Achievers

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

The balance of power between employee and employer has shifted in recent years, especially in tech-related fields. As a human resources professional or manager, you’re probably all-too familiar with the job-hopping ways of highly skilled employees who feel they can pick and choose the job they want. And that’s reflected in the fact that more than half of all business owners feel that competition for talent is stronger than it’s ever been.

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HR Bartender

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

I’ve mentioned before that I used to work for a boss who had me issue the same memo every year about tacit approval. The memo was designed to remind everyone of their responsibilities as a manager and leader as well as the basic principles of business. I was reminded of tacit approval recently and dug out the memo. Believe it or not, some ten plus years later…I still have it.

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In a recent survey , more than two-thirds of hiring organizations indicated that they’re having a difficult time recruiting for job openings, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). With a lower unemployment rate and more job openings, it’s becoming increasingly critical for employers to make sure they get noticed in the crowded job market.

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UpstartHR

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

I just finished reading a brand new book called The Employee Experience. It’s a great look at the relatively new concept of creating an experience for employees, not just trying to engage them or do some other one-off program that doesn’t deliver long-term results. 7 Powerful Lessons on the Employee Experience 1) Congruent customer and employee experiences I’ve long said that the customer experience will never exceed the employee experience.

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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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Take It Personel-ly

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

In today’s fast-paced and increasingly digitized world, it seems that everyone has a very short attention span, making it hard for business owners to get people’s attention and hold it. To ensure that people pay attention to your messages and respond to them, you always need to be on the lookout for ways to improve … Continue reading Cat Got Your Tongue?

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Asure Software

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

If your organization won a local chamber of commerce Best Place to Work award in the past year or so, congrats! Recognition as a top local employer can certainly be an advantage in recruiting talent, but if your nomination and selection were tied to worksite perks like an on-site gym, free and healthy breakroom snacks, … Continue reading "Competing for Talent When Geography Does Not Matter".

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Bright ideas can lead your company down the path to success. But in the wrong hands, they can result in expensive losses and put your reputation and culture in jeopardy. Intellectual property, those ideas that companies are built on, is undeniably valuable. But it’s often vulnerable to threats from inside and outside the business, including disgruntled employees, ex-employees and competitors.

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Take It Personel-ly

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

It’s no wonder that more and more individuals are choosing to become self-employed. It can provide you with the freedom to work wherever and whenever you want, lets you cut out the dreaded commute and enables you to become your own boss. In reality, however, there are still a number of challenges that come with … Continue reading The Key Steps to Self-Employment Success.

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HR Bartender

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

We talk a lot on this blog about the need to develop skills. No matter where you are in your career, it’s important to regularly take inventory of your skills and develop learning action plans. I recently came across a new way of thinking about learning that I thought was worth sharing. It’s the idea of a “portfolio.”. In the book “ Developing Proficiency in HR: 7 Self-Directed Activities for HR Professionals ”, author Debra Cohen PhD talks about creating a portfolio for HR competency developmen

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cipHR

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

A great employee experience is unquestionably tied to a great customer experience , which can in turn result in increased revenues and a wonderful company reputation. Happy employees are also less likely to leave, which can improve your turnover rate, save you money on recruitment and new employee training, and make for a more stable company culture.

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Asure Software

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

In any legal practice, the management of work hours is critical; billable hours are the primary source of revenue for most firms. Many of these hours are devoted to some type of meeting, resulting in complex room scheduling needs and a close link between the availability of space and the firm’s ability to generate revenue. … Continue reading "Resource Scheduling in Legal Practice: Managing Cost and Complexity".

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Winston Benefits

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Regular dental checkups are an integral part of maintaining health and wellness. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, more children are now covered by dental insurance, but there is still a large gap for adults. Changes to the ACA may make employer-sponsored dental insurance even more necessary to keep the nation’s teeth healthy.

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HR Bartender

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. Kronos recently announced that they’ve been officially certified as a great workplace by the Great Place to Work Institute. Congratulations! Enjoy the post.). Artificial Intelligence (also known simply as AI) is set to be one of 2017’s biggest technology trends.

