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Jan 16, 2020

Due to today’s talent shortage, job-seekers have the freedom to be more selective when choosing their employers. As a result, candidates have started to do extensive research about organizations before attending interviews. Building a strong employer brand is essential to attracting these cand...

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Jan 16, 2020

Among the areas where AI will likely continue to have big impacts are health savings accounts (HSAs) and employee benefits. HSAs have existed since 2004 and have seen little innovation or change since. Now, with forward-looking administrators applying AI, the HSA and employee benefits markets are be...

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Jan 15, 2020

The Office for National Statistics’ (ONS) most recent Labour Productivity report revealed that UK workforce productivity fell by 0.5% in Apr-Jun 2019 (versus Apr-Jun 2018) – the sharpest drop in five years. Prior to this, the ONS announced two quarters of zero growth in productivity. It ...

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Jan 15, 2020

What are the most important digital marketing trends for the staffing & recruiting industry in 2020? Kelli & Chanel are bringing you everything you need to know in the new year in this month's #LearnWithParqa series. Check it out this week's episode that focuses on social media!

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Jan 15, 2020

Considering your current onboarding processes, how might this new employee respond? Was he impressed and excited? Or, did he feel confused or bored the entire day? According to Gallup, only 10 percent of employees strongly agree that their company does a good job onboarding. This means we’re m...

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Jan 14, 2020

There are some crucial stats to embrace to understand the current positioning of both US and global healthcare, and what that means for hiring. Specifically: From 2010 to 2019 (i.e. a full decade), no sector added more net jobs to the U.S. economy than healthcare. Overall in the U.S., the sector emp...

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Jan 14, 2020

Employee engagement is not just a passing trend. It is a crucial factor that determines the success of your business. The concept is quite simple – when you, as a manager/leader make people feel emotionally invested in your company, they’ll do everything in their power to improve product...

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Jan 13, 2020

We asked Rachel Bates, SVP of Sales and Marketing at Workable, what she thought was the biggest problem in recruitment right now. Also featuring Carolyn Martin, Senior Marketing Associate at Workable.

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Jan 13, 2020

Content marketing is one of the biggest trends in recruitment marketing at the moment – and it looks here to stay. A relatively inexpensive way to get your message out to your target market (no printing, no design and no event/sponsorship costs), the key is to make sure that you spend your tim...

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Jan 13, 2020

Humans have one unique ability that sets us apart from machines and animals: The ability to imagine and create. But has your workforce been given the opportunity to be human? Are you providing employees the space to achieve their full potential? Or worse, is your workplace actually working against t...

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Jan 10, 2020

Technology is becoming more cognitive, more reactive and most importantly, more human. As tech evolves to meet our every need, we need it to learn and grow on its own; to work with us to create a more effective outcome. So, how exactly is technology changing? And how is it helping us in the workplac...

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Jan 10, 2020

Do people genuinely feel valued, accepted and supported at work, regardless of their background, identity or circumstances? Or are people hiding behind a ‘work’ persona, worried that being their true selves will hinder their career progression or affect their working relationships with c...

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Jan 09, 2020

We recently published a blog sharing where we believe HR and people management will steer in 2020. This blog covered 24 different people and culture trends you can expect to see throughout this year and beyond.  Before you dive in, we should let you know that this blog is a lengthy one and will...

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Jan 09, 2020

Great managers are typically experts in their fields with a strong performance history and an interest in being in charge. But to lead effectively they need to develop another skill, one that is often overlooked: talent management. The ability to see talent before others see it (internally and exter...

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Jan 08, 2020

Consider how you can best utilize chatbots, inclusive hiring and how AI can positively impact your employer branding. Recruitment marketing: Use consumer marketing methods such as content marketing, SEO, email and social recruiting to attract the best talent. Candidates have more power than ever bef...

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Jan 07, 2020

The renewable energy industry is rapidly evolving, with solar, wind and hydropower projects being rolled out at their fastest rate in four years. According to the International Energy Agency, renewable power capacity is expected to expand by 50% between 2019 and 2024, by which time the world’s...

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Jan 07, 2020

The guest on this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast is Volker Jacobs, CEO at TI People. In this clip, Volker talks about the five steps that leaders can take to scale employee experience in a global organisation.

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Jan 07, 2020

We all want to feel that our experience, ideas, and opinions matter. We want to feel valued by our employers, by our supervisors, and by our teams. In other words, we want to feel heard. The level to which employees feel they can voice their input to an organization that listens, understands, and re...

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Jan 07, 2020

2020 is not just the year that will witness the rise of the gig economy. Human-machine collaboration is on the rise and your next co-worker could be a machine. While we have been stressing upon the importance of continuous learning to be fit for changing jobs, the very nature of jobs is going to cha...

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Jan 06, 2020

It’s safe to say that the past year has thrown up more than its fair share of challenges for businesses. From ongoing uncertainty around Brexit, to the trade war between the US and China, and regulations such as gender pay gap reporting, with more soon to follow for BAME groups. Add to this th...

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Jan 06, 2020

Every business has problems they want to solve. It could be a small problem or a large one. The key to solving business problems is Gathering the right data and information. Having a good approach or system for problem-solving. Unfortunately, there are times when organizations approach problem-solvi...

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Jan 03, 2020

Your trusted HR software might not be cutting it anymore, even if it did for the past 20 years. Brian Sommer, founder and president of TechVentive, explains why new, modern HR technology is necessary for growth. Watch to learn more about how modern HR tech will transform the enterprise.

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Jan 03, 2020

When it comes to the HR department of a company, there can be more to it than hiring and firing. Not only can HR have an impact in relating to the employees, but it can also be influential in shaping the company’s culture, as well. Taking charge of the way that you affect company culture could...

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Jan 03, 2020

One of the great joys of working for a company that focuses on building better workplaces is being surrounded by inspiring colleagues that truly care about the new world of work. A few weeks ago, Zenefits added Tracy Cote as its Chief People Officer. She has deep human resources experience, helping ...

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Jan 03, 2020

We have compiled four of our most popular publications on today’s most compelling company strategies into one easy-to-use guide. From decision-making tips to leadership and entrepreneurial skills, this book will provide you with some useful advice that you can apply to any company in any indus...

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Jan 02, 2020

We are undoubtedly living through a period of unprecedented change. Technological progress in all corners of daily life is bringing dramatic shifts to the way people engage, consume, communicate – and, especially, the way they work. As we draw closer to the beginning of a new decade, it seems ...

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Jan 02, 2020

Worldwide, nearly 200 million companies employ about 3 billion workers. Around a sixth of these workers, or 500 millionworkers, will change jobs this year, at a total direct and indirect cost to employers of roughly 10% of overall payroll. That’s around $3 trillionbusiness spend annually just ...

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Jan 02, 2020

Skill gap analysis has been recognized as one of the most important tool to understand an organization’s need, like hiring, training the employee. Any way there are several organizations that don’t have a structured process for such analysis. Most organizations don’t consider it im...

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Jan 01, 2020

What your staff can do today is important, but it pales in comparison to what your staff will be capable of doing tomorrow. This is because employees are high-return investments: if you treat them well and give them the support they need, your employees become immensely more valuable over time. It&r...

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Jan 01, 2020

Chances are, in your workplace today, there are empty seats you wish were filled with qualified and motivated employees. You are not alone. Today in America there are more than seven million unfilled jobs. And there are also more than ten million Americans with disabilities who are ready, willing, a...

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Dec 31, 2019

Regardless of the number of features a Talent Management solution boasts, it’s still built off of a core idea; to ensure the highest percentage of employee retention and engagement. Talent Management Suites (TMS) are derived from core HR software solutions with the addition of some key feature...

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Dec 31, 2019

Are your employees equipped to handle unexpected work challenges that come their way? Do they know how to navigate on-the-job emergencies? In this article, I’ll share 7 tips and tricks to prepare your employees for every eventuality. Safety online training: Prepare your employees for every eve...

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Dec 31, 2019

Team-building activities can strengthen company culture and provide a wide variety of benefits. You probably already know that team building creates a stronger bond between employees, improves team communication and encourages collaboration. But how about some of the other, lesser known benefits tha...

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Dec 30, 2019

Storytelling can be the difference between taking people with you and having your message fizzle out – and with so much investment in employee engagement surveys and the benefits to be had from the insights, that’s the last thing you want. Here’s what to do to get the best chance o...

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Dec 27, 2019

Businesses today are growing faster than ever. Increased globalization, combined with better business technologies, is helping organizations hire and scale in a way that’s more distributed and — in an ideal world — more efficient. But we all know what they say about the best-laid p...

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Dec 26, 2019

A new year is fast approaching and, with it, comes new laws, opportunities, and potential challenges for HR professionals. But creating a positive workplace culture is likely to be a constant activity, this year and next. So, what are the top HR trends that will lend to building a positive work cult...

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Dec 26, 2019

2020 is set to be a transformative year for Human Resource as digitalisation is set to transform the way employers engage with their employees. And with automation changing work processes, it’s vital for the role of HR to evolve to ensure that it stays relevant and effective in getting the bes...

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Dec 25, 2019

Hiring the best talent is what will allow your company to grow and become even more successful. You’ve probably put a lot of thought into your hiring process, but there is always room for improvement. These four changes will make a big difference in your hiring process. Most job descriptions s...

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Dec 24, 2019

Your global company needs a human capital management (HCM) software that combines HR management data, payroll, and talent management in a single data source. As you research, you’ll likely need to compare UltiPro vs. Workday, as they’re both global payroll and HR solutions. But multinati...

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Dec 23, 2019

Recent research suggests that companies need a proactive strategy for retaining employees. More than three out of four employees who left an organization in 2019 could have been retained, according to a Work Institute study covering 250,000 US employees. There can be several causes of attrition. Bla...

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Dec 23, 2019

The challenges of managing an international workforce can be staggering for in-house HR and legal. Making the decision to work with a Global Professional Employer Organization (PEO) is a smart first step. But, with the market expanding, it’s important to be thorough and selective when it comes to ch...

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Dec 23, 2019

Expanding internationally can be daunting. The challenges are unfamiliar and the requirements are far from universal, but the business opportunities are endless. Download our eBook to learn: Exclusive insights into your international expansion journey The 4 most common mistakes made when expanding g...

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Dec 23, 2019

Did you know that without a local subsidiary or branch office, your company cannot legally employ a person in-country, make payroll tax payments, or provide statutory local benefits? Whether you’re about to make your first overseas hire or have already hired overseas and need help climbing out of th...

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Dec 23, 2019

When you start building a team around the world, there’s a lot to learn in order to set your new employees up for success. Whether you’re researching your international team’s cultural norms or country-specific legalities around vacation and leave policies, it’s easy to quickly get overloaded with i...

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Dec 23, 2019

Expanding internationally can be daunting. The challenges are unfamiliar and the requirements are far from universal, but the business opportunities are endless. Download our eBook to learn: Exclusive insights into your international expansion journey The 4 most common mistakes made when expanding g...

