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Wed.May 27, 2015
What to Do if You Can’t Manage Talent… But Have to
ClearCompany HRM
MAY 27, 2015
Not everyone can be a manager. It’s why only 1 in 10 people possess high talent to manage , and why companies don’t choose the right person for management jobs 82% of the time. Very few have the ability to lead teams, engage them, and handle the stressful workloads of working between employees and corporate. But if you’re not the lucky 1 in 10 who can manage talent effectively, what do you do?
Five Dos and Don’ts of Managing High Potential Employees
TLNT: The Business of HR
MAY 27, 2015
As the War for Talent rages, ensuring the success of high potential (HiPo) employee programs is more important than ever. Many companies still struggle to successfully identify, assess, develop and shepherd the careers of their top talent to fill leadership gaps, and drive growth and innovation throughout the organization. But, DON’T confuse high performance with high potential. more…).
Growing Talent Management Firms: Strategic Growth Planning
ATD Human Capital
MAY 27, 2015
Steve Cohen examines a simple format for conducting a growth planning process that you can readily apply to any sized firm. Basically, an effective growth planning process involves five simple phases. Click here to read full version
Yes, people really do quit jobs for more money
Compensation Today
MAY 27, 2015
Crystal Spraggins, SPHR PayScale’s 2015 Compensation Best Practices Report (CBPR) noted two primary reasons people quit their jobs last year: personal reasons (family, marriage, health, school, etc.) And generally speaking, that decision is completely unrelated to the employee’s work conditions (and therefore outside of the employer’s control). Money still talks. Plus let’s face it. He has to.
Skill based learning – How it drives an organization’s performance
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Training and learning organizations today play an active role in contributing to the bottom line of any organization by aligning their objectives to the immediate business objectives. This provides a solid ground for cost justification and encourages businesses to place training groups right where they should be, at the heart of a growing, thriving, learning culture.
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Economist / KMPG Evidence Based HR
Strategic HCM
MAY 27, 2015
One of the topics I expect to come up at the Economist's Talent Management 2015 summit in a couple of weeks time is evidence based HR, so I've been taking a look through their recent research for KPMG on this topic , which is defined as using the best available evidence to support people-related decision making. One stumbling block may be the credibility of the HR function. It's simply not true.
Are your leaders falling short?
Changeboard
MAY 27, 2015
Selecting the right leader for any organisation is critical. As the dust settles on the UK general election, it seems an opportune time to reflect on the way that the role of corporate leaders has changed and look at what makes them successful. Is it their policies and vision, or their expertise and experience? Or perhaps their personal qualities and ability to win hearts and minds?
The Recruiter's Checklist: 5 Questions to Ask Before Hitting Send
Entelo
MAY 27, 2015
Hammering out dozens of emails to candidates every day is no easy feat, so finding a rhythm and flow that works is comparable to discovering a gem. Like most talent pros who make the extra effort to test out a variety of outreach styles, you hold on to what works. There are likely at least two templates you alternate for each role. You’ve got go-to phrases you plug every few lines or so.
The Road to Strategic HR for Mid-market Companies
PeopleStrategy
MAY 27, 2015
We read a lot about HR stepping up to fill a more strategic role and using data and analytics to shape a company’s goals and objectives. In larger companies where there tend to be more financial, technological and human resources, this shift is already taking place. For HR professionals in small and mid-market companies, the transition is slightly more challenging for two key reasons. 1.
Leaving performance reviews behind: Where to start [Guide]
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Is your company ready to move beyond the annual performance review? Where do you start? What are the keys to success? In this guide, you’ll gain an understanding of: the forces driving change, three foundations of success and take a deep dive into the skills gap many managers have that will sink your efforts before they start and how to address them.
How a Workplace Culture of Trust Can Make Your Organization Thrive
TLNT: The Business of HR
MAY 27, 2015
Can we reverse the trust decline ? Distrust is the new normal. There has been a dramatic decline over at least the past 15 years in almost every sector of our society —distrust of the police, government, financial institutions, ethnic groups, and even each other. Distrust” is the headline every night on the news. more…).
3 Lessons on the Power of Thanks on Vacation
RecognizeThis!
