager and leader.

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cipHR

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Motivating and engaging employees doesn't need a huge budget for initiatives, it doesn't require a committee to try and persuade employees to take part in company events and it certainly doesn't need company policies and procedures dictating how engagement 'should work'! There are much simpler, immediate actions that business leaders can take to improve morale, happiness, productivity and engagement within the workforce, and you can start to make them in the next 5 minutes!

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

There’s a budding trend taking over the sales department at many dealerships. Over the last several years, dealerships have been transitioning their traditional sales associate positions into product specialist roles. A product specialist focuses on the customer’s basic needs and helps eliminate the pressure most people associate with the car-buying process.

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Every manager and HR professional views employee turnover as a headache, but do you actually know how expensive and damaging it can be to your organization? Here’s a look at the dimensions of this complex problem and some tested managerial practices to alleviate it with long-term solutions. The dimensions of the problem. Current statistics from Catalyst show that it costs an average of one-fifth of an employee’s salary to replace that person, which means that for a position paying $50,00

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

The rising cost of education is prompting more MBA students to hold down a job and attend school at the same time. A study conducted this year revealed that the average cost of an MBA degree is over $7,000 per year, which means that most students must work as they study. If you are one such … Continue reading 4 Practical Skills You Can Gain from Balancing Work and Earning an MBA.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The biggest concern organizations have when they invest in training is retention. By this, I mean having employees retain the material once they leave the class. No company wants to create a program and take employees out of the operation only to have the same issues occur repeatedly. It’s important for training programs to be designed and delivered in a way that increases retention of the content.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Your business’s future looks bright, and the cash is starting to roll in. Maybe it’s time to hire some new employees? Hold on a minute. Like that Ferrari you have your eye on, just because you want new employees doesn’t mean you need or can afford them. It’s a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Take the time to be cautious and strategic, and ask yourself these questions.

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15Five

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

From the cradle to the grave, life hands us stressful situations — so much so that we should consider stress to be an integral part of living a full life, rather than a nuisance to be avoided at all costs. Rather than ignoring stress, it can be healthier and even more productive to harness the energy that such trials create and direct it towards a more successful outcome.

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

(Note: Below is the first section of our latest eBook on the five things successful SMBs and franchises do for their employees. To skip ahead and read the entire eBook, please click on the download link at the bottom of the page.). What does the blueprint for a well-structured business look like? For starters, it begins with culture. According to a recent Entrepreneur article , workplace culture is an essential attribute for successful franchises.

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As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

By: Kellie Wong. Social Media and Blog Manager, Achievers. It’s that time of year again, time to give thanks! And what better way to give thanks than to thank our very own employees here at Achievers. A business is nothing without its employees, which is why we encourage frequent employee appreciation. Today, we’d like to highlight some of the top employee recognitions sent across our ASPIRE platform, powered by Achievers’ HR technology.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Good managers want their employees to learn and develop throughout their careers. The best way to do that is by coaching them effectively. As a manager, there are two ways in which to coach employees: coaching for performance, and coaching for development. If you’re coaching for performance, you’re usually addressing an issue and finding a … Continue reading How To Help People Learn At Work.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Human resources has been the subject of many articles and conversations over the years. Specifically, the need for HR to evolve and become more analytical in their approaches. While I don’t always agree with the way the argument is being presented, I’m cool with the idea that HR needs to stay on top of their game. I think it betters the profession which is good for HR pros as individuals, our organizations, and the employees we serve.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

By now, you know that happy employees are more productive and less likely to quit. But, if you’re like most employers, sustaining this happiness can be a struggle. Offering a generous employee bonus program can be just the right incentive to keep highly motivated employees from looking for work elsewhere. Simple enough, right? Not always. When it comes to bonus programs, not all are created equal.

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cipHR

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Working remotely increases productivity , two-thirds of managers agree. Reducing distractions, working at optimal times and feeling happier about the working day are all contributing factors to the justification for working away from the office environment. There are, however, some guidelines that should be kept in mind to ensure that you make the most of your time spent working remotely.

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15Five

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

In Simon Sinek’s Ted Talk entitled, How Great Leaders Inspire Action , Sinek refocuses companies away from thinking first about what they do, and instead advises them to figure out WHY they’re doing it. This not only impacts their services and products, but also the people who build out and fulfill the company vision. No matter how great your vision, the world will always be pulling your company away from fulfilling your higher purpose.

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Whether it’s attending the annual International Franchise Association (IFA) conference or talking with our franchise partners and customers, Hireology is constantly looking to understand the latest trends within the franchise industry. One partner we’ve been lucky enough to connect with has been Mary Ann O’Connell, CFE and President of FranWise®.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Job interviews are strikingly similar to going on a blind date—in a restaurant you’ve never been to. It’s stressful enough navigating new streets and parking situations just to get there. Then you walk into a room and meet someone new, without having any idea whether they’ll like you. And, of course, your future is riding … Continue reading 21 Ways You Can Beat Anxiety at Your Next Job Interview #Infographic.

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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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