Mon.Apr 29, 2024

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How HR can help safeguard their organization’s reputation amid layoffs

HR Brew

Warren Buffett once said , “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.” He may not have been talking about layoffs specifically, but the sentiment still applies. Layoffs can damage an employer’s reputation, Neil Costa, founder and CEO of recruitment marketing agency HireClix, told HR Brew, making it harder for HR to recruit and retain employees.

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Unlock the Power of Texting: Track These Metrics to Prove ROI

COATS Staffing Software

Are you a staffing agency using texting, but are unsure how well this method of communication works for your firm? Over 60% of businesses that text can’t measure the effectiveness of their texting efforts. We’re here to help! This guide will show you key metrics to track and how to track them effectively. Start improving your texting strategy and prove the value of texting to your Recruiters. 5 Texting Key Performance Indicators to Measure Success “What gets measured, gets mana

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Starting Up: This startup founder wants to make the HR function as nimble as a gecko

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. Jay Polaki has been an HR professional for about a quarter century, starting her career in HR back when paperwork was completed on paper, before the “dot-com revolution.” “I’ve seen the whole gamut of how technology has not just changed how we work and our relationship with work, but how it has changed our workplace in general,” Polaki told HR Brew.

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New US overtime regulations set to increase salary thresholds

Workable

New overtime laws for salaried workers have changed how overtime pay is calculated and who is eligible, impacting employers and workers. These changes were introduced to address concerns about fair compensation for overtime work and to ensure that the law keeps pace with the changing nature of work and employment practices. The US Department of Labor recently announced changes to the minimum annual salary threshold for overtime pay eligibility.

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Creating a Company Culture of Care: Integrating Mental Health, Wellbeing, and DEI in Benefits

Speaker: Sean Raible

Picture a workplace where physiological safety is not just an aim but a reality, driven by thoughtful employee benefits that prioritize mental health, wellbeing, and DEI. 🤔 ✨ Achieving this vision requires more than just occasional training sessions and employee assistance programs. Moving beyond the basics, this vision calls for a holistic approach that integrates these elements into your company culture as well as your HR and benefits strategy.

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Employers: Want Teams to Adopt AI? Focus on Mindset

TalentCulture

These days, artificial intelligence is everywhere we turn. But it’s no longer just a cool buzzword. It’s real. For proof, look at recent posts on the TalentCulture blog. A number of contributors have written great articles about how organizations are transforming functions like recruiting, employee experience, and talent management when they adopt AI.

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Legal experts chime in on the FTC’s noncompete ban

Evil HR Lady

If you want to know what HR has been doing this week, it’s been talking with people about the end of noncompete agreements under the new proposed FTC ban. On the one hand, CEOs (who generally have noncompetes themselves) panic that their employees will be free to cross the street and work for their competitors, and on the other hand, employees rejoicing because they will be able to cross the street and work for the company’s competitors.

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Elevating Sales Excellence: The Imperative to Upskill in 2024

The Perfect Hire

The role of salespeople has never been more crucial than in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. With shifting consumer behaviors and expectations, emerging technologies, and dynamic market trends, the traditional sales approach is no longer sufficient to drive success. There is a clear imperative for salespeople to upskill and adapt to several trends and opportunities.

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Why voluntary benefits are a ‘game-changer’ for retention

HRExecutive

In the ever-evolving landscape of employment and workforce requirements, one thing is clear: Offering the right voluntary benefits can be a game-changer for employers in attracting and retaining top talent. Recent studies have shown that nearly half of employed workers are more likely to stay with their employer if they have access to voluntary benefits.

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Why New Leaders Should Never Try To ‘Fake It ’Til They Make It’

Forbes Coaches Council

Some new business leaders may believe that bringing their whole, authentic selves to work might be perceived as a sign of weakness or inexperience in their new role.

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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.

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Be Prepared: Don’t Let the Games Throw You Off Balance

HR Partner

The Olympic Games are a global phenomenon, bringing excitement and …disruption to workplaces. As a HR professional, you know the struggle of managing leave requests and maintaining productivity during these mega-events. But fear not! This playbook equips you with winning strategies for navigating the Olympic wave and keeping your team engaged.

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5 Ways to Influence People at Work

KCC Business Psychology

5 Ways to Influence People at Work Influencing people effectively at work is very important for various reasons. It helps you promote your ideas and achieve your goals and is critical for leadership development and career advancement. For some individuals, having influence may seem like an innate trait that cannot be learned. However, the truth is that anyone can develop influence with others.

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The Lens Of Leadership: Navigating Perception And Reality

Forbes Coaches Council

Acknowledging how your formative years impact your present-day reality is essential to operating at your next level as a manager, director, executive, CEO or parent.

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Taxes Can Be Taxing for PEOs Without PrismHR

Prism HR

By Chris Babigian & James Tehrani Tax Day 2024 has come and gone, and most employees won’t be thinking about taxes again till next April. For employers, however, managing payroll taxes is a never-ending process, and compliance is paramount. The IRS assessed businesses with penalties totaling $8.6 billion in 2023 for issues with federal employment taxes, according to recently released data.

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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.