MAY 27, 2015
by Lynette Silva. Recognize This! Appreciation and gratitude for others are powerful forces that are always at work, if we choose to notice them. Last week I enjoyed my first “real” vacation in many years. Learning from the experts I’ve been studying in preparation for WorkHuman next month, I fully disconnected and focused on relaxing and refreshing my mind, body and spirit. It was wonderful!
Why Tech Might Embrace Lockstep Salaries
Dice
MAY 27, 2015
When it comes to salaries, many tech companies embrace a meritocratic approach: “rock star” developers can expect lots of cash and perks, while those with similar experience and education—but who perhaps lack the talent and accomplishments—will make less. For those at the top of the heap, such meritocracies are ideal. Of course, many tech companies thrive on competition.
How to Enjoy Your Vacation While Working Remotely
FingerCheck
MAY 27, 2015
Ever come back from a vacation, opened your inbox, and immediately felt like you need another getaway? One way to avoid that moment and make your vacation more affordable is to work remotely while on vacation. Just Even HR and time tracking tasks are increasingly mobile– technology like FingerCheck’s time tracking application and web punch lets you clock in from virtually anywhere!
Innovation Buster: How Losing Your Best Employees is Killing Innovation
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Employees at the front lines often have better ideas for innovation than others within the business, but when they walk out the door, they take those ideas with them. Want to innovate better and faster than the competition? You need to hold onto your best employees and the ideas they have. In this session we will explore how various pieces of the talent life cycle are related to retention and examine more than 20 strategies and ideas for improving retention outcomes for your business.
Spotlight On Soft Skills: Why It Pays To Get Personal (And Interpersonal) Before You Hire
SkillSurvey
MAY 27, 2015
We’re publishing a series of blog posts examining the importance of soft skills in hiring. The first zeroes in on professionalism , and the challenge of knowing what it is, who’s got it, and who’s not. In this post, we’ll be getting up close and personal with two more key competency areas: Personal value commitment – will your new employee be trustworthy and treat others with respect? Every day.
Are Your Employees Afraid to Take Vacation Time?
Workforce Software
MAY 27, 2015
As we approach the summer months, your employees are probably starting to think about taking vacation time. While many American workers look forward to a traditional one- or two-week family vacation during the summer months, the act of requesting time off may have your employees wishing they lived in Europe—where workers typically enjoy far more. Organizational Culture Absence & Leave
The Next Great Workplace Benefit
Great Place to Work
MAY 27, 2015
Professional Coaching In the quest to create a great workplace, many organizations consider implementing innovative benefits or "perks". Some of the more creative offerings include pet insurance, backup care for loved ones, unlimited vacation time and quiet rooms for rest during the workday. Blogs
It’s Not HR’s Job to Be the Ambassador of Happiness
TLNT: The Business of HR
MAY 27, 2015
I’m down with all of this research and science behind happiness at work. think it’s a good thing. like it when HR professionals think about happiness, too. Nobody wants you to be miserable from your long commute to your 21st century factory job where you earn flat wages and can’t keep up. more…). HR Insights HR HR blog HR communications HR management
2016 Training Program Best Practices
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Can you hear the collective groan when you launch that new compliance course? Do you get complaints both public and private from trainees about the uselessness of the training courses you've launched? Is there anything that can be done about it?
Summer’s Here! How Smart Companies are Engaging Their Employees
Evil HR Lady
MAY 27, 2015
The day after Memorial day is the official start of the summer season-or at least when Miss Manners says we can pull our white shoes out of the closet. With summer comes vacation and people wishing they were on vacation. It can be difficult to keep people engaged when it would be so much more fun to be at the beach or the amusement park. Here’s what some smart companies are doing this summer to keep employees happy at their offices. To keep reading, click here: Summer’s Here! How Smart Companies are Engaging Their Employees
10 ways to make your employee engagement process more strategic
Newmeasures
MAY 27, 2015
As Human Resource professionals know all too well, employee engagement surveys face the danger of being seen as a check-the-box, HR initiative. However, when done right, feedback from engagement surveys can have a major impact on the execution of strategic objectives. Here are 10 ways to make your employee engagement survey more strategic. Customize your survey. Tailor your engagement
Which Type of Hiring Manager are You?
