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Workforce Forecasting: Your 5-Step Guide To Predict Staffing Needs

Analytics in HR

Workforce forecasting is an essential part of a companys overall workforce management process, as its critical for a business to know how many people it requires to meet its needs. Accurately forecasting workforce needs helps organizations avoid talent shortages, reduce turnover, and remain competitive. This article discusses the importance of workforce forecasting, different methods you can use, and best practices to observe to ensure effective workforce planning.

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Real-life Success Stories of Coaching

Center for Coaching

Real-life Success Stories of Coaching Coaching is more than a tool; it’s a catalyst for incredible transformations. Whether you’re navigating career changes or personal shifts, having a coach can be the anchor you want. Let’s explore a few real-life success stories to better understand the value coaching brings during these crucial moments.

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How a Google accommodations leader’s ‘disability journey’ led her to push corporate America to rethink disability inclusion

HR Brew

For most people, landing a dream job either involves grinding nonstop until you achieve it, or serendipitously falling into it. For Dannie Lynn Fountain, a benefits accommodations people consultant at Google, the journey to disability inclusion advocacy work in corporate America was a mix of the two. After holding several roles in departments including sales and marketing at Google, while also running her own HR consultancy, she transitioned into HR in 2021 before landing her current role, where

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9 Trends in Talent Management That Drive Better Retention and Growth

Hppy

Todays workplaces look different from even a few years ago. Employees expect support, growth opportunities, and open communication. Companies must adjust their practices to keep pace with these evolving needs. This shift has placed more focus on methods that boost engagement and lower turnover. This article will explore key trends that can help organizations attract and retain valuable employees.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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HR for Small Employers: What Structure is Right Based on Employee Population

Acacia HR Solutions

Throughout my HR career, I've worked with organizations of all shapes and sizes, from big-box retailers and privately owned shops to smaller family businesses. As an HR consultant I've partnered with start ups and small employers spanning all kinds of industries. If there is one thing I've learned about team structure in the HR space, it's that there is no one-size-fits all approach to structuring HR.

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98% of businesses have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from 5% in 2002, report finds

HR Brew

The Human RIghts Campaign Foundation (HRCF), an organization that fights for LGBTQ+ equality, has been the subject of anti-DE&I efforts over the last year and a half. And while some companies, including Walmart, Nissan , and Brown-Forman, have pulled out of the organizations LGBTQ+ corporate benchmarking index, a new report finds that more are participating, and are becoming increasingly inclusive of LGBTQ+ workers.

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AI and Automation in Recruitment: The Future of Hiring

Hppy

The way we hire is changing quickly with the help of AI and automation. These technologies are changing how companies hire by making the process faster, more efficient, and better for candidates, while also helping businesses find the best talent quickly. There are many AI tools revolutionizing recruitment. For instance, tools like text to voice generator enable businesses to create professional voice overs for job postings, onboarding materials, and training content.

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Bookmark This! Artificial Intelligence Edition

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes One of my goals for the year is to learn more about artificial intelligence (AI). I think we will see artificial intelligence used even more in our professional and personal lives in the years ahead, so its good to invest some time to learn a little more about it. Because artificial intelligence is becoming more mainstream, organizations will need to define how they plan to use AI.

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HR Tech Awards: In Partnership with UNLEASH and Now Open for 2025 Submissions

Lighthouse

One of the most exciting programs that our team runs every year is the HR Tech Awards. Over the last five years we’ve awarded dozens of companies for their work across talent acquisition, benefits, compensation, talent management, learning, and other key areas. The heart behind this program is to create a way for HR and talent leaders to more easily review, select, and buy the technologies they need.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.

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McDonald’s rebrands its DE&I team, but says it’s “committed to inclusion,” after threats from Robby Starbuck

HR Brew

McDonalds became the latest company to announce changes to its DE&I programs this week, following a private pressure campaign from DE&I opponent Robby Starbuck. Among the changes, McDonalds rebranded its DE&I team as its global inclusion team and will no longer have representation goals, according to a statement. The fast-food giant will also end its supplier diversity program, noting it had met its 25% diverse-owned supplier spend goal ahead of schedule.

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15Five Welcomes Veteran HR Tech Executive Larry Dunivan to its Board of Directors

15Five

15Five, the performance management platform that drives action and impact for thousands of HR teams and their companies, today announced the appointment of Larry Dunivan to its Board of Directors. Dunivan brings a wealth of experience in the HR tech industry having held executive roles at Ceridian (now Dayforce), Mineral and Namely, among others. Larry is a tremendous addition to our Board of Directors, said Jim Morrisroe, CEO of 15Five.

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13 HR Technology Trends To Watch in 2025

Analytics in HR

Employers in the U.S. alone have invested over $5 trillion in HR technology , and 74% of companies plan to increase their HR tech budgets. Additionally, 80% of companies on Forbes Global 2,000 list will use algorithmic managers for hiring, firing, and training employees. The ability to use HR tech is clearly an integral part of a career in HR, so its important to keep up with the latest trends.

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Employment Equity Reports Due Soon for South Africa Employers

Trusaic

Employment Equity Reports are due soon for employers in South Africa. Organizations with 50 or more employees must submit their reports online by Jan. 15 if they did not submit physical reports by the October 2024 deadline. As part of the Employment Equity Amendment Act that took effect April 14, 2023, applicable employers in South Africa were required to create employment equity plans beginning in 2024.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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The Role of HR in Driving Corporate Sustainability Initiatives

Hppy

As the global focus on sustainability intensifies, Human Resources (HR) departments are evolving from traditional administrative roles to become key drivers of corporate sustainability initiatives. By integrating sustainable practices into the workplace culture, HR plays a crucial role in aligning human capital with environmental and social responsibility.

