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JANUARY 12, 2016
(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , the global leader in delivering workforce management solutions in the cloud. The Workforce Institute at Kronos released the third book in its thought leadership trilogy aimed at developing and retaining a competitive and engaged workforce: It’s All About Bob(bie) – Strategies for Winning With Your Employees. The question is, how do you get employees to love your company? MORE
MAY 15, 2018
In a 2017 small business survey conducted by Justworks and Squarefoot , it was reported that less than half (44%) of employees felt that unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) is important. While in some cases employers designate a specific amount of days / hours for each reason for being away from work, this article will focus on policies that allow employees to earn a bank of paid time off, and then use the time as they see fit. Paid time off is considered an excellent recruitment tool. MORE
OCTOBER 5, 2021
These are just a few of the emotionally fraught situations for which employees seek out human resources—for guidance, reassurance and knowledge. None left the employees feeling seen, heard and understood. Adam needed to update his benefits to include his new partner. MORE
JULY 22, 2019
Sanders is a Democratic presidential candidate, and part of his platform has been the need to pay workers a living wage. But now the union complains some employees are getting less. The FLSA exists to provide legal boundaries for SMBs (as well as large companies) related to classification of workers. Compensation Current Affairs Employee Relations Recruiting TalentLet me start by saying this is not intended to be a political post. MORE
OCTOBER 11, 2016
Executive compensation is a natural concern of many in the non-profit sector. Three years later, Charity Navigator reported that the typical charity CEO’s compensation had increased just 2.6% In addition to higher pay, some non-profits compensate for the lack of stock options and other corporate extras in the sector by allowing flexible work time. A previous Astronology® highlighted details to consider when developing a compensation plan for non-profit executives: 1. MORE
AUGUST 20, 2015
Or really anyone in charge of hiring, training, and monitoring the performance of some or all of your employees. One of the big influencers in HR and Talent Management, Josh Bersin runs this blog where he discusses “strategic talent management, creating high-impact learning organizations, and how organizations drive business change and competitive advantage through talent strategy and technology.”. Recruiting animal. ERE Recruiting Conference and Expo. Tools. MORE
DECEMBER 8, 2020
Technology. As a result, regular communication via video conferencing and instant messaging software has helped organizations forge camaraderie and teamwork. Use of this technology also has allowed for productivity to continue even under the least ideal circumstances. MORE
OCTOBER 20, 2021
It’s disheartening to learn that an employee is choosing to leave your organization. According to Gallup’s report on employee turnover , 52% of employees who leave their jobs voluntarily say their organization could have done something to keep them from quitting. MORE
OCTOBER 21, 2016
Holiday parties have become THE place where employees are “recognized.” If you’ve waited to communicate your appreciation for an employee until the annual party, you don’t deserve to be called a leader. And what makes you think that an employee and/or guest attending your holiday party wants to have you interrupt the festivities and pontificate while awkwardly advancing a poorly done power point presentation? MORE
MARCH 12, 2018
There’s a phenomenon that many HR nerds refer to as the employee lifecycle, and if it’s something you’re not managing, you may be losing out as an employer. The employee lifecycle refers to the various stages of relationship that an employee has with their employer. Human resources plays a key role in every aspect of the employee lifecycle. Recruiting. Be competitive with overall compensation packages. Provide timely final pay and other due compensation. MORE
APRIL 20, 2018
Processing payroll, benefits shopping, employee relations, and a host of other HR services for small business are obligations of employers, not options. A PEO is an organization that provides comprehensive HR solutions to small and mid-size businesses, such as payroll, benefits, HR, tax administration, and regulatory compliance assistance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employee Relations. Employee handbooks. Assistance with recruiting. MORE
MARCH 26, 2020
More companies are implementing data and analytics than are using these business-critical tools to help drive employee-related decisions. Employees are becoming more prized for their soft skills, and there is increasing competition for talent in areas such as data science. MORE
APRIL 17, 2020
There are a ton of great HR/Recruitment blogs. Ongig, of course, has its own recruiting blog — you’re reading it right now! This includes general HR blogs, recruiting blogs, talent acquisition blogs, employer branding blogs and more. Employee Engagement. MORE
JULY 28, 2020
I belong to multiple online groups covering HR on a variety of platforms - you know the type - people can post questions on problems they're having in their HR shops and get help, advice and recommendations from their peers. Compensation Employee Relations Recruiting MORE
DECEMBER 16, 2020