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Dec 23, 2019

Expanding internationally can be daunting. The challenges are unfamiliar and the requirements are far from universal, but the business opportunities are endless. Download our eBook to learn: Exclusive insights into your international expansion journey The 4 most common mistakes made when expanding g...

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Dec 23, 2019

When you start building a team around the world, there’s a lot to learn in order to set your new employees up for success. Whether you’re researching your international team’s cultural norms or country-specific legalities around vacation and leave policies, it’s easy to quickly get overloaded with i...

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Dec 23, 2019

When you start building a team around the world, there’s a lot to learn in order to set your new employees up for success. Whether you’re researching your international team’s cultural norms or country-specific legalities around vacation and leave policies, it’s easy to quickly get overloaded with i...

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Dec 22, 2019

More often than not, articles and reports about Artificial Intelligence center on how machines will replace people and take all our jobs. The reality is not so sinister, but technology will continue to change the skills that organizations require to be effective and successful. It’s critical t...

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Dec 21, 2019

Investing in workplace wellness initiatives within your organization has positive effects on both your employee’s health and your company’s health. Policies that promote the practice of healthy lifestyles and behaviors at work will enable your staff to produce their best work and to be t...

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Dec 20, 2019

Pay and manage your employees quickly, accurately, and from anywhere with Powerpay, your small business payroll and HR solution. Trusted by over 40,000 small businesses in Canada, Powerpay is easy to use and supported by our award-winning customer service team.

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Dec 20, 2019

I’m very proud to be able to say that the HR function has always been at the forefront of change. After all, we are early adopters and advocates of change within our organisations. This stretches all the way back from the time of Fordism, when we were referred to as the ‘personnel’...

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Dec 20, 2019

The world of human capital management is constantly evolving. New technologies that help your organization drive productivity, stay ahead of compliance, hire and develop key resources, and deliver AI-driven insights are available everywhere. In fact, there are 80+ HCM software providers competing fo...

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Dec 20, 2019

The existing annual performance review model is defunct, fosters discrimination and needs replacing, says Ab Banerjee, CEO and Founder of ViewsHub. For many office workers the build-up to this year’s Christmas season will be marked by the dreaded annual performance appraisal. The prospect prov...

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Dec 20, 2019

Onboarding is an integral but often overlooked process part of the candidate experience. Programs are frequently cursory, without any meaningful follow up to determine effectiveness. This situation leaves new hires wanting more, but forced to settle for less. To mitigate this, the same kind of high-...

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Dec 18, 2019

Main HR trends in 2020 — new and long-lasting: Transparency in payment — "Pay for skills, not for jobs", Data and Cyber Security, Chatbots — time saving, HR Investment — clear ROI (Return on Investment) and business case, Automation — vision prediction and inc...

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Dec 17, 2019

Is your company evolving with the technology and payroll policies that support the way today’s employees want to be paid? Payroll tech trends play a significant role in the employee experience, from payment-on-demand to GDPR compliance for the growing remote workforce. The way people are paid ...

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Dec 17, 2019

With a new year on the horizon, positivity and optimism beings to spread from person to person. The ‘new year, new me’ mantra gets most people striving to eat healthier, give up bad habits and attempt to conquer the gym. While harmless, if we are all openly honest, none of them actually ...

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Dec 17, 2019

As organizations gear up to welcome 2020, talent leaders are faced with a number of challenges. From an acute talent shortage to the battle for top talent, human resources professionals need to stay on top of their game to be able to provide insightful business decisions. We spoke to 10 HR experts w...

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Dec 16, 2019

More often than not, articles and reports about artificial intelligence center on how machines will replace people and take all our jobs. The reality is not so sinister, but technology will continue to change the skills that organizations require to be effective and successful. It’s critical t...

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Dec 16, 2019

Recruiting, hiring, and training the best employees take significant time and money investments. Without offering these workers a good employee experience, companies risk losing their investments when these employees forsake them for greener pastures. If workers stay in a poor work environment, thei...

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Dec 16, 2019

Watch the video to learn how you can make your employee engagement surveys more effective. For a list of specific questions that we think you should ask your employees. Employee engagement represents the levels of enthusiasm and connection employees have with their organization. It’s a measure...

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Dec 15, 2019

Aprincipal change in the American workplace over the past decade is the realization that the environment in which one works is nearly as important as the job itself. From the rise and fall (and return) of open floor plans, to amenities that range from the practical to the fanciful, today it’s ...

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Dec 13, 2019

Data has long been coined the new oil, but data on its own won’t power your organization’s learning engine. It’s now critical to transform the data collected by your platform on your learners’ activities into actionable insights. These are used to create unique experiences wi...

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Dec 13, 2019

Think about the last time you had to navigate an unfamiliar city. Once upon a time, you used a map, asked a stranger for directions, or even found your way through sheer luck. Today, you simply pull out your smartphone and have your favorite maps app lead the way. Smartphones and mobile apps help us...

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Dec 13, 2019

For almost as long as there have been employers and employees, hiring was based primarily on geography. Just about everyone lived within 30 miles or so of where they worked. Today, that is less and less the case as a host of cloud-based collaboration tools like video conferencing, document sharing a...

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Dec 13, 2019

We just survived Thanksgiving weekend and now, we brace ourselves for the rest of the holidays. While the holidays can bring joy to many, it can also bring increased anxiety and sadness to others.  For most of us the season is an emotionally charged mixed-bag of ups and downs. Why do we tend to...

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Dec 12, 2019

Team building can strengthen company culture and provide myriad benefits - stronger bonds between employees, improved team communication and better collaboration. But how about some of the other, lesser-known benefits that aren’t discussed as much, asks Candice Dedmon, Sales and Events Manager...

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Dec 12, 2019

How often do you conduct performance reviews in your organization? Are you still on the annual review cycle? If not, what did you replace it with? How long after a new hire starts do you check in with them to see how they are adjusting? What about people who give notice do you conduct an exit interv...

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Dec 12, 2019

New staffers are usually already insecure about their abilities. Even the brightest and most talented among them are afraid that they'll stumble on their first day. You need to prepare them for every challenge they might face and instill self-confidence. In that way, they will be ready to take o...

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Dec 11, 2019

Kreyon’s HRMS Software takes care of Employee Management with an online cloud based HR Software. With this Employee Management system & Payroll Software you can Automate all HR processes, Implement better talent acquisition and retention activities at lower cost.

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Dec 11, 2019

A company's ability to differentiate and promote its identity to desired candidates in order to effectively attract, recruit, and retain employees better than competitors. 75% of job seekers consider employer brand before applying for a job. The best candidates are off the market within 10 days....

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Dec 11, 2019

Conflict may be expressed formally as disciplinary action or employee grievances but also by disagreements and clashes between colleagues and between managers and their staff. Managers with responsibility for HR and workplace relations said that. Overall, organisational conflict is Rare - 92%.

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Dec 11, 2019

Nearly 80% of managers leave one to one meetings feeling more motivated. But only 58% of employees can say the same. Effective one to one meetings should leave all involved parties feeling invigorated and positive about their contributions and goals. As a manager, here is what you need to know ...

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Dec 11, 2019

The life of a recruiter isn’t easy. It’s hard enough trying to find, engage and deliver amazing talent to our companies. Yet hundreds of HR leaders have shared that their biggest roadblock is actually internal: working with their own hiring managers (HMs). What do they mean?  Hopefu...

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Dec 10, 2019

HR, as a profession, is too obsessed with predicting the future at the expense of acting now especially when it comes to investing in new technology. The arrival of a new year is the perfect time for organisations to take stock, and look at what they can do better in 2020. Whilst it can be argued th...

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Dec 10, 2019

Research shows that emotional agility is critical in working environments: Emotional intelligence and agility explains 58% of a leader's job performance. 90% of top performers are high in EQ. Employees whose managers are open and approachable -more emotionally agile are more engaged.

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Dec 10, 2019

Designing a serious game is a serious business. And, it can help grow your business and increase your employees' job performance. Thus, serious games are being adopted with lightning speed by many companies around the world. Training games, like all games, need certain mechanics to function prop...

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Dec 10, 2019

The Civil Service have been working with global leading HR technology companies that spend millions of pounds on tech  giving David the opportunity to see how they can use data to streamline processes in the HR departments. Treating internal employees as customers, HR have improved the employee...

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Dec 09, 2019

This video from Xenium HR highights the features and benefits for its payroll services and technology. These are the words you want to use when describing your payroll processing vendor. Issues with paychecks are distracting at best, and at worst, totally demoralizing. We believe the best payroll pr...

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Dec 09, 2019

The human jobs that remain require specialized skillsets, not just warm bodies. And as technical competencies are increasingly automated, what were previously considered soft skills are becoming the hard skills. These are mainly behavioral in context and are often referred to as transversal competen...

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Dec 09, 2019

Recruitment technology has experienced a boom since the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI). What once were tasks performed by humans have been replaced by algorithms. Much of this has been developed out of necessity, as recruitment professionals are overwhelmed with the amount of administr...

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Dec 09, 2019

Showing gratitude is not an uncommon practice in today’s world, and the ways that appreciation is shared have changed greatly. People are realising that they shouldn’t take things for granted, and are using different approaches to express their thankfulness, whether that’s inwardly...

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Dec 09, 2019

You’re moving at a million miles per hour and you need the right people to help. How do you keep up with your growing company’s talent needs, while still keeping up with your other responsibilities? One of the most common challenges among growth-stage startups is recruitment. Often, orga...

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Dec 09, 2019

Do you want to know one of the best kept secrets in People Ops? It’s not even an obscure idea. In fact, it used to be much more prevalent. It’s an employee experience strategy called career mapping. Career mapping was more common before the advent of the Internet. People would ...

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Dec 08, 2019

As 2019 comes to a close it’s worth reflecting on the trends and patterns we saw emerging in Executive Search during the course of the year. In earlier blogs this year we reported on some of the trends that large organisations expect to see and you may have a bit of fun comparing our view of w...

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Dec 06, 2019

Hear Nick Livingston talk about his transition from agency recruitment to corporate recruiting. How can recruiters improve the interview experience for candidates and hiring managers? Can recruiters go from one phone-screen to on-site interviews.

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Dec 06, 2019

Boosting morale and finding ways to motivate your employees are crucial when it comes to fostering healthy company culture. The portion of employees who say that they are not engaged at work or motivated to perform is astounding. According to a 2018 Gallup global study, 85% of employees are disengag...

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Dec 06, 2019

The Future of HR report was conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of Paycor from August 10-20, 2017. For the full methodology, please see explanation at the end of this report.

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Dec 06, 2019

The answers to your most pressing business problems—everything from troubleshooting your recruiting pipeline to predicting labor costs, overtime and turnover—are in your company’s HR, payroll, ATS and time systems. But there’s a disconnect—HR professionals are constantl...

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Dec 05, 2019

Recruiting new talent is a critical and inevitable part of any company. In fact, it is much more complicated than going through reviews and hosting interviews and this is why companies take the help of Recruitment Agencies. However, you can take the help of a few tricks which may ease the hiring pro...

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Dec 05, 2019

Achieving these goals have wide-ranging, positive implications for human resources and the business.  The proof is in the statistics. Research has shown HR data leaders are 8x more likely to be confident in generating meaningful insights from their data than those professionals who do not curre...

