Thu.Mar 14, 2024

article thumbnail

Your employees may not trust you. Here’s what HR can do

HRExecutive

As global uncertainty continues to affect organizations and their workforces, trust in the workplace is needed more than ever—but leaders appear to have significant work ahead of them when it comes to building that trust, according to a new study. - Advertisement - PwC’s 2 024 Trust Survey found that just 67% of employees say they trust their employers, despite 86% of business leaders believing they are highly trusted by their employees.

article thumbnail

Starting up: This tech company is tapping into professional networks to maximize exposure of job openings to candidates

HR Brew

Each week, we get into the weeds with the founders of HR tech startups. Want to tell us about your company? Get in touch here. Summer Delaney is the founder and CEO of CollabWORK, a community-powered hiring platform that works to connect companies to referral-based talent pools and audiences at scale. Delaney said the tech taps into the hidden job market, where people are networking and discovering opportunities through professional peers.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Organizations: Start Thinking About the Connected Customer

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes One of the conversations that frustrates me is the one about generations. Mainly because a lot of people get the generation conversation wrong. They assume that because you were born in a certain year and fall into a generational date range like Boomer, Gen X, or Millennial that you’re a certain type of person. Granted, some of the conversations about generations are true.

article thumbnail

Technically HR: iCIMS and ZipRecruiter release integration

HR Brew

Recruiting and applicant tracking system (ATS) software provider iCIMS is partnering with ZipRecruiter, an online employment marketplace, to improve the recruitment process and help TA pros hire faster. Talent pros using iCIMS Apply Network will now be able to tap into ZipRecruiter’s network of 12 million weekly job seekers. The integration is free to existing iCIMS customers.

iCIMS 386
article thumbnail

6 Strategies to Navigate Social Determinants of Health for a Better Workplace

In today’s dynamic work landscape, where the lines between personal and professional life blur, understanding the intricate interplay between social determinants of health (SDoH) and emotional wellbeing is paramount. Employers must acknowledge that the whole person comes to work and every aspect of a person’s personal and professional life, especially their mental health, comes with them.

article thumbnail

Streamlining Mortgage Recruiting: The Must-Have Tools for Successful Hires

Professional Alternatives

[link] Streamlining Mortgage Recruiting: The Must-Have Tools for Successful Hires Introduction to Mortgage Recruiting As the mortgage industry continues to grow, talent acquisition and recruitment have become key priorities for companies looking to stay competitive. Streamlining the mortgage recruiting process is crucial for finding top-notch candidates and making successful hires.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Time Off Request Form Template + How-To Guide

Analytics in HR

A well-crafted time off request form is the key to coordinating how and when employees take time off. Because time off is such a crucial part of compensation and benefits packages, it’s important to effectively manage how employees request and receive it. In this article, we’ll review the purpose and elements of a time off request form. We’ll also share how to create one, some best practices for using it, and provide a downloadable time off request form template.

How To 52
article thumbnail

Job scams target both recruiters and job-seekers

HR Brew

A sophisticated scam can fool anyone, from the well-intentioned reporter who fell for an evil doctor, which inspired Dr. Death season 2, or one of the many people conned by fraudsters posing as official personnel. Employment scams in the US rose by 23% in 2022, according to the Better Business Bureau , and they’ve targeted job-seekers and recruiters alike.

article thumbnail

March 2024 Jobs Report Recap

Engage2Excel

February marked the 39th straight month of job growth , reflecting an exceptionally strong recovery from the widespread job losses during the pandemic. Unemployment rose to 3.9%, a two-year high, but remained under 4% for the 25th consecutive month. This is the longest stretch of unemployment below 4% since the 1960s. While we have a strong labor market, fears that it was getting too hot again were somewhat allayed this month with the rise in unemployment, the revision of the January and Decembe

Report 157
article thumbnail

Five simple ways to think about DE&I from a global standpoint

HR Brew

DE&I strategies are often thought about through a US-centric lens, but organizations are increasingly working with global teams. Executives at Reddit, Workhuman, Salesforce, and Greenhouse, companies that each have a presence outside of the US, shared some simple ways leaders can think of inclusion from a global standpoint during a panel at SXSW's Ireland activation on March 11.

article thumbnail

Here Are the HR Trends to Watch in 2024 + Plus Advice for Driving Impact!