Most new offices make do with the boss acting as the recruiter, administrator and everything else, or they hire a man Friday who acts as the general administrator and janitor. . The various department heads or managers are required to handle any other employee issues that crops up. . MORE
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
The research was based on a survey of more than 300 HR professionals from businesses ranging from 50 employees up to more than 20,000 workers. It’s even harder when there’s a need to integrate data among multiple systems—and commonly that is indeed needed.” Related: Want real HR change? MORE
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
But as every HR pro knows, salaries offered via compensation plans get adjusted based on how much it costs to live in specific geographical areas. The salary reductions depend on where the employee relocates. Twitter employees who move and lose pay will get a $3,000 one-time allowance. MORE
FEBRUARY 8, 2017
There are tips to make “time crunch recruiting” effective. But there is a price tag associated with this “ready-on-day-one” hire, and the magical compensation range of “Depends Upon Skills and Experience” may not work in your favor. However, hiring employees with lack of experience can be beneficial for you too. But recent college graduates can be some of your best employees. Larger companies often have more employees on their rosters. MORE
AUGUST 30, 2016
economy and compensation budget planning. So as we collectively begin the annual ritual of compensation budgeting, let’s start with a quick analysis of the projected economic climate for 2017. As slack in the labor market diminishes and firms must increasingly compete for a shrinking pool of unemployed or underemployed workers, growth in hourly compensation is expected to pick up.”. 2017 Compensation Budgeting – A 30,000 Foot Review. Employee Relations. MORE
JULY 30, 2021
As an HR professional, you're involved in every stage of your employees' journey within your organization. Recruitment, onboarding, payroll, attendance, performance, L&D, offboarding—honestly, just listing them all is tiring. HCM software is just one of these solutions. MORE
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The QTI Group is a privately owned human resources and staffing organization providing staffing, recruiting, compensation consulting, and outsourced HR to businesses headquartered in Wisconsin since 1957. They look forward to providing HR solutions to even more businesses in the area. MORE
AUGUST 15, 2019
It is achieved by successfully monitoring and managing ever changing laws and regulations as they relate to business operations and employee relations. Compliance impacts almost every task related to HR. Employment offers, contracts, employee record keeping, credentialing, license tracking, reassignments, training and more. This is in addition to the talent management modules that are also required to maintain employee data and reporting. MORE
APRIL 1, 2016
How is compensation management working in your company right now? While some business leaders tend to perceive compensation as a static event, HR managers know that in reality, it’s about much more than simply calculating compensation. Compensation must be managed – therefore, it’s an ongoing series of activities; not simply a “one and done” annual event. The goals of compensation management are to attract, retain, and motivate your employees (source: HR.com ). MORE
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
Jenni Marquez, CCP, PayScale Compensation Professional Let’s review. SECTION FOUR: PAY CONCERNS AND PAY RAISES 1) INTERNAL vs. EXTERNAL EQUITY Definition: Internal equity exists when employees at a company perceive that they are being rewarded fairly according to the relative value of their jobs. If you have external inequities and find your pay is low compared to market, you likely have flight risks, higher turnover, and difficulty recruiting. MORE
JULY 17, 2018
Today on The Weekly Dose I take a look at the HR Tech, voluntary employee benefit and financing solution for your employees called Kashable. Kashable is basically a simple way for your employees to borrow money, where you as a company are not involved, but can still ensure they get the assistance they need! Loaning out money to employees, through your company, always becomes a nightmare. This is why I was so intrigued with a technology like Kashable. MORE
JUNE 28, 2021
For any business, employee morale is a big deal. When employees genuinely enjoy the atmosphere, they’ll want to succeed and be more productive, leading to higher quality work and greater outcomes for the business. Getting employee feedback can be an incredibly easy way to boost morale. MORE
AUGUST 22, 2017
But more than that, it’s not enough to hire a bunch of employees who are different from one another; as humans, we need to feel included. On the flip side, without inclusion, you see a negative impact on employee engagement and retention. Employee Relations. When we fail to manage diversity, employee relations issues can arise. Promptly investigate any complaints by employees. Learn More About Our Compensation Software. MORE
APRIL 16, 2019
The more time you spend managing employee issues, the less time you have to run your business. But by ignoring your employer responsibilities to employees, you could cause a rift in your workforce and create potentially costly legal battles. Your simple employee relations issue just escalated. Other employees are now complaining that Joe is very careless around equipment in the warehouse. An employee requests leave. MORE
AUGUST 8, 2020
Most managers consider getting a gift for their employees a common thing they need to do at the end of the year. However, according to employee satisfaction surveys , it takes more than a bottle of wine to show your employees that you appreciate them. MORE