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Dec 05, 2019

Think back to your first day on the job. You were probably pretty nervous. Yes, you were qualified enough to ace the interview and get hired, but you probably still felt out of your depth. What kind of help did you need? What little things can you remember the ones that helped and the ones that didn...

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Dec 04, 2019

Executives from business and government organizations recently gathered in Louisville, Ky. for a leadership summit that explored the future of global education and business. Diplomacy Begins Here was held to get young professionals geared up for the global business future ahead, which primarily focu...

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Dec 04, 2019

Why has employer brand become so important? What the difference between employer brand and employer branding? The importance of employer brand is similar to that of the customer brand you promote to your current and potential customers, companies now have a requirement to build up a positive brand t...

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Dec 04, 2019

The challenges we face in terms of hiring span from finding the right talent to finding the technology that makes it possible. And we’ve seen an incredibly fast-paced phase of innovation in the field. At the forefront are leaders like Sanjoe Tom Jose, cofounder and CEO of Talview. Sanjoe is pa...

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Dec 03, 2019

Talent is higher on the agenda for investors, boards and CEOsIM. 3 Movement toward a unified CTO who interacts with the board. These individuals are most likely to have the weight to support the 37. A CHRO at the board level given their expansive remit and broad expertise.

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Dec 03, 2019

The word LMS, many a time, makes us think of eLearning delivery and reports whereas the LMS makes entire corporate learning and development quicker, faster and better for both online and face-to-face delivery. Using LMS for employee training management is highly beneficial for the organization. When...

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Dec 02, 2019

There are a number of #HR #processes that you can automate. From employee onboarding to maintaining accurate timesheets, leave requests, performance management, and even exit interviews, HR process automation is possible. This provides the HR team with actionable insights and speeds up the decision-...

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Dec 02, 2019

Calculating holiday entitlement for your employees shouldn’t require a PhD in Advanced Mathematics; that’s why we’ve put together this simple guide that shows you how to calculate annual leave for your full and part time employees, along with new starters, leavers and shift workers...

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Dec 02, 2019

As artificial intelligence evolves, we’re going to increasingly rely on it for boosting the hiring process. In Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, author Max Tegmark asserts that the “rise of AI has the potential to transform our future more than any other techno...

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Dec 02, 2019

Why should you care about data cleaning and how can you get started with the process right away? These are the questions that we are answering in this video. Learning Bites are part of AIHR’s mission to make HR future-proof by offering world-class online education programs available anywh...

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Nov 29, 2019

HR and Rewards are experiencing a technological transformation, but it will require a transformation in HR skills too. Get it right and companies can expect to maximize ROI for technology and also mould their HR departments into strategic business partners, writes Ken Charman is CEO of uFlexReward. ...

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Nov 28, 2019

In the last 5 months, Talentful has helped the German car rental company SHARE NOW hire 19 people across 8 different tech teams. SHARE NOW currently has over four million users and is present in 30 major cities in Europe and North America.

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Nov 28, 2019

Digital solutions and AI has revolutionised the business landscape in the last decade. Organisations are using smart digital solutions for achieving higher productivity at reduced costs. One area where AI is significantly making its presence felt, is recruitment. The Applicant Tracking System (ATS) ...

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Nov 27, 2019

Artificial intelligence (AI) is still seen as somewhat of a buzzword in the HR industry, but as companies continue to refine the technology, it seems the future of HR might already be here. AI has touched almost every other major business department, so why not HR? Fortunately, the spread of AI does...

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Nov 27, 2019

The employee performance review is a key resource of crucial feedback both for the manager and employee. But not knowing what and how to convey such an important message is daunting and risky especially when it is critical to morale-boosting for an employee. So it is of great importance that we get ...

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Nov 27, 2019

Over the last twelve months, in response to the pressing need to prioritise staff recruitment and retention, we have seen a tremendous groundswell of enthusiasm and interest in employee development. Businesses are waking up to the idea that helping staff to bring their best, most fulfilled selves in...

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Nov 27, 2019

There are probably many reasons why you decided to become an HR professional in the first place. Perhaps it’s because you’re driven by a desire to help others learn, grow, and develop in their respective careers. Or maybe it’s because you’ve got a sharp eye for spotting amazi...

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Nov 26, 2019

My free eBook, How Can You Use Personalized eLearning To Drive Employee Performance And Achieve Higher ROI, is designed to help you understand the value of adopting personalized eLearning. It additionally provides insights on how it can be used to craft learning experiences that are relevant and eng...

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Nov 26, 2019

Candidate experience is how positively or negatively your applicants feel about your recruitment process. This includes everything from the initial application form to onboarding and training. With the rise of candidate and interview reviews, it is more important than ever to ensure the candidate ex...

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Nov 26, 2019

In this week's podcast episode the guest is Rupert Morrison, CEO of OrgVue and the conversation centres around organisational planning and workforce planning. In this clip, Rupert outlines his thoughts on the changes HR needs to make to focus more on strategic workforce planning.

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Nov 26, 2019

Before you can start to utilize the 70 20 10 model in your learning and development strategy, you need to understand it. Let’s explain what this model is, the types of learning it supports, and how it can be leveraged to build a high performance workforce. 70 20 10 is a learning and developmen...

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Nov 26, 2019

Challenges Of Using The 70 20 10 Model. The 70 20 10 model proposes that: 70% is experiential learning, which happens through completing daily tasks, challenges, and practice. This learning is usually self-directed and allows employees to learn through on-the-job experiences. 20% is social learning ...

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Nov 25, 2019

Strong businesses and dynamic workplaces power the economy. As the voice of all things work, workers and the workplace, SHRM is shaping the way employers and employees thrive together. As a driver of social and economic change in the workplace, we foster mutually beneficial work environments that se...

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Nov 25, 2019

This list of 4 changes expected to happen in 2020 will help to guide your talent acquisition strategy. What trends should you focus on in your talent acquisition planning for 2020? Check out our 4 main predictions that will help you prepare.

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Nov 25, 2019

There can be no denying that there are significant struggles for HR professionals today. The rising costs of employee benefits provision are proving a big challenge for many organisations as they try to juggle the differing needs and priorities of their employees. Our annual Benefits Strategy and Be...

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Nov 25, 2019

While many fear the future of work, the honest truth is that it is here already. Companies are in a high state of anxiety, trying to figure how best to adapt and ensure talent gaps are filled. Imbalances in the market such as income equality and the ratio of capable talent to high-skill jobs have re...

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Nov 25, 2019

Last week Thomas Otter and I met with executives from Workfront in update briefings that covered how the company sees the world of work, what it is offering in the market and how it sees the evolution of work management, which can be broadly termed 'worktech.' In the evening, Workfront hoste...

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Nov 24, 2019

Employee data protection is a serious business. Some human resources professionals are failing to take employee data protection concerns seriously, according to a survey from GetApp, an online resource for businesses exploring software as a service (SaaS) products and a Gartner company. The survey r...

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Nov 21, 2019

Let’s take a quick look at the statistics. According to the Glassdoor, organizations with a robust onboarding process improve new hire retention by 82% and productivity by over 70%. Companies with weak onboarding programs lose the confidence of their candidates and are more likely to lose thes...

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Nov 21, 2019

Thanksgiving is a holiday that reminds us to be thankful for everyone and everything we have in our lives. It’s an important time to reflect on your year, be together with family, friends, and coworkers, and give back to the greater community. While Thanksgiving is typically celebrated at home...

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Nov 21, 2019

Hiring is up in today’s tight labor market, including among people with disabilities and other often-overlooked groups. As more job seekers with disabilities are hired, employers are realizing the great potential in this large and diverse talent pool. However, bias and lack of awareness remain...

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Nov 20, 2019

The HR function is dealing with a range of questions: How can it prove its relevance within its organization and bring strategic value? How can it design an employee experience that responds to evolving demands? And how can it utilize technology to truly understand the needs and motivations of emplo...

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Nov 20, 2019

Every company needs to have an HR department. It’s the law, actually. But beyond the pressure of governing legislature, human resources are a vital component of every growth-oriented company nowadays, simply because of the value that HR professionals bring to the modern workplace, as well as t...

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Nov 20, 2019

Human Capital Management (HCM) is dened as a set of practices for managing human resources, with the goal of achieving organizational competency for workforce acquisition, management and optimization. HCM software is an umbrella system that impacts all people processes and drives automation, eciency...

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Nov 20, 2019

As a recruiter or HR manager, you know that HR departments collect vast amounts of HR data. Unfortunately, this data remains unused. Keeping records is insufficient to add strategic value in both hiring and performance.

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Nov 20, 2019

Do you lack automation in your department? Looking for tech-orienting your workplace? Tap your back! Because this article will read out some useful and important piece of advice you must follow before making a commitment. The commitment would be anything the merchant, right time to make a call, or t...

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Nov 20, 2019

The study of human resources has long been a passion of mine. I lived through the years when it was thought to be a purely administrative function. I fought through the years as we struggled to bring the HR perspective to the strategic table. I stumbled through the years when I was assigned tasks fr...

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Nov 19, 2019

An important reminder to HR leaders and professionals to incorporate innately human qualities in the workplace in the face of increasing digital tools and technology. There is no question about whether HR must embrace technology and make the best use of new-age tools and digital platforms. However, ...

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Nov 19, 2019

As automation and digitalization continuously reinvent work, employers and employees alike face the urgent challenge of keeping up with ever-shifting skill requirements. Doing so effectively in an endlessly evolving workplace, however, requires that organizations move from episodic corporate trainin...

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Nov 18, 2019

Great onboarding sets the stage for your employees’ success. One way to improve onboarding is by using tools like employee onboarding surveys. Read this Culture Amp blog to see what questions you should include in your onboarding survey.

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Nov 18, 2019

Amy interviews People Passion's Director, Lara for tips for Employers recruiting in the new year. Mental Wellbeing is becoming a key focus in the workplace and in the community. It’s important to provide your Employees with access to support lines when they might need it most.

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Nov 18, 2019

Employers in the healthcare field know how time-consuming it can be to balance providing quality service for better patient outcomes with effective, streamlined administration of their employees. The healthcare industry is one of the most highly regulated and report-intensive industries out there. A...

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Nov 18, 2019

Business is still seen by many as a mere factory for making money for shareholders, rather than as an organisation with intention of identifying solutions and improving quality of life for various stakeholders. A dominant strategy for many businesses is to put profits before people, forgetting that,...

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Nov 18, 2019

You might’ve read about Microsoft Japan testing the four-day workweek in the summer of 2019 recently. The story swept across the internet, in part, because the results were so eye-opening: Microsoft Japan found that employee productivity jumped 40 percent. Efficiency was increased in many othe...

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Nov 18, 2019

With large-scale technology disruption, organizations will need to respond in a transformational way. It means rethinking how organizations approach workforce skills and talent management. This report highlights the future skills your organization will need in 2020 and how you can prepare your workf...

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Nov 18, 2019

With large-scale technology disruption, organizations will need to respond in a transformational way. It means rethinking how organizations approach workforce skills and talent management. This report highlights the future skills your organization will need in 2020 and how you can prepare your workf...