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Managing Absences Effectively: Best Practices for HR Absence Management

Darwinbox

Absence management involves overseeing and handling employee absences at work. Having a plan for managing absences is crucial because more employees should be present at a time to ensure work and avoid incurring costs.

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Examples of fringe benefits by category

Business Management Daily

Most employees expect benefits. A good regular salary may have been enough years ago, back when government subsidies managed things like healthcare and retirement, but those programs have become less and less effective. People want more. Fringe benefits are how employers make up the gap. By offering perks such as gym memberships and plenty of vacation time, companies can sweeten the deal for prospective new hires and attract top talent.

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HR’s Rising Stars: Why this leader dedicates 60% of her time to mentoring

HRExecutive

Anagha Bildikar, a 2024 Human Resource Executive HR’s Rising Star, has a mantra: Problems can be complicated. Solutions are simple. This touchstone, she says, is a helpful reminder in a season when the human resources practice is more complex than ever. Bildikar is the leader of HR practices at Neeyamo, a global payroll and employer-of-record platform established in 2009.

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HR Services Evolution: Adapting to Malaysia's Dynamic Work Environment

Darwinbox

The evolution of HR services and the dynamic work environment in Malaysia represent a pivotal shift in how organizations manage their most valuable asset: their people. Traditional HR functions have evolved beyond administrative tasks, now encompassing strategic initiatives that drive organizational success. In Malaysia, this evolution is intertwined with the country's rapidly changing business landscape, characterized by technological advancements, globalization, and diverse workforce dynamics.

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Performance Review Calibrations Made Easy

Every company aspires to be the best, and performance reviews are the cornerstone of that journey. However, discrepancies in how managers rate their teams can lead to unfairness.

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Zoom chief people officer is a champion of employee communication

HRExecutive

Communication is highly prized across organizations, especially in businesses with large workforces distributed around the globe. Because employees, managers and leaders are so busy, much has been devoted to finding ways past the tedious but necessary tasks to dedicate more time and effort to better bonding and communication between employees. - Advertisement - Matthew Saxon, chief people officer for Zoom, and his team are among those actively seeking ways to boost communication.

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Four Common Workplace Culture Mistakes And How To Avoid Them

Kevin Sheridan

In my four-plus decades of Human Resources Management Consulting, one of my major focuses has been finding and sharing the secrets to a Magnetic Culture. A Magnetic Culture is a work environment that irresistibly attracts and retains talented, motivated employees. However, there are just as many workplace cultures that repel employees rather than attract them.

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HR’s Rising Stars: A hunger for building drives this leader’s success at InStride

HRExecutive

Michelle Hamilton was in college when the Great Recession hit—and she knew she couldn’t afford to be choosy about her job options. Even though she wasn’t in school for HR, when she landed an HR internship, she jumped for it—and quickly found her footing, and her passion. “I simply fell in love,” says Hamilton, one of HRE ’s 2024 HR’s Rising Stars. Now the vice president of people at workforce education provider InStride, Hamilton spent the early part of her career in relatively traditional HR se

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Public Speaking For Introverts

Forbes Coaches Council

With practice, patience and confidence in their abilities, introverts can overcome challenges and discover the unexpected potential of their own voice.

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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.

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Katie King on AI in HR: ‘This Is Not About Technology’

Betterworks

Katie King wants you to know how the smart, strategic use of AI in HR can help your organization not just succeed but excel in an evolving tech landscape.

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On-Premise vs Cloud-Based HR Software

HR Lineup

In the ever-evolving landscape of human resources (HR) technology, one of the fundamental decisions facing businesses is whether to opt for on-premise or cloud-based HR software solutions. Each approach has its own set of advantages and challenges, and understanding the nuances of both is crucial for organizations aiming to streamline their HR operations effectively.

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Exploring The Best HR Systems For Growing Organizations in Malaysia

Darwinbox

The Malaysian HR landscape is undergoing a digital transformation with the rapid adoption of HR software solutions. Several factors drive this shift.

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The Unexpected Advantage: Why Reframing Failure Is Essential

Forbes Coaches Council

By letting go of rigid expectations and embracing the unexpected, we can start to leverage what we might otherwise be inclined to fear or avoid.

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Balancing Cost and Care: 3 Key Considerations for Cost Optimization in 2024

Discover essential strategies for employers to balance cost optimization with care. The top priorities for employers in 2024 are retaining talent, growing revenue and sales, and attracting talent. To achieve these goals, employers are turning towards comprehensive total rewards strategies informed by data-driven insights. Hear from industry experts on cost optimization strategies and how to leverage these approaches for a healthier workforce.

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Pregnant Workers, Overtime & Non-Competes: Compliance News for May 2024

Helios HR

Recent weeks have been a busy time for HR compliance experts. We've seen some meaningful regulatory changes that could impact every business, plus some proposed changes coming down the line.

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Steering Through Challenges: The Three 'S' Approach To Thoughtful Leadership

Forbes Coaches Council

Let's explore a three-step process grounded in neuroscience to reshape your response to stressful situations.

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Why Should Small Business Owners Consider PEO?

Extensis

Quick look: HR management can be a difficult aspect of running any business, but the challenges can be even greater for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). With limited resources and staff, small businesses often need help attracting and retaining top talent, managing complex human resources (HR) tasks, maintaining compliance, and creating a positive workplace culture.