NOVEMBER 9, 2019
However, this is not a task which can be shouldered by the HR team alone; they need the right tools to deliver optimal results. Over the years, organizations around the globe have spent billions of dollars on employee performance analysis, talent recruitment, leadership training, and development. To tackle these thorny issues, companies have started investing in sophisticated data analytics tools coupled with Artificial Intelligence (AI) to add to their HR department. MORE
SEPTEMBER 4, 2013
The more time you spend managing employee issues, the less time you have to run your business. But ignoring your employee-related responsibilities could cause a rift in your workforce and create potentially costly legal battles. Your simple employee relations issue just escalated. Other employees are now complaining that Joe is very careless around equipment in the warehouse. An employee requests leave. MORE
JANUARY 10, 2017
As compensation professionals we are often asked if there are alternatives to simplify the method by which compensation decisions are made and communicated within an organization. The following are five basic ways to simplify the complexities of compensation. Step 1: Consolidate job titles and descriptions based on broader criteria & common activities, and move to a “job classification” pay system. MORE
OCTOBER 19, 2021
For more than a year-and-a-half, HR teams have been dealing with fallout from the pandemic, including seismic shifts in how and where work gets done and a transformed workplace that requires new skills and employee experience initiatives. MORE
DECEMBER 7, 2014
During the HR Technology Conference , I was chatting with someone about job titles. She had heard the most interesting title – Vice President of Employee Success. When a person has the job title Vice President of Employee Success, that takes responsibility for achieving success away from: 1) The organization. 3) The employees. Especially in recruiting. Let’s say I’m applying for a job and scheduled to interview with the Vice President of Employee Success. MORE
JUNE 23, 2020
Everything – the entire employee life cycle, from recruitment & hiring practices, to organizational culture, to employee exit. Use data and facts to evaluate candidates the same way – Says Webb, “Create a standard evaluation system and metrics and use them the same way. MORE
MAY 23, 2019
In 2018, leading employee retention researchers estimated 42 million Americans would turn over. As an employer, what does employee turnover mean for you? Most employers assume a hefty compensation package is the biggest motivator. Salary is definitely one of the first considerations when it comes to recruiting new talent. But salary isn’t as important to retaining employees as it is to attract them in the first place. Source – DepositPhotos.com. MORE
The HR Capitalist
JULY 28, 2020
I belong to multiple online groups covering HR on a variety of platforms - you know the type - people can post questions on problems they're having in their HR shops and get help, advice and recommendations from their peers. Compensation Employee Relations Recruiting
HRExecutive
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
The research was based on a survey of more than 300 HR professionals from businesses ranging from 50 employees up to more than 20,000 workers. It’s even harder when there’s a need to integrate data among multiple systems—and commonly that is indeed needed.” Related: Want real HR change?
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Compensation Today
AUGUST 22, 2017
But more than that, it’s not enough to hire a bunch of employees who are different from one another; as humans, we need to feel included. On the flip side, without inclusion, you see a negative impact on employee engagement and retention. Employee Relations. When we fail to manage diversity, employee relations issues can arise. Promptly investigate any complaints by employees. Learn More About Our Compensation Software.
Insperity
APRIL 16, 2019
The more time you spend managing employee issues, the less time you have to run your business. But by ignoring your employer responsibilities to employees, you could cause a rift in your workforce and create potentially costly legal battles. Your simple employee relations issue just escalated. Other employees are now complaining that Joe is very careless around equipment in the warehouse. An employee requests leave.
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The HR Capitalist
JULY 22, 2019
Sanders is a Democratic presidential candidate, and part of his platform has been the need to pay workers a living wage. But now the union complains some employees are getting less. The FLSA exists to provide legal boundaries for SMBs (as well as large companies) related to classification of workers. Compensation Current Affairs Employee Relations Recruiting TalentLet me start by saying this is not intended to be a political post.
Ongig
APRIL 17, 2020
There are a ton of great HR/Recruitment blogs. Ongig, of course, has its own recruiting blog — you’re reading it right now! This includes general HR blogs, recruiting blogs, talent acquisition blogs, employer branding blogs and more. Employee Engagement.
The HR Capitalist
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
But as every HR pro knows, salaries offered via compensation plans get adjusted based on how much it costs to live in specific geographical areas. The salary reductions depend on where the employee relocates. Twitter employees who move and lose pay will get a $3,000 one-time allowance.