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Nov 18, 2019

With large-scale technology disruption, organizations will need to respond in a transformational way. It means rethinking how organizations approach workforce skills and talent management. This report highlights the future skills your organization will need in 2020 and how you can prepare your workf...

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Nov 18, 2019

With large-scale technology disruption, organizations will need to respond in a transformational way. It means rethinking how organizations approach workforce skills and talent management. This report highlights the future skills your organization will need in 2020 and how you can prepare your work...

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Nov 18, 2019

With large-scale technology disruption, organizations will need to respond in a transformational way. It means rethinking how organizations approach workforce skills and talent management. This report highlights the future skills your organization will need in 2020 and how you can prepare your workf...

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Nov 17, 2019

One of the most amazing benefits of social learning is that it’s all about giving and taking. Employees have the opportunity to share what they know with the team as well as learn from others’ mistakes. Aside from structured online training tools, like demos and tutorials, employee train...

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Nov 15, 2019

Looking after our physical selves at work has never been so important. Overwork, lack of managerial support and constant change create ideal circumstances for pressure and ultimately, executive burnout. The picture is not improving either. The rates of work related stress in the UK have remained fla...

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Nov 15, 2019

As the global economy shifts toward an increasingly digital standard, the preferences and expectations of employees are dramatically changing. In order for organizations to build successful environments for their workers, more progressive strategies must be implemented. With much of the Baby Boomer ...

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Nov 14, 2019

We are faced with a significant talent drain in America. While we have a talented and capable workforce, there is a lack of education, training and support for many young workers as they pursue their education and start their careers. Recently Federal Reserve Chairman Powell noted during his testimo...

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Nov 14, 2019

We always remind clients of the need to start recruitment planned for the New Year, before Christmas. Why? Let’s say that they miss year’s end recruitment and start searching and recruiting in late January/early February (along with all of their competitors). They’ll make an offer ...

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Nov 13, 2019

99% of workers are distracted. This is the reality for more than 5,000 office workers around the world that we surveyed this year. More than a third of them are always or very often distracted. Download our eBook to learn more about what's really distracting your teams and what you can do to hel...

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Nov 13, 2019

Open offices are often loud, chaotic, and full of distractions that keep your team from getting work done. That’s where we come in, with solutions that avert open office perils. Open offices are often loud, chaotic, and full of distractions that keep your team from getting work done. That&rsqu...

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Nov 13, 2019

CAHRS Managing Director talks about various human capital management systems companies are using during HR redesign.

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Nov 13, 2019

Human resource management (HRM) is the strategic approach towards effective people management in a company or organization such that it helps the business gain a competitive advantage. It is designed to maximize employee performance in the service of an employer's strategic objectives.

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Nov 13, 2019

There are several different classifications of employees and identifying an employee incorrectly can have major repercussions. Seasonal employees and temporary employees may seem as one in the same, but in fact, there are differences. Seasonal employees are ones who work around the same time each ye...

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Nov 12, 2019

There are many benefits to outsourcing your employee onboarding needs to an external corporate training company, but there are 10 factors you should consider beforehand to ensure you are making the best decision. One of the most important factors to consider is the amount of money you have to put to...

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Nov 12, 2019

Starting a new job can be a massively daunting task. There is a pressing urge to impress, and a need to prove competency. But the environment is foreign, and everybody is new! We already featured a post about building a strong overall onboarding process. So today, I thought I’d talk to some of...

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Nov 12, 2019

Starting a new employee is always going to be a daunting step, both for the new recruit and for the recruiter. They say the first few weeks are often the toughest because your employees may decide to leave for pastures new. But a good onboarding can prevent all of that. In fact, research on Glassdoo...

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Nov 11, 2019

It’s a well-documented trend that the rise of digital channels such as webchat, apps, FAQs, etc., has led to a change in the way contact centers handle interactions. The routine, “easy” interactions are now handled by self-service channels. Deflecting these low-value interactions h...

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Nov 11, 2019

How to do performance management? This is the question that we are answering in this video. Learning Bites are part of AIHR’s mission to make HR future-proof by offering world-class online education programs available anywhere, anytime.

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Nov 11, 2019

How multiple kinds of artificial intelligence can help managers identify the right course of action. To test the potential of using new artificial intelligence (Al) technologies like natural language processing and machine learning to improve employee listening techniques and results, Lighthouse Res...

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Nov 08, 2019

Payroll is an integral part of any business and it is an important HR / accounting function that needs to be handled with the utmost caution and confidentiality. While payroll processing is known to be very time consuming and hectic, making sure that this process is as efficient and streamlined as p...

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Nov 08, 2019

The global economy and the rise of the remote workforce have changed how businesses are run. In fact, 53 percent of companies are using flexible talent to tap into a global talent pool and reduce employee turnover. What’s more, 66 percent of employers report increased productivity for remote w...

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Nov 08, 2019

How are human capital leaders taking steps toward total talent management? What benefits are they experiencing already? And what's on their 2020 roadmap? Watch now for insights from your peers and subject matter experts, onsite at the 2019 HR Technology Conference & Expo and ProcureCon.

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Nov 07, 2019

Businesses across the world often consider payroll to be a necessary interference that happens as part of being in business. This couldn’t be further from the truth; payroll efficiency, compliance and accuracy are key to employee engagement and productivity. As a result, the payroll function h...

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Nov 07, 2019

Why companies need to focus on employee experience to drive success. The link between employee experience and business performance is clear but HR teams believe they need to radically change how they listen to their people to drive transformation. That’s the key finding of the Questback State ...

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Nov 07, 2019

In today’s workplace, predictability isn’t a guarantee. Research from the Economic Policy Institute found that around 10% of the U.S. workforce deals with irregular or on-call scheduling, while 7% works split or rotating shifts. No one wins with this lack of stability, which creates chal...

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Nov 07, 2019

It’s rare that I meet an employer that doesn’t run an employee survey. Whether it’s annually, monthly or daily, everyone reading this has probably completed one at least once while at work. I once worked for an organisation that sent their employee surveys out just after they issue...

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Nov 07, 2019

Coming out of the 2019 HR Technology Conference & Expo, there seem to be a thousand emerging technologies to improve the hiring process. Machines can organize databases, create a better user experience and track end-to-end processes. Once we've conquered those things it's up to the human...

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Nov 06, 2019

Artificial intelligence’ and ‘machine learning’ are buzzwords you might find in any given publication centered around technology, but there’s another popular phrase that HR professionals might want to be aware of: robotic process automation. Robotic process automation, or RPA for short, can be defin...

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Nov 06, 2019

Amidst the talk of whether Artificial Intelligence will improve our jobs or take them away, recruiting is one industry where there’s an acknowledgment that the human touch will always be fundamental. In fact, Artificial Intelligence has already changed the way the recruiting industry operates:...

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Nov 05, 2019

In this short interview, hear from David Green and Jonathan Ferrar on why HR needs to learn about People Analytics. If you're interested in learning about the HR skills of the future, you can join the myHRfuture Academy. Watch. Listen. Learn. Succeed. All in one collaborative space.

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Nov 05, 2019

In this short interview, hear from David Green and Jonathan Ferrar on why HR needs to learn about People Analytics. If you're interested in learning about the HR skills of the future, you can join the myHRfuture Academy. Watch. Listen. Learn. Succeed. All in one collaborative space.

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Nov 05, 2019

So, you want to reduce employee turnover, and you already know how you want to do it? Great. All you need to do now, is get buy-in from your board. Unfortunately, simply proving that you have a turnover problem might not cut it. It might not even be enough to prove that you know how to reduce that t...

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Nov 04, 2019

Cash is a "hygiene" factor, meaning organizations have to get pay right, but incremental investments do not have a significant impact. Intangible rewards are the most effective motivators. Improving engagement levels among staff can increase revenue by as much as 23%.

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Nov 04, 2019

As generation Z enter the workforce hot on the heels of millennials, they bring with them fresh skills and innovative ideas. This generation has new expectations and ways of working, and this puts employers in the uniquely challenging position of adapting to an unknown and ambitious group of workers...

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Nov 04, 2019

Each year, the IRS issues billions of dollars in fines to business owners in the United States. In most cases, the penalties are for payroll errors. This is why finding a way to optimize the payroll process and reduce any mistakes is essential. Staying on the cutting edge of payroll technology and t...

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Nov 04, 2019

If you want to boost your hiring strategy, there is one key question you should be focused on: What will make our company stand out in the final rounds of an applicant’s job hunt? Apply these top 5 tips and you’ll most definitely stand out from the crowd and secure the top talent! Today&...

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Nov 04, 2019

Are you worried about compliance? You’re not alone! Compliance keeps most HR professionals up at night. In fact, studies show most people professionals list it as one of their top concerns. That probably comes as no surprise as non-compliance can lead to costly fines and penalties for your com...

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Nov 04, 2019

It might sound like a joke, but it isn’t. According to the WEF2019 Global Risks Report, cyberattacks are the number five global threat over a 10-year horizon. Data fraud or theft comes in fourth. If your company hasn’t been attacked yet, consider yourselves lucky. Different industries ar...

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Nov 04, 2019

Most multinational companies should have global employment policies that are lawful and reflect company culture not a global handbook that dictates exactly what must be done under any circumstances. Employers often would prefer a uniform approach, but uniformity has proven problematic when it comes ...

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Nov 01, 2019

Until recently, the Accounts Payable Department at The Cleveland Sight Center struggled for efficiency and turned to KeyBank for help. KeyBank offered automated accounts payable solutions that streamlined their processing, enhanced visibility, and boosted efficiency. As a result of the change, CSC w...

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Oct 31, 2019

Following a series of high-profile crisis incidents, response protocols and planning have become a major focus for many UK businesses. Given the varied and unpredictable nature of attacks in a modern, digital era, it is critical that HR professionals take the lead in train and educating their people...

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Oct 30, 2019

The most critical element of success for a business is its workforce. When recruiting and selecting the best person for any job use these selection criteria provided by Brenda McChriston, CEO and Principal of Spectrum HR Solutions.

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Oct 30, 2019

Every business, as indeed the whole economy, is ultimately made up of human beings – individuals acting and reacting in ways that build success or failure. And, thus, it is people who make up the true strength of any company. Having the right set of people for the enterprise, who interact in p...

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Oct 30, 2019

Just 10% of HR professionals considered neurodiversity in their organisation's people management practices. Here, we share some insights on how HR professionals can create an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees. A poll conducted by the CIPD in 2018 found that just 10% ...

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Oct 29, 2019

Gen Zers represent 5% of the total U.S. labor force, or roughly 9 million people. Born on or after 1995, this group is the fastest growing generation of workers. If you’re hiring recent graduates, students, or seasonal workers, chances are you’re hiring a Gen Zer. Gen Zers care more abou...

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Oct 29, 2019

Women in their 50s and 60s are making up a bigger part of the workforce than ever before and yet very few employers are equipped to support their wellbeing needs. Britain’s workforce is changing, and it’s changing fast. New figures last month showed that in the last 20 years, the number ...

