Achievers
MAY 19, 2016
Many companies consider wellness programs to be a nice extra — an optional perk to keep employees engaged. The evidence, however, demonstrates that workplace wellness programs have far-reaching economic benefits for the companies that put them in place. Harvard Business Review notes that Johnson & Johnson saved $250 million on employee health care costs as a result of their long-running emphasis on worker wellness.
HR Bartender
MAY 17, 2016
While some people might read the title of this post and ask, “Really?!” The truth is “Really.” Employees often get very nervous when asked to a private meeting with human resources or their supervisor. And the employee wants someone there for comfort…as evidenced by this reader note. Can you have someone sit in on a meeting between you and your supervisor?
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UpstartHR
MAY 16, 2016
Leading volunteers is not always an easy job. Unlike employees, they are hard to fire and they may or may not be motivated enough to give their best efforts. But sometimes the magic happens, and you get the best people with the best skills supporting you in a volunteer capacity. That’s what happened last week, and I want to share some of the lessons for the rest of you.
Take It Personel-ly
MAY 17, 2016
At first glance the Swiftpoint GT mouse looks a bit odd compared to your normal computer mouse. It is very small and can fit in the palm of your hand. It measures 42.5mm across, 56mm long and 33.5mm high. But once you pick it up you will quickly learn that it is the most comfortable mouse […].
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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.
Achievers
MAY 17, 2016
When employees are laid off or fired, it can damage the morale of the team members who remain. The dismissal of a colleague can also erode the trust and loyalty that your employees feel toward you, even if you had excellent reasons for making your decision. Here are three tips for helping your department maintain high team morale in the aftermath of layoffs or firings: Acknowledge the situation.
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15Five
MAY 19, 2016
Remote meetings can be terrible. They’re the “chores” of the workplace. Whether it’s technology crashing or a user not being able to connect, you’ve probably been in a video chat that you considered a total waste of time. On the upside, meetings are helpful for teams to stay connected, brainstorm, improve productivity , and get help with what they’re working on.
Insperity
MAY 17, 2016
Leading others to be the best they can be requires skill, dedication and an ongoing willingness to learn. Great leaders seek out new ideas and fresh perspectives. They embrace change and encourage others to reach their true potential. Learning and growing go hand in hand – especially in the world of business. There are many books on how to be a great leader.
Take It Personel-ly
MAY 20, 2016
Becoming a great business leader isn’t the easiest thing to do. Some people are born with the skills to be a great business leader, while others need to learn them first. Just because you aren’t a natural business leader doesn’t mean you can’t become one with a little time and practice. Here’s what you need […].
HR Bartender
MAY 19, 2016
A few years back, transparency was a very popular topic of conversation. To the point where many felt company transparency had jumped the shark. Then it sorta stopped being discussed at all. Well, the transparency conversation is back. During this year’s Great Place to Work conference , I heard several speakers talk about the importance of transparency within their organizations.
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Are you looking for ways to enhance your employee value proposition? Gallagher Better Works SM Insights has got you covered! Dive into the latest magazine issue and discover how flexibility, equity, recognition and strategically applied resources can improve your total rewards package. Download the PDF to learn more about: Building retirement benefits for a global and mobile workforce Promoting employee and organizational growth through succession planning Empowering women in leadership through
cipHR
MAY 17, 2016
The working world is evolving and HR professionals need to keep up. Improving collaboration, increasing job satisfaction and optimising talent attraction are just some of the challenges in an ever-changing HR landscape. As an HR department, you'll undoubtedly be aware that building and maintaining a strong brand strategy is paramount for business success. 1.
Asure Software
MAY 18, 2016
One of the keys to effective collaboration is to provide a functional, yet inspirational space where employees want to meet and can do so efficiently. Tight cubicles and and dingy, fluorescent-lit conference rooms are not conducive to collaboration and certainly don’t inspire creativity. Although every business is different and budgets and building setups might limit a company’s options in their space, making an honest effort to optimize available space can not only improve office aesthetics, bu
Take It Personel-ly
MAY 18, 2016
Presentations and pitches are an essential part of the business world. If you want to achieve your business goals you will probably need to present your ideas to your clients and even investors at times. But, you need to be sure that the presentation is as professional and captivating as possible. The following are some ideas you can implement to […].
Insperity
MAY 19, 2016
A little friendly competition motivates most employees, but let competition get out of hand, and attrition and conflict trends up while morale and efficiency plummets. Smart companies recognize that cut-throat behavior doesn’t benefit the organization or those around the bad actor. The challenge is to harness all the brainpower and creativity each and every employee has to offer.
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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.
cipHR
MAY 20, 2016
Mondays can be painful, especially after a sunny weekend or a holiday. Getting through the first day of the week can be difficult, but there's a number of easy ways to make it easier, smoother and more productive. 1. Sort out what you're wearing. Waking up on a Monday morning and being unable to find anything to wear immediately puts you in the wrong mood to have a productive and happy start to the week.
Hireology
MAY 20, 2016
One of the most important elements of product marketing is getting feedback from customers.
Winston Benefits
MAY 19, 2016
May is National Bike Month, and over the past few weeks, cities and business groups have been encouraging people to ride bicycles to work. Biking to work can be invigorating for employees, but they may need accommodations from employers — such as onsite showers or storage areas — to make it a habit. To help your employees make the switch to biking to work, educate them on the benefits and offer tips.
Take It Personel-ly
MAY 18, 2016
A seemingly mundane computer cleanup leads to an electrifying quest for – an enigmatic and deadly – treasure in this gripping techno-thriller! If you are looking for something different to read (or listen to) this summer and want to support some worthy causes at the same time than I recommend that you try The Florentine Deception by […].
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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?
Hppy
MAY 19, 2016
When it comes to how you can be productive at work, the design of your workspace can have a major impact on your productivity levels. It has the potential to increase your work output or hinder it. From lighting to noise levels, there is a lot that can affect your work. By implementing small steps such as checking your posture and keeping your desk space clean, you can ensure that you have the optimal productivity levels at your place of employment.
PeopleStrategy
MAY 20, 2016
PeopleStrategy president and COO, David Fiacco, joined Trish McFarlane and Steve Boese for HR Happy Hour to talk about what HR leaders need to know when looking for a new HR system. During the 25-minute conversation, the three covered topics including: How do HR leaders know when they need an HR system? When is the time to upgrade an existing HR system?
AssuredPartners
MAY 19, 2016
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Business Management Daily
MAY 19, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor just announced its much-anticipated final changes to federal overtime rules, which willl bring big changes to the way employers pay, classify and manage their employees.
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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.
Asure Software
MAY 18, 2016
One of the keys to effective collaboration is to provide a functional, yet inspirational space where employees want to meet and can do so efficiently. Tight cubicles and and dingy, fluorescent-lit conference rooms are not conducive to collaboration and certainly don’t inspire creativity. Although every business is different and budgets and building setups might limit … Continue reading "Creative Collaboration Trends".
Hppy
MAY 16, 2016
With the new technological advancements in people analytics, it’s becoming increasingly important for HR to strategically integrate with the business and operate efficiently. In a connected organization, CHROs are able to integrate organizational capabilities such as integrated talent management, digitally-enhanced collaboration tools, HR IT architectures and digital strategies.
AssuredPartners
MAY 18, 2016
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HR Bartender
MAY 15, 2016
One of the words I’m starting to hear at conferences and in business conversations is “intentional.” It means, of course, to do something on purpose or to be deliberate. Professionals are talking about having intentional discussions within the business or to implement something intentionally. While on one hand you might question, “Shouldn’t everything be done intentionally?
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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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