Astron Solutions
JANUARY 10, 2017
As compensation professionals we are often asked if there are alternatives to simplify the method by which compensation decisions are made and communicated within an organization. The following are five basic ways to simplify the complexities of compensation. Step 1: Consolidate job titles and descriptions based on broader criteria & common activities, and move to a “job classification” pay system.
Hyrell
FEBRUARY 8, 2017
There are tips to make “time crunch recruiting” effective. But there is a price tag associated with this “ready-on-day-one” hire, and the magical compensation range of “Depends Upon Skills and Experience” may not work in your favor. However, hiring employees with lack of experience can be beneficial for you too. But recent college graduates can be some of your best employees. Larger companies often have more employees on their rosters.
HRExecutive
OCTOBER 19, 2021
For more than a year-and-a-half, HR teams have been dealing with fallout from the pandemic, including seismic shifts in how and where work gets done and a transformed workplace that requires new skills and employee experience initiatives.
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Astron Solutions
DECEMBER 8, 2020
Technology. As a result, regular communication via video conferencing and instant messaging software has helped organizations forge camaraderie and teamwork. Use of this technology also has allowed for productivity to continue even under the least ideal circumstances.
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HR Bartender
JANUARY 12, 2016
(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , the global leader in delivering workforce management solutions in the cloud. The Workforce Institute at Kronos released the third book in its thought leadership trilogy aimed at developing and retaining a competitive and engaged workforce: It’s All About Bob(bie) – Strategies for Winning With Your Employees. The question is, how do you get employees to love your company?
Astron Solutions
AUGUST 30, 2016
economy and compensation budget planning. So as we collectively begin the annual ritual of compensation budgeting, let’s start with a quick analysis of the projected economic climate for 2017. As slack in the labor market diminishes and firms must increasingly compete for a shrinking pool of unemployed or underemployed workers, growth in hourly compensation is expected to pick up.”. 2017 Compensation Budgeting – A 30,000 Foot Review. Employee Relations.
Insperity
SEPTEMBER 4, 2013
The more time you spend managing employee issues, the less time you have to run your business. But ignoring your employee-related responsibilities could cause a rift in your workforce and create potentially costly legal battles. Your simple employee relations issue just escalated. Other employees are now complaining that Joe is very careless around equipment in the warehouse. An employee requests leave.
Astron Solutions
OCTOBER 20, 2021
It’s disheartening to learn that an employee is choosing to leave your organization. According to Gallup’s report on employee turnover , 52% of employees who leave their jobs voluntarily say their organization could have done something to keep them from quitting.
Astron Solutions
OCTOBER 11, 2016
Executive compensation is a natural concern of many in the non-profit sector. Three years later, Charity Navigator reported that the typical charity CEO’s compensation had increased just 2.6% In addition to higher pay, some non-profits compensate for the lack of stock options and other corporate extras in the sector by allowing flexible work time. A previous Astronology® highlighted details to consider when developing a compensation plan for non-profit executives: 1.
Astron Solutions
JUNE 23, 2020
Everything – the entire employee life cycle, from recruitment & hiring practices, to organizational culture, to employee exit. Use data and facts to evaluate candidates the same way – Says Webb, “Create a standard evaluation system and metrics and use them the same way.
Astron Solutions
JUNE 28, 2021
For any business, employee morale is a big deal. When employees genuinely enjoy the atmosphere, they’ll want to succeed and be more productive, leading to higher quality work and greater outcomes for the business. Getting employee feedback can be an incredibly easy way to boost morale.
Compensation Today
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
Jenni Marquez, CCP, PayScale Compensation Professional Let’s review. SECTION FOUR: PAY CONCERNS AND PAY RAISES 1) INTERNAL vs. EXTERNAL EQUITY Definition: Internal equity exists when employees at a company perceive that they are being rewarded fairly according to the relative value of their jobs. If you have external inequities and find your pay is low compared to market, you likely have flight risks, higher turnover, and difficulty recruiting.
Career Metis
MARCH 26, 2020
More companies are implementing data and analytics than are using these business-critical tools to help drive employee-related decisions. Employees are becoming more prized for their soft skills, and there is increasing competition for talent in areas such as data science.
Career Metis
AUGUST 8, 2020
Most managers consider getting a gift for their employees a common thing they need to do at the end of the year. However, according to employee satisfaction surveys , it takes more than a bottle of wine to show your employees that you appreciate them.
HR Digest
DECEMBER 16, 2020
Most new offices make do with the boss acting as the recruiter, administrator and everything else, or they hire a man Friday who acts as the general administrator and janitor. . The various department heads or managers are required to handle any other employee issues that crops up. .