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Oct 29, 2019

Microlearning To Drive Employee Engagement Explained. “It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog.” Mark Twain. Perhaps because I’m a dog-lover, this quote had always resonated with me. And despite the incongruity it’s a really gr...

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Oct 28, 2019

Attracting and retaining top talent is a hiring challenge. Unemployment rates in the US and parts of Europe are at record lows, and talented candidates are beginning to understand that the power is in their hands. This phenomenon is most pronounced in industries where there’s a growing skills ...

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Oct 28, 2019

With employment levels at a record high, and key industries reporting skills shortages, businesses across the country are struggling to find the right talent. To navigate the impasse, business owners and HR teams need to be more creative in their recruitment. By being more inclusive in their hiring ...

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Oct 28, 2019

I’m really looking forward to this upcoming webinar on recruiting in the age of AI. Together with SmartSearch on Thursday, Nov. 7, I’ll be diving into one of the keys to empowering recruitment today: using the latest AI technology. We all know that to be successful, any organization has ...

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Oct 28, 2019

How to get started with HR Analytics? This is the question that we are answering in this video. Learning Bites are part of AIHR’s efforts to make HR future-proof by offering world-class online education programs available anywhere, anytime.

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Oct 28, 2019

The onboarding process is becoming increasingly important when it comes to improving your profit margins. It is the process that teaches new hires the necessary skills and behaviors to become productive members of an organization. How does this impact ROI? The better the onboarding process the faste...

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Oct 28, 2019

Walk into a retail store, and you’ve already seen the evidence. Each year it seems to arrive faster, and the holiday season is upon us yet again. For employees, this has many implications both in and out of the workplace. For HR, we need to be strategic with our holiday workplace happenings. H...

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Oct 28, 2019

Business leaders will again be greeted by a challenging business environment in 2019. As with all challenges, opportunities abound for leaders who can effectively manage the changes required and deliver strategies for sustainable success.

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Oct 28, 2019

About a year ago Amazon scrapped their planned machine learning solution for recruitment and executive search. This industry has already benefited from substantial investment in AI and machine learning, however, it is generally provided to support the capacity to source talented candidates across th...

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Oct 25, 2019

How can organizations provide a better employee experience using design thinking? Julie Stanford, Principal at Sliced Bread Design and Faculty Member at the Stanford d.school, “Takes 5” questions in this video from VMware.

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Oct 25, 2019

On Wednesday, October 23rd, the Buffalo Niagara Human Resources Association hosted their monthly professional development event: Diversity in Hiring. It’s more than policy, it’s best practice. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and the BNHRA was excited to host an ...

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Oct 24, 2019

Innovation is central to the success of Corning Inc. Its management has always prioritized finding and hiring top talent to help develop its new, life-changing inventions and category-defining products. Learn how SAP SuccessFactors and SAP DBS have helped Corning, Inc. to streamline HR operations an...

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Oct 24, 2019

For an intangible force, culture has a critical impact on every part of your business. The Society for Human Resource Management recently released a report on the high costs of a toxic workplace. This report revealed that 20 percent of employees have left their job due to the culture of their organi...

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Oct 24, 2019

One of the great things about National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM) is the interesting events being organized to discuss this topic and work on solutions. This month I attended the second annual Disability Inclusion Forum hosted by Business for Impact, a program of Georgetown Unive...

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Oct 23, 2019

If you’re like me, one of the first things you do when you leave the house in the morning is put on your headset. I may be joining a meeting, calling a friend, getting coffee – sometimes all three – before I even set foot in the office. When I get to work, I’m collaborating w...

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Oct 23, 2019

Automation undoubtedly makes life easier for recruiters. From sifting through dozens of resumes in microseconds to sending candidate-rejection emails, automated software and processes streamline operations. But all the manual configuration and repetitive performance in the world can’t eliminat...

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Oct 23, 2019

Individualism is on the rise in America. It has always shaped the American ethos, giving Americans the values of personal autonomy, ambition, and liberty. Collectivist societies, on the other hand, emphasize social harmony and interdependence, which sometimes leads to the belief that the good of the...

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Oct 22, 2019

It seems like every photo shown of a business in action these days features a bunch of people in a huddle room, looking productive – just like our own Poly beauty shot below. But the technology that is IN the room really matters most to the people who are joining remotely – the people NO...

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Oct 22, 2019

From resumes and emergency contact forms to I-9’s, W-4’s, e-mails, and PDF documents, human resources departments tend to get engulfed in extensive amounts of paper documents. As a result, managing HR processes such as HR onboarding for new employees can be a mammoth task.

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Oct 22, 2019

We would imagine most modern businesses are familiar with the concept of customer experience and customer journey mapping. Whether you’ve actually found the time, headspace and inclination to get your flow-chart on is another story! It is reported that the biggest time for customer churn - the...

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Oct 22, 2019

I got to see Marcus Buckingham speak at the HR Technology Conference in Vegas a couple of weeks ago. I think it’s the 2,319th time I’ve seen him speak. I’m not sure if I’ve seen Marcus or Josh Bersin speak more, it’s probably almost a tie. Basically, if you go to HR con...

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Oct 21, 2019

Engagement with the workforce is fundamental to business performance. Everyone knows that, right? We’re in an age where there is a distinct lack of trust of corporations, business leaders, and, of course, politicians. It’s an age where everything is changing, all of the time. Faith and b...

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Oct 21, 2019

October brings pumpkin spice lattes, colorful fall leaves, and sweater weather. In the HR universe, October brings Open Enrollment, and it’s an important time of the year! There is a lot that goes into gearing up for open enrollment, like compiling employee censuses, reviewing employee benefit...

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Oct 17, 2019

Open enrollment is one of the most important and frustrating times of the year both for HR professionals and employees. It can be especially stressful for HR teams. Why? Because employees count on these benefits to take care of themselves and their families, but it can be challenging to get them eng...

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Oct 16, 2019

As the first generation of digital natives, millennials have ushered in new approaches to workforce engagement, while each new workforce generation brings its own unique challenges to the status quo. That’s why, in this era of digital HR transformation, understanding millennials and the genera...

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Oct 16, 2019

Learn about the HR skills of the future by joining the myHRfuture Academy. Watch. Listen. Learn. Succeed. All in one collaborative space. Access bitesized learning content to help you build knowledge in skills such as People Analytics, Digital HR and HR Technology, Design Thinking and Workforce Plan...

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Oct 15, 2019

This report is about a powerful weapon in business - one that only the most successful leaders know how to wield. The truth is, many organizations only scratch the surface when it comes to harnessing employee engagement to reach their team’s potential. Here at TINYpulse, we’re on a missi...

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Oct 15, 2019

Hear why developing in the learning and development of your employees is rewarding for both the employee and your organization. Leaders from Nestle, Commvault, SiteOne Landscape Supply and Maui Jim weigh in on the importance of development for retaining top talent.

blog article

Oct 15, 2019

What You Should Be Aware Of When Designing An Employee Onboarding Program. Your onboarding program leaves a lasting impression. Employees decided whether to stay with an organization within the first couple of months. 20% of new hires leave for new opportunities within the first 45 days. This m...

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Oct 15, 2019

The digitalization has had a great effect on the services and production processes of many institutions. While the external processes have undergone a digital transformation the internal processes as Human Resources (HR) still show a paper-based and bureaucratic process in many organizations. In thi...

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Oct 15, 2019

There’s a lot of talk and focus on diversity and inclusion in the workplace but, we often overlook the acts of discrimination that unconsciously occur during the hiring process. HR and recruitment teams are becoming more aware of these risks and are putting checks in place to remove any form o...

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Oct 14, 2019

Most researchers consider millennials to be those born between 1981 and 1995. Going well into their 30s, they’re no longer the future of the workforce but they are very much the present now making up a dominant 35% of the UK workforce. Why is the Millennial generation so important for your bus...

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Oct 14, 2019

Traditionally, candidates were hired based on their educational background and work experience. Today, the rapid development of technology has significantly decreased the shelf life of formal education and changed hiring requirements. Even tech giants like IBM, Google, and Apple no longer require a ...

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Oct 14, 2019

Now that a new generation of employees has entered the picture, the modern work environment has become more complex than ever. If you look at different companies, you’ll see offices with a mix of employees from various age groups. To be particular, an influx of millennials and Gen Z employees ...

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Oct 14, 2019

Sandy Gould, VP of talent acquisition at Verizon Media, explains how he fosters talent by allowing people to express their individuality in the workplace and in how they grow their careers.

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Oct 14, 2019

Often thought of as an ‘old person’s disease’, dementia isn’t always top of mind for employers today. However, it’s vast becoming an issue that employers simply can’t afford to ignore. The number of cases is increasing and now 40,000 of the 850,000 dementia suffer...

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Oct 14, 2019

Technology is advancing fast and virtual simulations are becoming the norm in corporate employee training. There are various platforms for improving staff skills and knowledge, like VR, AR, online desktop simulations and a mix between them. But, running a simulation program alone doesn't guarant...

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Oct 14, 2019

Work trends come and go, but some have staying power. I have noticed seven trends that companies looking to scale and stay relevant should pay attention to. As a population, we’re long past the concept of the 9-to-5, 40-hour workweek. The ubiquity of technology has resulted in most professiona...

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Oct 10, 2019

If your company has a marketing department, you might want to leverage marketing’s skills to create and collaborate on your employer brand. Or, if you want a more DIY approach, you can take it on yourself with these tips. Here’s to how to effectively, consistently, and clearly communicat...

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Oct 10, 2019

As 2020 is knocking at the door, businesses can no longer use outdated, generic training methods and expect them to yield results. Here, we discuss how managers can leverage technology to personalize their training programs and provide their employees the attention they need. Most people understand ...

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Oct 10, 2019

Business success depends on a variety of factors, and the recruiting trend landscape is no exception. An analysis of today’s market suggests an economy shaped by several factors, including a gig economy that continues to expand, and a skills gap bemoaned by many HR professionals. The unemploym...

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Oct 10, 2019

Understanding the root causes of absenteeism can help employers tackle mental health in the workplace. There is a lot employers can do to help break the taboo of mental health, including having systems in place so they can uncover the reasons behind employee absence. A recent survey conducted by Cen...

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Oct 09, 2019

Today’s age-diverse workforce brings with it a wide range of wellbeing issues. How can HR professionals and employers develop an effective strategy that caters to a multigenerational workforce? It’s no secret that employers, who prioritise employee wellbeing and look after their staff we...

blog article

Oct 09, 2019

Online training is a critical part of any business venture. It allows you to beat out the competition and retain your top talent. As an employer, you always want to know whether the investments you put in your business are delivering the results you are looking forward to. So how do you know whether...

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Oct 09, 2019

Not all executive search firms are created equal, and not every firm is the right fit for a given recruitment. The following resource presents ten fundamental questions that organizations can rely upon to explore which executive search firm is suited for them – for a specific search, and as a truste...

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Oct 08, 2019

Ongoing employee feedback is the key to moving away from outdated performance reviews and helping people develop. Well-constructed employee feedback examples are great tools for you and your team to start creating a culture of feedback.