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Advertiser: Paycor

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Hppy

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

When most people think about hydration, their thoughts usually focus on those things that they can do at home to ensure that they get more water into their bodies. While that is an important component in any hydration effort, it’s important to remember that most of us spend a great deal of time away from our homes each day – including those long hours we spend in the workplace.

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Asure Software

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

In any legal practice, the management of work hours is critical; billable hours are the primary source of revenue for most firms. Many of these hours are devoted to some type of meeting, resulting in complex room scheduling needs and a close link between the availability of space and the firm’s ability to generate revenue. … Continue reading "Resource Scheduling in Legal Practice: Managing Cost and Complexity".

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Take It Personel-ly

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Marketing is a great career path for anyone that values creativity and wants to earn money from that creative energy. Every business needs to be marketed in order to attract new clientele and so the opportunities are endless. That said, marketing is a very competitive field, and to get your foot in the door, you … Continue reading Making Your Way Into Marketing.

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Winston Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Once your department or organization has made the decision to outsource benefits administration, you may feel like sending off that pile of administrative tasks and never looking back. While outsourcing will definitely reduce your burden, a little bit of prep will go a long way toward making the relationship thrive and be successful.

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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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Hppy

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

What does CSR have to do with happy employees? Here is why focusing on the individual and creating happy employees is important – and why it should matter to any business who wants to succeed. The team at BHI Mexico celebrating Good Deeds Day. It’s no secret that corporate social responsibility, or CSR, has become a ‘good business’ buzzword. In a consumer driven society, humans are choosing to connect and stay loyal to the brands who operate ecologically, sustainably and responsibly.

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Asure Software

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Caroline Waters, OBE, Deputy Chair of the Equalities and Human Rights Commission and Vice President of Carers UK We’ve talked about the changing nature of work for what seems like eons. That’s because work; what we do, where we do it and who we do it with has never really been static. Sure the pace … Continue reading "The World of Work is Changing – Again!".

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Take It Personel-ly

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

How do you stand out as a business? There are many ways to respond to that question but customer service is always a top differentiator. A lot of customers will pay more for a product, service or brand if you offer a unique experience and treat customers as a top priority. One of my favorite and … Continue reading Be the Customer – Guest Post from @ChipRBell.

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Talent Culture

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

After discussing the salary negotiation process with more than a thousand clients, I’ve found that many of them made mistakes in the past that we corrected during our coaching sessions so they could have better outcomes. Some negotiate too aggressively, damaging the relationship with the hiring manager; others negotiate for too many things or for too many rounds, giving the perception that their expectations are unrealistic; and still others don’t negotiate at all, leaving the hiring manag

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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.

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Hppy

FEBRUARY 12, 2017

Unfortunately team dysfunction is a plague that affects many – in fact I would say most – organizations. And much has been written on how to build effective teams. But it’s much more than simply getting people to work well together. After three decades of leadership, here’s my take on how to build remarkably productive teams. 1.

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Asure Software

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

We’ve talked about the changing nature of work for what seems like eons. That’s because work; what we do, where we do it and who we do it with has never really been static. Sure the pace of change and the threats and opportunities are greater than ever but there always has, and always will … Continue reading "The World of Work is Changing – Again!".

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SnackNation

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Munchie Madness 2017 – Coming Soon! We are currently selecting 64 top brands to compete in Munchie Madness 2017. The official bracket will be released Feb 20th, 2017. In the meantime, relive the madness from last year below! Do you think Chef’s Cut has a chance to repeat as SnackNational Champions? If you are a brand and would like to be included in the 64 Competitors, please CLICK HERE to schedule time to meet us at Expo West!

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Achievers

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

By: Helen Brooker. Marketing Director, Achievers UK. Have you ever wondered how much employee engagement can impact your business, and taken even one step further, the world? Imagine if every single employee felt valued, motivated, and recognized for their achievements? What a difference we would see in the workplace and society. Employees would actually enjoy going to work and as a result, would strive to reach their best potential.

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Hiring a new employee is an expensive and time-consuming process. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), it typically costs $4,425 to hire a new employee — not to mention the 36 days the average team spends trying to fill a position. Yet nearly 1 in 5 employees (16%) of employees quit in their first week — and 17% leave after the first month.

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