Stratus
MARCH 12, 2018
There’s a phenomenon that many HR nerds refer to as the employee lifecycle, and if it’s something you’re not managing, you may be losing out as an employer. The employee lifecycle refers to the various stages of relationship that an employee has with their employer. Human resources plays a key role in every aspect of the employee lifecycle. Recruiting. Be competitive with overall compensation packages. Provide timely final pay and other due compensation.
Career Metis
MAY 23, 2019
In 2018, leading employee retention researchers estimated 42 million Americans would turn over. As an employer, what does employee turnover mean for you? Most employers assume a hefty compensation package is the biggest motivator. Salary is definitely one of the first considerations when it comes to recruiting new talent. But salary isn’t as important to retaining employees as it is to attract them in the first place. Source – DepositPhotos.com.
Essium HRM
AUGUST 15, 2019
It is achieved by successfully monitoring and managing ever changing laws and regulations as they relate to business operations and employee relations. Compliance impacts almost every task related to HR. Employment offers, contracts, employee record keeping, credentialing, license tracking, reassignments, training and more. This is in addition to the talent management modules that are also required to maintain employee data and reporting.
Tandem HR
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The QTI Group is a privately owned human resources and staffing organization providing staffing, recruiting, compensation consulting, and outsourced HR to businesses headquartered in Wisconsin since 1957. They look forward to providing HR solutions to even more businesses in the area.
Analytics Training
NOVEMBER 9, 2019
However, this is not a task which can be shouldered by the HR team alone; they need the right tools to deliver optimal results. Over the years, organizations around the globe have spent billions of dollars on employee performance analysis, talent recruitment, leadership training, and development. To tackle these thorny issues, companies have started investing in sophisticated data analytics tools coupled with Artificial Intelligence (AI) to add to their HR department.
Tandem HR
APRIL 20, 2018
Processing payroll, benefits shopping, employee relations, and a host of other HR services for small business are obligations of employers, not options. A PEO is an organization that provides comprehensive HR solutions to small and mid-size businesses, such as payroll, benefits, HR, tax administration, and regulatory compliance assistance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employee Relations. Employee handbooks. Assistance with recruiting.
The Tim Sackett Project
JULY 17, 2018
Today on The Weekly Dose I take a look at the HR Tech, voluntary employee benefit and financing solution for your employees called Kashable. Kashable is basically a simple way for your employees to borrow money, where you as a company are not involved, but can still ensure they get the assistance they need! Loaning out money to employees, through your company, always becomes a nightmare. This is why I was so intrigued with a technology like Kashable.
HRsoft
APRIL 1, 2016
How is compensation management working in your company right now? While some business leaders tend to perceive compensation as a static event, HR managers know that in reality, it’s about much more than simply calculating compensation. Compensation must be managed – therefore, it’s an ongoing series of activities; not simply a “one and done” annual event. The goals of compensation management are to attract, retain, and motivate your employees (source: HR.com ).
Astron Solutions
MAY 15, 2018
In a 2017 small business survey conducted by Justworks and Squarefoot , it was reported that less than half (44%) of employees felt that unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) is important. While in some cases employers designate a specific amount of days / hours for each reason for being away from work, this article will focus on policies that allow employees to earn a bank of paid time off, and then use the time as they see fit. Paid time off is considered an excellent recruitment tool.
PerformanceICreate
OCTOBER 21, 2016
Holiday parties have become THE place where employees are “recognized.” If you’ve waited to communicate your appreciation for an employee until the annual party, you don’t deserve to be called a leader. And what makes you think that an employee and/or guest attending your holiday party wants to have you interrupt the festivities and pontificate while awkwardly advancing a poorly done power point presentation?
Capterra
AUGUST 20, 2015
Or really anyone in charge of hiring, training, and monitoring the performance of some or all of your employees. One of the big influencers in HR and Talent Management, Josh Bersin runs this blog where he discusses “strategic talent management, creating high-impact learning organizations, and how organizations drive business change and competitive advantage through talent strategy and technology.”. Recruiting animal. ERE Recruiting Conference and Expo. Tools.
Zoho People
JULY 30, 2021
As an HR professional, you're involved in every stage of your employees' journey within your organization. Recruitment, onboarding, payroll, attendance, performance, L&D, offboarding—honestly, just listing them all is tiring. HCM software is just one of these solutions.
HRExecutive
OCTOBER 5, 2021
These are just a few of the emotionally fraught situations for which employees seek out human resources—for guidance, reassurance and knowledge. None left the employees feeling seen, heard and understood. Adam needed to update his benefits to include his new partner.
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