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Oct 08, 2019

Cliff Howe, Director of Learning and Development at Cox Enterprises, discusses the value that Skillsoft Aspire learning journeys deliver to employees by making the connection between learning and long-term career development.

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Oct 08, 2019

Training simulations are taking center stage in the corporate business environment. This immersive learning strategy allows employees to experience and solve real-world issues in a virtual setting while removing risk factors. A simulated life-like experience helps to educate people in a fun and memo...

blog article

Oct 08, 2019

2020 is shaping as a watershed for the executive search industry, but perhaps more importantly, if we look at likely partnerships between executive search professionals and employer organisations, many of these challenges are certain to be shared.

1. The Talent Shortage

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Oct 08, 2019

Richard Branson is famous for the quote, “Train people well enough so they can leave. Treat them well enough so they don’t want to.” This belief in the value of caring for employees was a prominent theme running through all the sessions at the 2019 Human Resources Executive HR Tech...

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Oct 07, 2019

Attraction: Be well-known in the industry. Have a great company culture. Make compensation and benefits appealing. Recruitment: Utilize employee referrals. Use different recruitment platforms. Be specific with qualifications. Onboarding: Have a detailed job description. Communicate the company value...

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Oct 07, 2019

How will organizations increasingly win over talent with technology? Greg Pryor, SVP and people and performance evangelist for Workday, “Takes 5” questions on the topic in this video from VMware. Read the whole story at VMware Radius: vmware.com/radius/employee-experience-management.

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Oct 07, 2019

Open enrollment is one of the most important times of the year for organizations; however, complex and ongoing changes to health care and retirement plans can create confusion that leads to poor choices. With proper planning, employers can develop communication strategies to help employees make the ...

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Oct 03, 2019

No matter whether your business is large or small, knowing when it’s time to hire someone new is always tough. Employees cost money and so does the search for the right candidate. So how do you know when it’s time to open up a new position? The first step is to look at the workload of yo...

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Oct 03, 2019

Finding undeniable talent in today’s market can be a struggle. High-demand fields are faced with a large number of openings and a low number of compatible candidates to fill them. However, there could be other reasons your company is falling short when it comes to finding your latest employee....

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Oct 03, 2019

The answers to HR’s most pressing business problems everything from troubleshooting a recruiting pipeline to predicting labor costs, overtime and turnover are in their company’s HR, payroll, ATS and time systems. But HR professionals are constantly fighting an uphill battle. They aren&rs...

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Oct 03, 2019

Recruiting for a small business can be a make-or-break enterprise every additional person has the potential to make a huge difference. Here, recruitment experts Nick Mortimer and Meighan Farley look at a few of the key challenges you could face when hiring, and how to tackle them. Being the first HR...

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Oct 02, 2019

In collaboration with the EHS Daily Advisor, I recently conducted a webinar, Workplace Bullying: Costs and Solutions, that offered organizations practical advice and tips on taking a more proactive approach to foster a positive workplace. Workplace bullying is not a new subject for this blog. My col...

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Oct 02, 2019

Human resources is not for the weak-hearted. Managing the employee experience, recruiting top talent, overseeing benefits enrollment, and processing payroll just begin to scratch the surface of an HR practitioner’s day. All of those responsibilities require a select, unique set of skills and n...

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Oct 01, 2019

In order to retain and nurture talent and remain competitive, organizations constantly invest in training. Today’s rapidly changing business dynamics demand quick skilling or upskilling. While many organizations predominantly use facilitated, face-to-face ILT sessions, a significant percentage...

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Oct 01, 2019

Small businesses may not have the resources or budget of their larger counterparts for learning and development activities, but that doesn’t mean they should simply ignore it. Here are some practical tips to ensure your team are still getting the opportunities for learning that they need. Are ...

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Sep 30, 2019

Organizations recognize that reimagining every aspect of the workplace will be critical to winning the war for top talent. By 2021, Generation Z are expected to compose 20% of the US workforce1 , so investing in digital solutions to create the working environment they expect  while also caterin...

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Sep 30, 2019

Hiring skilled candidates with disabilities lets you acquire top talent in the industry and create a unique corporate culture. Are you leveraging the power of this hidden talent pool? In case you haven’t noticed, there is a hidden talent pool just waiting to bring value and opportunity to your...

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Sep 30, 2019

It’s not just big companies that need to consider employee engagement – it’s equally important for small businesses to do this. Here are some practical tips to help SMEs get to grips with it. At the end, one of the participants came to speak with me. He ran a small business, and he...

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Sep 29, 2019

As a new employee eligible for Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) coverage, you will automatically be enrolled in: HealthSelect of Texas®, a point-of-service health plan, which includes prescription drug coverage. $5,000 Basic Term Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&...

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Sep 27, 2019

2015 80% HR professionals' most important issue in 2015: culture and engagement. 18% Employees who are engaged are 18% less likely to change employers in a 12-month period. 91% 91% of highly engaged employees try their hardest at work, compared with 67% of disengaged employees. $2,400 Employee e...

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Sep 27, 2019

Move over, Millennials. Generation Z is entering the workforce this year. The first members of the cohort, born between 1997 and 2012, are ready to be wooed by recruiters, but they aren’t impressed by the free food, ping pong tables and start-up style workspaces that once wowed Millennials. In...

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Sep 27, 2019

In the second of a three-part series exploring the discipline of workforce analytics, Jonathan Ferrar discusses the misconceptions around HR analytics. Perhaps the biggest misdirection or mystery surrounding HR analytics is what it is, and what it is not. HR analytics is not a discipline that is onl...

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Sep 27, 2019

At some point in our lives, we’ve all been in a situation where we felt we didn’t belong. Perhaps it was that birthday party of a friend of a friend where you just couldn’t find anything in common. Maybe you were underdressed for a professional conference. When faced with these typ...

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Sep 27, 2019

Even though it is difficult to admit, we have unconscious biases that influence our interactions and decisions in the workplace. If we do not check those biases, organizational leaders and HR professionals might create unintended outcomes. A few years ago, I didn’t pursue a career opportunity ...

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Sep 26, 2019

An Adobe study found that 20% of those surveyed consider quitting their jobs after a negative performance review? This can leave a significant dent in your leadership pipeline, disturbing business continuity. In this article, we discuss: Why appraisal season is the right time to rethink your leaders...

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Sep 26, 2019

While informal peer-to-peer learning is known to drive 70% of learning at work, how can L&D leaders facilitate this social learning in a more structured way? Download the ebook to walk away with: A 3-stage approach and framework to help you design effective social learning programs at your organizat...

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Sep 26, 2019

While informal peer-to-peer learning is known to drive 70% of learning at work, how can L&D leaders facilitate this social learning in a more structured way? Download the ebook to walk away with: A 3-stage approach and framework to help you design effective social learning programs at your organizat...

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Sep 25, 2019

How wellness and mindfulness gain importance in our everyday lives, it becomes imperative for organisations to include these in their HR practices. Hotelivate Executive Search is a leadership advisory firm which offers innovative and technology enabled solutions to leaders in the hospitality, food a...

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Sep 25, 2019

The staffing industry is experiencing a surge of growth: 79% of industry professionals believe revenues will increase in 2019. To keep up with the demand for highquality candidates, staffing agencies need to efficiently grow their own team and talent pool, without sacrificing the client experience. ...

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Sep 25, 2019

One in four Americans say they dread going to work each morning, and almost half of American workers have thought about leaving their current jobs. Those statistics point to a grim reality for today’s employers: We have a culture crisis at work. And it’s costly. SHRM’s new report, ...

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Sep 25, 2019

High-trust organizations generally perform better over time than their low-trust counterparts. They’re innovative. These organizations tend to have more pleasant workplaces than low-trust organizations. In fact, low-trust organizations tend to damage the lives and health of those condemned to ...

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Sep 25, 2019

Sodexo is the world’s 19th largest employer, offering a wide range of facility services globally, designed to improve quality of life for customers across multiple sectors. In the hugely competitive services and facility management sector, customer service and the effective connection of people to ...

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Sep 24, 2019

This perception of individual significance is no small thing. No matter what our role within an organisation, be it CEO, front office or production line, we should walk with our heads held high. Noteworthy implications arise from this, however. A key theme in ethics is that power brings with it resp...

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Sep 24, 2019

In previous articles in this series I’ve talked about the nature of ethics, outlining three basic moral aims that we can use in assessing the morality of our businesses and our own management practice. These are: To nurture others. To nurture our species as a whole. To nurture all life. I...

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Sep 23, 2019

Confused with all of the pricing options for business intelligence software? Download The 2019 Business Intelligence Pricing Guide for a comprehensive list of steps and considerations before purchasing business intelligence software. The 2019 Business Intelligence Pricing Guide includes: Pricing mod...

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Sep 23, 2019

Make more informed decisions when selecting Payroll Software for your business. Only products with the top scores for Usability and User Recommendations made the cut as FrontRunners."FrontRunners, Powered by Gartner Methodology, utilizes real reviews from software users to highlight the top software...

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Sep 23, 2019

Make more informed decisions when selecting Applicant Tracking Systems Software for your business. Only products with the top scores for Usability and User Recommendations made the cut as FrontRunners. FrontRunners, Powered by Gartner Methodology, utilizes real reviews from software users to highlig...

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Sep 23, 2019

Evaluating Applicant Tracking Systems software solutions can be overwhelming. Software Advice has created this free guide to help you navigate the vendor landscape. In this guide, we will explore 4 key points to buying software: What Is Applicant Tracking Systems Software? Common Features of Applica...

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Sep 23, 2019

Evaluating Payroll software solutions can be overwhelming. Software Advice has created this free guide to help you navigate the vendor landscape. In this guide, we will explore 4 key points to buying software: What Is Payroll Software? Common Features of Payroll Software What Type of Buyer Are You? ...

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Sep 23, 2019

Evaluating Human Resources software solutions can be overwhelming. Software Advice has created this free guide to help you navigate the vendor landscape. In this guide, we will explore 4 key points to buying software: What Is Human Resources Software? Common Features of Human Resources Software What...

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Sep 23, 2019

Confused with all of the pricing options for applicant tracking software? Download The 2019 Applicant Tracking Pricing Guide for a comprehensive list of steps and considerations before purchasing applicant tracking software. The 2019 Applicant Tracking Pricing Guide includes: Pricing models Price ra...

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Sep 23, 2019

In a difficult hiring environment, the best strategy is to keep the employees you have. Here are some employee engagement and retention strategies that work to do that. For much of the past decade, HR departments everywhere in the world have been dealing with an unprecedented challenge. That challen...

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Sep 20, 2019

Guidance for Change Management sets forth a set of steps to facilitate a successful physical or cultural transition for the workforce. Many of these steps mirror the OPM Workforce Planning Model, while factoring in important decision points to improve transformation outcomes and manage change.

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Sep 20, 2019

Strong businesses and dynamic workplaces power the economy. As the voice of all things work, workers and the workplace, SHRM is shaping the way employers and employees thrive together. As a driver of social and economic change in the workplace, we foster mutually beneficial work environments that se...