The pressure is on to create a positive onboarding experience. Plus, a sub-par onboarding process can domino into other concerns such as low performance, burnout (for you and new hires), and retention challenges. Our 2024 State of HR report will give you a realistic picture of the HR landscape and tips to onboarding effectively in the year to come.

article thumbnail

The Hidden Costs of Manuel HR Processes: Alexi’s Insight

EmployeeConnect

Many HR departments find themselves bogged down by manual processes that consume valuable time and resources. From cumbersome paperwork to repetitive administrative tasks, the burden of manual processes can impede productivity, increase errors, and hinder strategic initiatives. In this post, we’ll explore the hidden costs of manual HR processes and how adopting a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) can unlock efficiency, streamline operations, and empower HR professionals to focus on

article thumbnail

Austria’s Path Toward Shrinking the Gender Pay Gap Under EU Directive

Trusaic

In response to the EU Pay Transparency Directive, which requires employers operating in European Union member states to report on pay data, Trusaic will be evaluating the state of each country in the EU’s current gender pay gaps and the path toward compliance. While some European Union countries have relatively minuscule gender pay gaps to address, Austria is among the group where the most progress is needed.

article thumbnail

How to Turn Down a Job Offer but Keep the Door Open

The Muse

Wondering how to turn down a job offer and keep the door open? Here's some expert advice (and practical samples!) to guide you through this delicate process.

How To 134
article thumbnail

4 ways HR can enlist Gen Z and millennials to reduce healthcare costs

HRExecutive

Gen Z and millennial employees rely on the physicians in emergency rooms and urgent care facilities as their de facto primary care doctors when they’re sick, injured or their mental wellbeing is suffering, new research from professional services company MarshMcLennan Agency shows. And experts say this may be driving up health insurance costs for employees and employers. - Advertisement - Marla McLaughlin, associate chief medical officer at Apree Health, an integrated health network, notes

article thumbnail

Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

article thumbnail

Paying Employees Correctly Following Voluntary or Involuntary Termination

Helpside

This blog was written by Mehana Currie, VP of Payroll at Helpside. Whether an employee’s termination is voluntary or involuntary, it’s important for employers to understand their responsibilities of when and how to properly pay an employee. Having a clear understanding of your state laws will help keep you and your business compliant and mitigate the risk of financial penalties.

article thumbnail

A Hassle-Free Client Implementation Sets the Tone for Future Success

Extensis

Quick look: The client implementation process and onboarding phase of a professional employer organization (PEO) partnership is more than a procedural necessity—it sets the tone for the entire business relationship. Read ahead to learn why a positive client implementation experience is so important and how ExtensisHR’s hassle-free approach demonstrates our commitment to customer success from day one.

article thumbnail

How to Ask for a Raise Via Email (Template Included!)

The Muse

Not sure how to ask for a raise via email? Gain insights from expert tips, a sample email, and a template to guide you through it.

How To 124
article thumbnail

5 HR Memes That Will Make You LOL

BizLibrary - HR

High-quality HR memes are hard to come by, but since we're expert curators, we've collected the best ones just for you! The post 5 HR Memes That Will Make You LOL appeared first on BizLibrary.

98
article thumbnail

The Rules Do Apply: Navigating HR Compliance

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

HR Compliance is like a giant game of whack-a-mole. Once you think your company is compliant with all policies and procedures documented and in place, there’s a new or amended law, regulation, or final rule that pops up landing you back at ‘start.’ There are shifts, interpretations, and balancing acts to understanding compliance changes. Keeping up is not easy and it’s very time consuming.

article thumbnail

How to handle unproductive team members

Business Management Daily

Some people don’t do good work consistently. Whether they are coworkers or managers, these folks seem to have all the capabilities of a high performer but can’t quite measure up. Slacking off, daydreaming, and time-wasting are some of the names people call it, but feeling overwhelmed, helpless, and stressed out can also contribute. Employees who struggle at work put employers in a difficult spot.