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World of HR: Competing labor situations in East Asia have some recent graduates thriving while others scrape by

HR Brew

New college graduates in Japan and China are facing starkly different job markets. While one group is having to work low-paying jobs just to get by, the other is being wooed by companies desperate for skilled talent. In Japan, employers are scrambling to scoop up new workers graduating in March, over 40% of whom will leave college with at least one job offer, according to Fortune.

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What Employers Need to Know During Southern California Wildfires

HRWatchdog

The Palisades Fire and the other devasting Southern California wildfires are severely impacting lives and property leading California Governor Gavin Newsom to issue an emergency proclamation for Los Angeles and Ventura counties. These wildfires are creating unhealthy air, power outages and the inability to access homes and businesses. Employers impacted by these fires need to be aware of and comply with wildfire smoke regulations, how to pay and offer time off to employees affected by wildfire

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The ‘secret sauce’ to great HR leadership? This CHRO has an idea

HRExecutive

Ernest Marshall, Jr., is not one to panic. I dont have a lot of my anxiety in my system, says Marshall, executive vice president and CHRO of global power management company Eaton. The commitment to calm has been critical for a career in HR, a profession that is increasingly getting more chaotic, he says, as people leaders are tasked with caring for employees in a landscape where jobs, work and the global factors influencing them are being redefined seemingly daily.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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The Future of Work: Key Trends in Employee Benefits for 2025

HR Digest

As we step into 2025, the corporate landscape is undergoing seismic shifts, driven by technological advancements, shifting employee expectations, and an increasingly globalized workforce. In this era of transformation, employee benefits have emerged as a strategic lever for attracting, retaining, and engaging top talent. Organizations that fail to adapt to these evolving trends risk being left behind in the race for the best and brightest.

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The Role of HR in Navigating Hybrid Work Challenges

Hppy

The role of Human Resources (HR) is pivotal in managing work challenges in hybrid settings. HR personnel ensure a smooth and productive environment by fostering effective communication, maintaining organizational culture, and ensuring equitable treatment for on-site and remote employees. Implementing clear policies, supporting technology adoption, and promoting employee well-being are essential strategies that successfully help HR navigate this evolving work model.

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Are non-compete agreements an effective retention strategy?

HR Brew

Non-compete agreements had some highs and lows in 2024. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) banned non-competes last April, arguing that they limit employees earnings and hamper innovation. The ban was struck down by a federal judge in August, only for the FTC to appeal the ruling in October. Even as the future of non-competes remains foggy, they still impact roughly one in five Americans, according to the FTC.

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Top Benefits of Skills Alignment in the Workplace

HR Lineup

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment, the importance of skills alignment cannot be overstated. Aligning the skills of employees with organizational goals and job requirements is a strategic approach that can significantly boost productivity, enhance employee satisfaction , and improve overall business performance. This alignment ensures that every individuals expertise is optimized and leveraged effectively, ultimately contributing to the organizations success.

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Protect Your Business: Tackle the Future of I-9 Fraud with Expert Strategies

Speaker: Speakers

Is your business ready for the future of document fraud? AI advancements have made forgery easier, increasing risks for employers. With 85% of identity fraud last year linked to impersonation, proactive compliance is essential. Join WorkBright’s webinar on October 8 to equip yourself with crucial insights for protecting your business from fraudulent I-9 documents, including: Understanding Risks: Learn about new fraud tactics impacting your business.

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AI superworkers ‘coming on like a freight train.’ Are you ready?

HRExecutive

Could this be the year of the “superworker”? According to industry analyst Josh Bersin , the impact of AI and the subsequent rise of superworkers is one of the top five challenges for HR in 2025. “This is going to really change the innerworkings of our companies,” said Bersin, calling it a “massive topic” that HR leaders will need to consider as they execute workforce planning this year. - Advertisement - What makes a superworker?

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How to Ask About Salary When It’s Not Published: During and After the Interview

The Muse

Learn how to ask about salary when its not published. Get tips on when and how to approach the conversation: during the application, in interviews, or afterward.

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HR Guide to Workers’ Comp: Expert Advice from Injury Lawyers

Hppy

Navigating workers compensation claims can be complex for HR professionals, especially when balancing employee needs with company policies. Ensuring timely claims filing, understanding state-specific laws, and maintaining proper documentation are essential for companies to streamline the process. By fostering collaboration between HR teams and legal experts, companies can avoid costly mistakes and ensure benefits for their employees.

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How unemployed HR pros are navigating a cool labor market

HR Brew

Paige Miller quit her job as a global director of people experience in early 2022, thinking shed take some time off to explore new opportunities before hitting the ground running in a new role by 2023. Two years later, shes still looking for a job. And shes not alone. In recent years, many HR teams have downsized or faced layoffs. That, coupled with the cooling labor market, has made it harder for people pros to land jobs.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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18 Important Comms Skills All Entry-Level Professionals Need Today

Forbes Coaches Council

An entry-level professional's ability to convey ideas, collaborate effectively and adapt communication styles to different audiences can make or break their early career.

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Skills, leadership and learning: 3 talent management areas to watch

HRExecutive

Effective talent management will play an even greater role in business outcomes in the new year, as CEOs zero in on productivity and performance amid economists predictions of slowing gross domestic product growth in 2025 , experts say. - Advertisement - This emphasis comes as the world of work evolves fast, meaning talent leaders will increasingly need to focus on developing a workforce with the necessary skills and capabilities, says Sue Cantrell, human capital eminence leader at Deloitte Cons

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Want a Job You Love? These Top Companies Are Hiring This January

The Muse

New year, new younew career? Incredible companies like Accolade, CN, and Sonepar are all hiring right now. Explore our full list to learn more.

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