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Sep 20, 2019

Before you go on hiring remote employees, there are certain things you need to think about and plan for in order to be absolutely sure you’re ready for such a step. Here is the list of six extremely important things you need to keep in mind before hiring a remote team. Why should you consider ...

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Sep 20, 2019

As automation becomes more commonplace, making sure your human employees adapt to the new workplace culture and feel supported in their roles is more crucial than ever before. To an outsider technology and HR may seem like odd bedfellows, but the truth is that there are few departments (with the exc...

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Sep 20, 2019

If you ask any of your supervisors what they genuinely think about performance reviews, you will likely receive some less than enthusiastic responses. Performance reviews are often seen as time-consuming, ambiguous and challenging. However, employee evaluations are essential for fostering healthy ma...

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Sep 19, 2019

Big life changes can mean big changes to your insurance plan. Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) are special life events that make you eligible to your benefits coverage. Chanelle from our HR Consulting team explains how QLEs work and what life events qualify as a QLE.

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Sep 19, 2019

Learn more about Alana’s experience at Whirlpool Corporation and opportunities within the HR Development Program. Full time participants have a great opportunity to gain a variety of experiences through a three-year rotational program. This program provides a rigorous learning & developmen...

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Sep 18, 2019

We spoke to HR leaders of fast-growth companies like MDSL, Attainia and PCA Skin to tell us what matters most to them when choosing a benefits partner.

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Sep 18, 2019

What do people really think of HR? Is it a necessity for a successful business or an afterthought to keep the lawyers away? To find out, BambooHR sent out a survey to HR professionals and other leadership in more than a thousand small and medium businesses across 26 different industries.

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Sep 18, 2019

Want to increase employee engagement? It’s time to look at the career conversations you’re having with your employees. Traditionally, career discussions have been tagged onto the annual performance review process, meaning they occur far too infrequently and with an already painful proces...

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Sep 18, 2019

This summer, a couple of us attended the Culture First conference in San Francisco. It was two full days of keynotes, breakouts, and activations around the topic of building a better workplace. We could clearly see three main trends of People & Culture standing out. Everywhere we go these days, ...

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Sep 18, 2019

We all know how important employee productivity at work is. But do we know the critical factors that affects our productivity while we are working? This article covers the 5 critical factors that you need to inspect for maintaining a productive work environment. A productive workforce is the engine ...

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Sep 17, 2019

In the past few months here on the Smart Compliance Blog, we’ve focused a great deal of attention on workplace harassment. Influenced by recent news stories, and using guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, we’ve taken a deep dive into the topic, exploring everything ...

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Sep 17, 2019

HR technology has changed radically in the last 10 years: bolting talent solutions onto existing HR systems is the wrong approach-talent needs to be at the core. What we now know as HR used to be the personnel department us purpose was to hire people and make sure they got paid. Monolithic on premis...

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Sep 17, 2019

Dirty data refers to the errors or gaps within your workforce data—think missing personal information, the folder of performance reviews you haven’t collated with your HRIS, typos, and other simple human errors. HR data deals with a lot of moving parts, making it notoriously difficult to...

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Sep 16, 2019

The increasing adoption of automation and new technologies will change the face of government work. More than 80 different federal occupations are likely to be affected by automation.1 While some jobs will go away, others will increasingly rely on technology to perform routine tasks. As occupations ...

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Sep 16, 2019

Today’s employees are challenging established working practices, with more people than ever looking to work outside of the office and at times that suit their own personal working preferences. For the recruitment sector, this change in workforce expectations can be interpreted as a new challen...

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Sep 16, 2019

More than ever, leading organizations and businesses across industries have discovered the importance of promoting efficiency in the workplace. They understand that their success rate is defined by their ability to help employees stay focused and operate in a more flexible, productive environment. B...

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Sep 16, 2019

In a digital recruitment marketplace, ‘job brand’ has become more important to candidates than ‘employer brand’. It’s time for organisations to change their hiring processes accordingly. Getting a job has become a bit of a race. Candidates are applying for more companie...

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Sep 13, 2019

Businesses have to rethink the way they manage and train their staff as digital technologies increasingly augment our working lives and employees demand ever-greater flexibility over work and control over their own personal development. The future profitability of companies will depend on what actio...

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Sep 13, 2019

We’ve all heard the definition of culture a million times: a set of shared attitudes, values, and practices of a social group. But when applied to your organization’s goal to attract and lead early talent, this word transforms into something different: an opportunity.

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Sep 12, 2019

This whitepaper will provide a deeper insight not only into how HR / L&D Managers can set inspiring goals, but how they can also help influence and increase their people’s productivity and ability to develop a high-performance mindset for achieving them. You'll learn how to ensure you&...

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Sep 12, 2019

The HR department is responsible for the security, management and transfer of high-compliance employee data. Many of the processes managed by HR are time-consuming and require the highest attention to detail and utmost accuracy. Afterall, no matter what process, one-single piece of inaccurate inform...

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Sep 12, 2019

With Winningtemp, we get everything together in one system both so that we can work with objectives but also measure the engagement of employees. We see that there are obvious links between having clear goals and having engaged employees, says Cecilia Westerholm Beer, HR director at Bisnode.

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Sep 12, 2019

If you've been hiring for someone new recently, you'll know that getting the right people through the door can take a lot of hard work and can also cost you a fair amount. You might have considered recruiting internally. And why wouldn't you? It seems like an easy way to get someone you ...

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Sep 12, 2019

Everyone’s heard the stereotypes about Millennials: they’re entitled, they’re killing off industries, they’re apathetic, and they’re addicted to social media. None of these sound like good employees to have on your workforce. However, the truth about Millennials is actu...

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Sep 12, 2019

Effective corporate eLearning courses captivate your corporate learners and improve their participation and motivation. In turn, your business enjoys an increase in corporate eLearning ROI and employee satisfaction. Online training software gives you the power to provide your corporate learners with...

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Sep 12, 2019

Bigtincan is the industry's leading Sales Enablement Automation platform, empowering Sales teams to win more and be more productive every day, while providing Marketing the ability to establish ROI on content creation efforts.

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Sep 11, 2019

TalentBridge has brought us qualified people that we haven’t seen before. Hear more from Pam Frederich, Human Resources Manager for TalentBridge partner Nemera, on what sets us apart from other staffing and recruiting firms.

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Sep 11, 2019

Right now companies face one of the biggest challenges ever faced in attracting and retaining new talent and every business, large or small, will be affected at some point in the future. The corporate world may be changing, few can argue with that, but talent is changing too and with a multitude of ...

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Sep 10, 2019

Business development is an essential component to every company’s success and every employee who comes in contact with customers plays a key role. The Razor Performance Sales Training Program is a proven system that will provide you with the tools you need to lead, sell and negotiate in all as...

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Sep 10, 2019

With so many marketing channels, modern recruiters are struggling to decide which marketing channel is the best for recruiting. Which marketing channel should you focus on in 2020 if you want to attract and hire top talent? Read on to find out! The recruitment marketing era. The internet age has mas...

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Sep 10, 2019

A few years ago, Google released a study that showed the biggest causes of strife in SMEs are long hours and a lack of teamwork. Email overload and meetings were also sore spots. There are, however, plenty of digital tools and common sense tips that could make life a lot easier. Email is still the s...

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Sep 10, 2019

In today’s data-driven marketplace, artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that organisations can use to stay ahead of the competition when it comes to looking after their employees. Ignore it at your peril. AI is here, and it’s ready to transform your employee experience. While...

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Sep 10, 2019

The majority of the time I only had access to two TV channels, three on a good weather day, and I vividly remember when I first saw a color television. At this time, products and services were limited, and buyer choices were almost non-existent. Fast-forward to 2019. Not only do I have access to hun...

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Sep 10, 2019

However, with a regular commute time that consumes a couple of hours each day, I have shifted my focus to podcasts and audiobooks. One of my favorite podcasts is the Inside Sales Enablement series by Scott Santucci and Brian Lambert. In their last episode, they spent time reviewing their thoughts an...

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Sep 09, 2019

Is a flexible working from home policy good for your business? Muttered by many small and medium-sized businesses, most SME owners are open to saving overheads on office space and equipment. So, why do so many remain sceptical about how a working from home policy will affect their employees’ p...

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Sep 06, 2019

The concept of ‘financial wellbeing’ has received a great deal of publicity in the past couple of years and many employers are now starting to develop strategies to support staff in this area. However, our research shows that the strategies they are implementing are not meeting the needs...

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Sep 06, 2019

Search, Recruitment and Staff Management is our field of expertise. We offer employee leasing and complex HR business solutions. Both, long-term partnership and for individual projects. For many years we find top talent and outsource skilled workers from Poland, Ukraine and Belarus. Our st...

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Sep 06, 2019

The market for leadership development solutions is enormous. More than $14 billion is spent by corporations on various aspects of leadership development, and there are more than 70,000 books and videos on the topic. Surveys of the top challenges business leaders face inevitably show improving leader...

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Sep 06, 2019

A Guide to Making Recognition a Core Part of Business Strategy Workers have many choices of where to lend their talents. In today’s employee-centric world, it’s imperative for businesses to reaffirm every employee’s decision to work for them. Because employee appreciation is more than a day–it’s a l...

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Sep 06, 2019

When employees are recognized, the business performs better. Recognition is one of the most basic strategies for strengthening the employer and employee relationship, yet it is too often overlooked. Many companies are not aware of the available options and as a result, only recognize employees in an...

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Sep 06, 2019

The general outlook on the Indian workplace culture is largely negative. While the workplace cultures of individual companies may vary, many employees experience lack of trust, work and personal life imbalance and the pressure to constantly rise up higher in the ranks. Currently, India has the world...

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Sep 05, 2019

Global recruitment hiring volume is set to increase around the globe, with the UK looking at a 58% rise. Artificial Intelligence: 80% of executives believe AI can improve productivity performance. Al is expected to replace 16% of jobs within the next 10 years.

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Sep 05, 2019

The time has come to find a Human Resources Information System that will bring order to the chaos of employee information that needs tracking, processes that need creating, and tasks that need managing. Because an HRIS won’t just be used for HR, but employees, managers, and executives, selecti...

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Sep 05, 2019

Last year, I asked the question, "Is Agile Leadership what we really need?” My conclusion was that Leadership is complex and a wide range of skills is needed – agility may be one of those. What is clear is that the significant differentiator of sustainably successful organizations i...

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Sep 05, 2019

Digital technology has changed the way each one of us works, plays and lives. As a result, today’s employees face a workplace like no others before them. Discover the unique challenges today’s multigenerational, digital employees face and learn the six axioms for ensuring the success of your team in...

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Sep 05, 2019

How can organizations understand the gaps in employee expectations, anticipate the most pressing issues, and adopt the processes and technology that make it scalable? Achievers surveyed HR and engagement leaders’ on the front lines of engagement who understand the challenges and opportunities facing...

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Sep 05, 2019

A recent employee engagement survey by Achievers asked 1,224 employees from the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia if they plan on looking for new jobs in 2019. The results were jarring: only 21% of North American employees are very engaged, yet most are not looking to leave their jobs. While this may ...