article thumbnail

Employee Handbook Check-Up: What to Review

Stratus

In August of 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) adopted a new standard that requires employer policies to be narrowly tailored to avoid having a “chilling effect” on employee rights under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).

article thumbnail

Under the Influence — Drugs and Alcohol at Work Live Webinar

HRWatchdog

Millions of Californians use alcohol and/or cannabis on a regular basis — even as a new law impacts California employers’ pre-employment testing practices. CalChamber’s latest webinar can help employers protect their workplaces from drug and alcohol use. Meanwhile, others may use and/or abuse prescription narcotics — in 2022, for instance, more than 13.6 million prescriptions for opioids were written, according to the California Department of Public Health — and some may use more illicit drugs

article thumbnail

Eleven Common Payroll Mistakes: Critical Strategies for Prevention, Part 1

MP Wired For HR

Eleven Common Payroll Mistakes: Critical Strategies for Prevention, Part 1 March 14th, 2024 Share on Twitter Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn Share via Email Share via Email Every business owner knows the payroll process is one of their most critical responsibilities. Paying employees on time and accurately every pay period is one of the most basic contracts between employers and their staff.

Payroll 78
article thumbnail

From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

article thumbnail

We’ve Got Some Big News to Share!

A Slice of HR

I’ve often compared growing a business to growing a garden. For those of you who have been with me since the beginning, you may recall a blog post I wrote on our two-year anniversary in 2019, when I shared one of my favorite meditations from Chel Hamilton: “And like any garden. It takes some time. It takes some care. As you show up and put in the work and stay out of the results.

article thumbnail

How a Lack of Microskills Keeps Employees From Accelerating Their Careers

Great Place to Work

Here are the tools and behaviors that unlock mentorship programs and other efforts to build a stronger talent pipeline. What are the barriers that keep some employees in entry-level positions while their peers accelerate into leadership roles? Careers can stall, not because of a lack of talent or passion, but because a candidate lacks “microskills” — small fundamental behaviors that build influential relationships and open doors to new opportunities, and better navigate the workplace.

article thumbnail

Why Social Media Screening is Vital to Mitigating Risk and Building a Quality Workforce

AccuSource

As the digital era evolves, social media grows in popularity as a recreational and professional online activity. Personal social media presence and employee posting of online content can result in both positive benefits and negative consequences for employers. According to DemandSage, “there are 4.95 billion social media users worldwide in 2024,” and this number is expected to reach 5.85 billion by 2027.

article thumbnail

These cities are winning the war for talent

Fast Company The Future of Work

A team of researchers unpacks the root issue in the war for talent and finds that it’s really a competition for cities to win residents.

85
article thumbnail

Automate Your Onboarding Process In 7 Steps

Efficient employee onboarding is more than a warm welcome—it's a catalyst for business growth. Automated onboarding transforms new hires into productive team members faster, fostering long-term satisfaction and talent retention. For HR, automation means replacing inefficient manual processes with streamlined, cost-effective operations. Our eBook reveals how automating employee onboarding delivers these benefits, reducing HR challenges and elevating new employee readiness.

article thumbnail

Survey: AI boosts productivity for three of four workers

Workable

AI is everywhere – and then some. Many workers find it automates processes like nothing else has before – others are fearful that AI is going to take over their jobs. For every company that bans use of AI tools due to compliance or privacy considerations, there’s another company that dives headfirst into it. New report: AI in Hiring 2024 We asked 950 hiring managers how they're using AI in hiring and in the workplace.

article thumbnail

These cities are winning the war for talent

Fast Company The Future of Work

A team of researchers unpacks the root issue in the war for talent and finds that it’s really a competition for cities to win residents.

85
article thumbnail

Avoiding common pitfalls in HRIS implementation

Workable

An HRIS can effectively shorten the ramp to full productivity. Additionally, it will assist your organization’s HR team in better managing teams, automating tasks that were previously manual and time-consuming, and focusing on other important aspects that require their expertise. Therefore, it’s crucial to recognize common pitfalls and ensure that the HR software you choose works to your advantage.