CareerCo Today
MAY 27, 2015
If you feel like you're in a recruiting rut, your hiring manager style might need a makeover. The post Which Type of Hiring Manager are You? appeared first on CareerCo Today. Hiring Resources & Advice
Are you shoehorning a generic ERP for your Services business?
Ramco
MAY 27, 2015
The post Are you shoehorning a generic ERP for your Services business? appeared first on Ramco Blog. Ramco HCM Suite Services ERP for Services industry Professional services management Services Resource Management Services Resource Planning
Ditching the formal performance review? Kineo shares 3 Elements for Success
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Is your organization thinking about moving towards a performance development culture? What are the elements to succeeding and keeping managers and employees engaged? Download “A Road Map for Change” to find out and gain insight into making the transition as smooth as possible on your journey into this brave new world.
Finding the Kind of Leadership That We Should All Aspire To
TLNT: The Business of HR
MAY 27, 2015
“You know, your butt looks so bad in the outfit you’re wearing, that I was surprised when I touched it, it felt good.”. Imagine hearing that on a date, or in the office, or on a date at your office party, or even your boss hitting on you at the office or at a party. Pretty horrible don’t you think, especially if you were the one experiencing it. more…).
How to More Effectively Gauge a Candidate’s Personality
Spark Hire
MAY 27, 2015
A person’s resume and cover letter speak volumes about who they are as an employee, but in order to make an informed hiring decision, you need to be able to assess a candidate’s personality to get a sense of who they really are as a person. What matters to this individual? How will they get along with their co-workers? How can you help them to thrive at work? and other cliché prompts.
The Benefits Of ERP In The Cloud
SAP Innovation
MAY 27, 2015
I recently came across an interesting study by Gartner Research discussing the impact of the cloud on the future of ERP. In Adoption of Cloud ERP, 2013 through 2023, author Nigel Rayner indicates that a full 47% of those surveyed plan to move the majority of their core ERP to the cloud within five years. IT specialists can the focus on more high-value services. Leverage composite solutions.
Beyond Tin Cans and String – Project Communication in the Digital World, part 1
HRchitect
MAY 27, 2015
Written by: John Hinojos. With email, voice mail, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and all the other digital options, you would not think it is necessary to talk about communication. However, even with all the latest technology are we effectively communicating with our teams or just sending out sound bites? Effective communication within any project is critical for the project’s success and most effective Project Managers plan and evaluate their communication needs throughout the project. Here are a few tips to help keep your communications on target. Have a Plan. Always meet. Keep it Simple.
HR's Critical Role in Creating Productive and Meaningful Workplaces
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Today’s workplace is characterized by chaotic forces—low employee engagement and productivity levels, and declining employee well being. HR Leaders have a critical role in defining the vision and strategy to transform and create a more productive and happy workplace.
Utilizing Talent Swaps as an Employee Development Tool
Something Different
MAY 27, 2015
<www.industryconnect.co.nz> …So this morning I read a great piece here from Kris Dunn wherein he talked about the merits of having high potentials job shadow senior leaders to gain the critical experiences needed to fill your organization’s talent pipelines for critical positions. Dunn …But at the time I played with the idea of, ‘Why not keep it going?’
Announcing Namely Learning
Namely
MAY 27, 2015
At the center of every great growing company is great people. And there’s only one way to get those great people through the door… by delivering great human resources. HR technology alone doesn’t make for successful HR. That’s why we built Namely Learning —to teach our clients the ins and outs of Namely in the smoothest way possible, be it instructor-led or self-paced courses, in videos or PDFs.
I could’ve had a v8!
Working Smarter Cafe
MAY 27, 2015
At the amazing community conference I attended last week, Scott Heiferman, CEO of Meetup showed two very interesting slides on the evolution of photography. One slide showed the impact of technology advances, and the next showed the real impact. The second slide provided the big picture perspective and true impact of advancing technology – cameras in […]. Uncategorized customer experience user experience voice of the customer Workforce Central 8
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