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Sep 03, 2019

The world of human resources is changing. From artificial intelligence to human resources information systems, HR technology is not only revolutionizing the way HR professionals perform their day jobs, but also changing the very nature of that work. Only ten years ago, HR was known unaffectionately ...

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Sep 02, 2019

97% of C-suite Executives predict increasing competition for talent. The way to win in the marketplace is that you get great talent. But how do you get great talent? Well, you acquire them, then you retain them, you keep them excited in the company. Right? How do you do that?  There are usually...

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Sep 02, 2019

Great company culture is the critical factor for both attracting and retaining employees. Great company culture will make your company stand out and influence your team’s performance and improve their product. Many companies, both in-office and remote, are facing the struggle of finding their ...

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Sep 02, 2019

Although migraines are a big contributor towards workplace productivity loss, little is being done to support affected employees with this painful, often disabling, neurological disorder. Those who suffer from migraines know very well that the experience is not merely just a ‘bad headache&rsqu...

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Sep 02, 2019

Today's economy demands a radically different approach from businesses than was necessary a few decades ago. Rapid digitalisation, transformation toward data-driven processes, and a need to connect with consumers in tangible, personalized ways now dominate strategy discussions. At the same time,...

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Sep 02, 2019

Labor Day is an opportunity for us as a nation to recognize the hard work of Americans who have greatly contributed to our country and our pathway towards continued prosperity. The resolute, unwavering work ethic engrained in our country since its birth continues to be woven within every one of us. ...

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Aug 30, 2019

Join Randstad Sourceright CEO Rebecca Henderson for our four-part series titled, "Trends in Talent Management," where she discusses talent trends that are shaping the future of work, and how employers  attract talent, boost retention, and increase productivity.

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Aug 30, 2019

Do you offer health insurance to your employees? This quick read will help you navigate the in's and out's of offering health insurance and explore when to offer it. Every growing business should consider offering health insurance to its staff members, but determining the right timing for th...

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Aug 30, 2019

It’s one thing to equip employees to do their jobs successfully, but to really supercharge performance, organisations need to inspire them to invest more of themselves in the job and the company. Here, we explore the holy grail of a sustainable high performance culture and how building these &...

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Aug 30, 2019

HR professionals have many roles within an organisation. They’re there to design, shape and implement workplace policy. They shape recruitment processes, make key organisational decisions and – perhaps most importantly – protect the wellbeing of their employees. When it comes to me...

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Aug 30, 2019

Clearly, I am a bit proponent of training and development. Particularly when it comes to leadership development. I fully believe the more leaders are given development opportunities, the better the organization overall. I will fight anyone to the death who feels differently. Many times businesses, e...

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Aug 30, 2019

Libérez le potentiel de vos collaborateurs Le marché évolue à une vitesse vertigineuse. La technologie ne cesse de bouleverser votre façon de travailler. La concurrence devient chaque jour plus intense. Quelle est la clé de la réussite dans un environnement en mutation ? Permettre à vos collaborateu...

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Aug 29, 2019

Following a merger or acquisition, HR departments often find themselves immediately overwhelmed with integration activities. Leaders are tasked with consolidating systems and processes while reducing costs, identifying synergies, and ensuring long-term organizational fit. Of course, this is in the m...

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Aug 29, 2019

As the gap widens between business leaders’ expectations, changing employee preferences and the role HR currently plays in the transformation, HR’s ability to become a trusted advisor is threatened. HR professionals report spending approximately 80% of their time on administrative tasks ...

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Aug 29, 2019

Madison Logic is excited to announce a bi-directional integration with Oracle Eloqua, combining best-in-class lead and campaign management skills with Madison Logic’s global reach and advanced targeting. Now Oracle Marketing Automation users are able to align their messaging and targeting thro...

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Aug 28, 2019

Unemployment taxes can be challenging for new and small business owners to understand. Read this guide to navigate the terminology and potentially reduce your tax rate. When employees are out of work through no fault of their own, unemployment insurance provides monies to tide an individual over unt...

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Aug 27, 2019

One of the biggest reasons people leave jobs is to seek opportunities for growth. Here are five growth conversations that every manager should have to engage and retain their employees. This should be one of the FIRST conversations a manager has with their employees and should be returned to regular...

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Aug 27, 2019

Advancements in data science have transformed the possibilities within HR and TA. Join Ryan Ross, a global authority on psychometric assessments, for a thought-provoking discussion on what new advancements in HR technology are being made, where they can actually add value, and will these new technol...

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Aug 27, 2019

Many companies pride themselves on a fast-paced "baptism by fire" approach to training which is to say, little or none at all. But as convenient as this may seem to managers and executives in the short term, a lack of training can lead to more confusion in the the long run, as employees ne...

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Aug 27, 2019

The Content Curation Strategies You Should Follow For Your Corporate Training. The Internet may give us data in seconds, but this often needs us to go through a maze of options before we get what would work best for us. This gap can be addressed through content curation that provides users the curat...

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Aug 27, 2019

Returning this week to the insights from the Mindshop 2019 business leader report, our third key insight is that business confidence has declined.

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Aug 27, 2019

The world of work is experiencing a major change as we are already observing some of the most remarkable disruptions related to the workforce and work. The demographic, political and socioeconomic trends of the past years, like rapid urbanization, globalization and polarization are influencing these...

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Aug 25, 2019

In March of this year The Predictive Index surveyed 156 CEOs to discover their top priorities for 2019. When I saw the chart below at the top of the article one thing struck me. While Talent Strategy was second on the list; Strategy Development, Operational Execution and Strategy Alignment which clo...

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Aug 23, 2019

Being a leader ain’t what it used to be. Today’s managers are negotiating unchartered territories, with technology disrupting markets, often almost overnight, intense competition and an increasingly global work environment, complete with all the cultural and communication challenges it b...

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Aug 23, 2019

Improving employee engagement is not just an HR issue but is, in fact, essential for business success. Since January 2018, over three million employees have voluntarily left their jobs every month, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Furthermore, Willis Towers Watson found that more than...

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Aug 23, 2019

Open enrollment can be daunting, especially if you have a lean HR team. We're here to help with a quick guide to navigate OE 2020. If you’re an employer without the luxury of an HR manager to spearhead open enrollment, you may have a few questions in regards to how you can effectively take...

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Aug 23, 2019

Leadership teams often think their employees are engaged, without really understanding if this truly is the case. Here's how to really understand what's happening on the ground and make sure your team is fully engaged. In our work with cultural transformation, I am fortunate to meet many exe...

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Aug 22, 2019

Senior Vice President of HR at the Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI), Jessica Larson, talks to us about her role to hire and retain the best talent and the tools she uses for successful recruitment and onboarding.

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Aug 22, 2019

Establishing transparency in the workplace is key to creating a positive company culture and solidifying employee loyalty and engagement. This powerful leadership technique could benefit your company in a number of ways, whether you’re part of a large-scale corporation or you’re nur...

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Aug 22, 2019

There are numerous myths around Generation Z – the newest generation to enter the workforce. Estimated to account for almost a quarter of the working population by 2020, there’s a perception that they live their lives online and lack traditional values. The Guardian Jobs has produce...

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Aug 22, 2019

Business is booming and it’s time to add a new member to the team. You want someone who has the right experience and wants to grow within your organization. But, traditional ways to source candidates may not be working so well, given today’s tapped-out talent pool and stiff market compet...

infographic

Aug 22, 2019

Where does the modern traveler come from? Where is s/he going? How does s/he get there? As the world grows ever-smaller, more and more people are traveling to a growing number of places each year. Increasingly, they’re getting there by leveraging digital tools. Savvy travel and hospitality bra...

video

Aug 21, 2019

AI benefits for recruitment support. Recruiters and business leaders alike identify finding the right talent as their top challenge. As global competition increases while the pool of available workers decreases, what are companies to do? Our answer is clear: combine the best recruitment professional...

blog article

Aug 21, 2019

Providing employees with a strong Employee Experience is more than a great company picnic and premium benefits. Employee Experience, or EX, is about employees feeling like there are strong contributors to the success of the company. They are productive and efficient because the employer treats them ...

blog article

Aug 21, 2019

Today’s brands face numerous challenges. They need to create a customized, excellent experience for each and every customer worldwide. To do that, they need to create high-quality, on-target content. They need to create that content quickly, effectively, and for audiences who speak multiple la...

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Aug 21, 2019

Our roots began in translation but what we do today goes well beyond – from content creation to linguistics, to artificial intelligence (AI). We create global relevance, driven by humanity and amplified by technology. Connecting our customers with their communities and driving brand awareness....

blog article

Aug 21, 2019

When you’re recruiting for open technical roles like engineering, the challenges can be endless. You’re often looking for skills and experience that didn’t exist 10 years ago and that may not exist in another 10. You’re competing with big-name brands and cutting-edge start-up...

blog article

Aug 21, 2019

The main goal of any successful business is to increase profits and widen its client base. How is it possible to achieve both goals by putting your employees in front of a screen. The more things change, the more they stay the same. In the past, people stayed in one job most of their lives. It was o...

whitepaper

Aug 21, 2019

Your localization partner is going to do a deep-dive into your business—so start by diving deep into theirs. Are they an industry-leader with 20 years of experience or a relative newcomer? Will they speak Samoan, Uzbek, or Swahili (and all your customers’ languages)? Can they deliver on-...

whitepaper

Aug 21, 2019

In practice, of course, things are more complicated. Effective translation necessitates a nuanced understanding of (at least) two languages and cultures, both source and target. It requires an understanding of the original content’s goals. It mandates a fluency in tone and subtext as well as v...

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Aug 20, 2019

At BMW, employees share a passion for changing the way the world moves. With safety on the factory floor paramount, BMW teamed up with Strivr to train manufacturing employees using Immersive Learning. Virtual Reality (VR) gives BMW the means to train employees on safety, in a realistic environm...

blog article

Aug 20, 2019

Lace-up your sneakers and step up to the starting line: you’re ready to reach countless customers in new markets.  You’ve secured your spot in the Global Marketplace (whether by default or design).  But before you sprint away, take a good look around you. You are not alone in t...

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Aug 20, 2019

Finding the right person for your business is a crucial decision that depends on the way you search for, select and interview potential candidates. As a leading recruitment firm in Kenya, with over 10 years experience,we have assisted local and foreign businesses.

blog article

Aug 19, 2019

One of the biggest questions employers often ask is if HR should put most of its focus on employee development or on areas such as hiring. In some cases, it does make sense for HR to focus on something such as hiring. If you’re growing the business, for example, it is important to bring on new...

blog article

Aug 19, 2019

An omnichannel approach to recruiting talent is an innovative recruiting practice which uses many channels at once to attract candidates. Implementing omnichannel recruitment practices will increase the odds that top talent will find and accept jobs with your company. Why do you need an omnichannel ...

infographic

Aug 17, 2019

HR and executives don’t always see eye to eye. But in our recent study, we found that both HR professionals and non-HR executives agree on something big: they both think measuring and reporting the impact of HR in their organizations is important. In fact, many respondents in both parties want...