Achievers

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

In my first two blogs on this topic ( blog one and blog two ), I made the case that it’s time (actually, well past time) to fix feedback and realize the full positive power feedback can bring to us and our organizations. I offered a new definition of feedback and outlined four things that you may think are feedback, but actually aren’t. If you’ve been reading along and following my suggestions, you’ve practiced being specific and you’ve let go of your “people fixer” mindset.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

If you are just starting out with your business, you will be wanting to find an edge over the competition as soon as possible. Unless you have found a niche industry or unique product, you will probably be competing with online distributors and big-box retailers for the attention and wallet of your local consumers. To […].

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released its jobs report for the month of October. According to the latest numbers, the U.S. economy added 128,000 jobs in October, far exceeding initial expectations for 85,000 new jobs. . Unemployment has been historically low year to date and while it did tick up slightly – from 3.5 percent in September to 3.6 percent in October – this uptick can be attributed to more people choosing to enter the workforce.

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WEX Inc.

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

What's been happening at Benefitexpress these past two weeks? We're glad you asked. You might have seen our posts on social media. From celebrating Diwali, publishing a brand-new e-book, to dressing up for Halloween the fun never stops! This week's round-up topics include: Open enrollment email samples. Who said you couldn't have fun at work? Candy, candy, and more candy.

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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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Achievers

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

With the holidays right around the corner, now is the time to start planning your office holiday party. Don’t discredit the value of these parties. Yes, companies have been using office holiday parties for years to show their appreciation to the workforce and to spread a little holiday cheer. The reality, however, is that these parties, when done correctly, also have the power to boost employee engagement, improve workplace morale, and enhance the overall employee experience. .

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

In today’s tight labor market, top job seekers get taken off the market quickly. This means it’s critical for all employers to have an efficient hiring process in place to avoid losing top talent to other job opportunities. Many organizations not only lack a standardized hiring process, but also don’t have access to the right hiring data to hold managers accountable to improving over time.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Employee engagement continues to be top of mind for business leaders, and for good reason. Actively disengaged employees are not as productive or happy as their engaged counterparts. If they’re not feeling motivated or willing to give 100%, that’s not good for your bottom line. Checked-out employees aren’t great for company morale or recruiting talent, either.

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PeopleKeep

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) are becoming more common as businesses move to offer them when traditional employer sponsored health benefits aren’t a fit. Employees that are newly offered an HRA through their employer can be confused about how an HRA works. They might be used to another type of health benefit, like traditional group health insurance.

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15Five

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Of all the worries, negative thoughts, and stress you experienced yesterday, how much of that carried over into today? If you don’t like your answer, don’t worry—this is common. In fact, we all form the same subconscious thought patterns, day after day, training our brains without even realizing it. This can form what we call a “ neurological rut ,” and creates a negative bias within our default mindset.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

It's really common to see that people quit their jobs due to some reason. A person should not feel embarrassed when such things happen as they could happen to anyone. However, it is better to showcase a positive attitude to your new employer during the interview process. Remember, not to blame others and always take ownership of the situation. There are five smart ways to answer an interview question as to "Why did you quit your last job?".

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

A well-planned office event can be the highlight of an employee’s year. They may meet deadlines, accomplish major tasks and help others out, but there’s something special about relaxing and having a good time with the people you see every day. The challenge arises when you’re put in charge of an event. What kind of […].

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Shared decision-making is a process that draws on the combined knowledge of many stakeholders to make smarter, more effective decisions. How does shared decision-making happen? What makes it different from collaboration? And how can you adapt a shared decision-making mindset if you’re used to making top-down decisions? Shared decision-making is different from collaboration.

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Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Being a successful manager is no cakewalk in the park. From project management, taking difficult decisions every day; a great manager is one of the most important assets of your company. Thus it becomes very important to promote the crucial qualities of a good manager because not only will it help build better managers but also great leaders. Every manager wants to give their absolute best to the job.

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Wellable

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

A new study suggests that phone apps may help users get more daily physical activity. The trial was conducted using a smartphone app called MyHeart Counts, and users were randomly assigned one of four separate intervention groups: (i) daily prompts to complete 10,000 steps, (ii) prompts to stand after one hour of sitting, (iii) assignments to read physical activity guidelines on the American Health Association website, (iv) or e-coaching based on personal activity patterns.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

One of the biggest questions first-time managers often face is how to delegate work. As the most reliable person on the team, one of the best ways to prepare your staff for future assignments is to delegate tasks effectively. Sadly, this is the part where people newly moved into a leadership role need a considerable amount of expert advice. 1. Set Expectations.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Whether you are just starting out in the world of business ownership or have been running a small business for some time now, you may be wondering where to turn for advice on taking the management of your business to the next level. As it turns out, some of the best examples of how to […].

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Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Recognition is relevant and effective only when it is done right. And the right way to give recognition is for it to be frequent and timely in nature. With the corporate world seeing major changes, the workload has significantly increased. In addition to that, employees are putting in extra work with less or no recognition being given to them. This increases the chances of your employees getting overwhelmed and leaving for the greener pastures.

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Best Money Moves

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Employee financial wellness: 5 financial stress statistics for 2020. How much financial stress costs employers and how employees really feel about financial wellness programs. The latest Financial Stress Survey from John Hancock Retirement found that financial wellness programs improve job retention, stress levels, and job productivity. Financial wellness programs are now a component of employee benefits that employers can’t afford to ignore.

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Corporate Synergies

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Lifestyle spending accounts are helping to fill spending gaps related to healthcare, childcare and more. The post Lifestyle Spending Accounts: Why They’re Becoming Popular appeared first on Corporate Synergies.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Playing online slots is becoming more and more popular in online casinos like this one: [link] There are several themes to choose from, including mythical, adventure, and pop culture. Another common theme you’ll spot is, the lucky Irish. Ireland has a rich culture with many connotations relating to good luck and fortune. Pots of gold, […].

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Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Saying ‘thank you’ to employees is a pleasant way of showing that you acknowledge them and that you are happy to have them on your team. A formal appreciation letter or an email to your employees expresses your gratitude for their contribution to your business. In fact, it is a type of office etiquette that should be embraced by the managers and heads of an organization.

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Patriot Software

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Everybody makes mistakes. And if you’re an employer, you’ve probably made (or will make) a payroll mistake at some point. If you make a mistake or forget to pay an employee certain wages (e.g., bonus), you might need to provide retroactive or back pay. Read on to get the scoop on back pay vs. retro […]. The post Can You Spot the Differences Between Back Pay vs.

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Global People Strategist

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Finland is finally discussing the creation of minimum wage regulations since sector specific minimum pay regulations have not existed in the country, which creates both more opportunities and risk for employees in the country. Since the 1970s, Finland has utilized collective bargaining practices in order to negotiate wage agreements. This has been the case both on a national level, as well as on an industry specific level.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Are you one of the 52% of Americans who think life insurance is too expensive? Or maybe you’re one of the 12% who doesn’t know how much coverage to get. These reasons are no excuse for not protecting your family after you pass away. We’re going to go over the essential life insurance questions so you have the […].

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Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Have you ever wondered why is it so difficult to review an employee where from everyone, the employee, you, and your team comes out satisfied? To solve this issue we have 360 degree appraisal where feedback on a group or an individual is taken from all the possible stakeholders. The data can be collected from reporting managers, team members, colleagues or sometimes even from clients.

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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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