Mon.Mar 04, 2024

article thumbnail

HR 101: Let’s talk about unlimited PTO

HR Brew

Welcome to HR 101. Class is now in session. Today’s discussion will focus on unlimited paid time-off (PTO). The history. Policies around time off can be pretty straightforward. Staff have a set number of sick, vacation, and personal days that they can take each year and may increase with their tenure. Before WWII, PTO was often only available to employees in white-collar jobs, according to research from the Federal Reserve Bank of St.

Policies 367
article thumbnail

Cross Training Employees: Examples and Plans

Business Management Daily

Smart organizations realize that time spent cross-training employees yields a substantial return on investment. Benefits of cross-training – defined as teaching workers new skills so that they can perform different roles beyond the one for which they were hired — include: Coverage of duties when another team member is absent. Extra staffing for critical tasks during crunch times or peak seasons.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

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

article thumbnail

Maceo Owens teaches HR how to support their ERGs

HR Brew

Maceo Owens was ready to quit her job. It was late 2019, and the dasher experience specialist at DoorDash felt ready to move on. Then, she stumbled upon the company’s Black employee resource group (ERG) and suddenly felt as though she had found her community. By early 2020, she had become a co-chair of Black@DoorDash, but her excitement was quelled by the social upheaval caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and police murder of George Floyd.

article thumbnail

Demystifying AI: Key Takeaways from the 2024 HR Superstars Summit

15Five

In the last few years, it feels like AI went from just being on everyone’s lips to popping up everywhere with new practical applications being discovered every day. In some organizations, AI tools are quietly being used by individuals or teams that haven’t shared them with anyone else, worried they’ll get in trouble for trying to save time on their work.

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

Starting up: This startup is leveraging tech to make compliance faster and smoother

HR Brew

We’re back! 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. Jocelyn King is the founder and CEO of VirgilHR, a compliance software startup that leverages automation and a “smart chatbot” to help HR pros navigate the complex world of compliance across federal, state, and local labor and employment law.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Women have returned to the workforce. Now, how to keep them?

HRExecutive

This month marks four years since the official start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the massive workforce shifts during this time was the exodus—and subsequent return—of women to the labor force. Just months into the pandemic, the effect on women’s labor force participation was already noticeable, with some experts dubbing the impact the “She-cession.” Women around the country left their jobs in droves, largely driven by disproportionate expectations for caregiving duties in t

How To 123
article thumbnail

How Leaders Can Master Spontaneous Communication

IO At Work

High level leaders are often put on the spot, and what they say matters. Harvard Business Review provides practical advice for leaders who want to improve their communication skills.

115
115
article thumbnail

Fearful of AI in HR? How to work better with the tech

HRExecutive

In the swiftly evolving landscape of today’s workplace, a new concern has emerged known as FOBO—fear of becoming obsolete. It’s the unsettling feeling that the rapid advancements in technology, particularly AI , might outpace our ability to keep up, potentially sidelining us in our own careers. - Advertisement - As these feelings spread throughout the workforce, it’s pivotal to understand that AI—especially generative AI—isn’t the enemy but rather the strategy; it’s

article thumbnail

How to Host a Successful Take Your Kids to Work Day on April 25, 2024

Abel HR

Take Your Kids to Work Day, set for April 25, 2024, is an excellent opportunity for businesses to bridge the gap between the professional and personal worlds of their employees. It’s a day that can be enlightening and enjoyable for children, offering them a glimpse into the working world. For companies, it’s a chance to showcase their culture, values, and commitment to family-friendly practices.

How To 96
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

Department of Labor Sends Overtime Rule to OIRA for Review

Cupa HR

On March 1, the Department of Labor (DOL)’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) sent the highly anticipated final rule to update Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime regulations to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for review. This is a required step in the regulatory process and acts as one of the last steps prior to releasing the text of the regulation to the public.

article thumbnail

Cal/OSHA’s Civil Penalties Increase in 2024

HRWatchdog

Inflation doesn’t just affect food, housing and energy costs — its effects are far-reaching, as the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health’s (Cal/OSHA) recent increased penalties for certain violations demonstrate. In 2017, the California Legislature passed a new law requiring annual increases to certain minimum and maximum civil penalties to make them consistent with the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s civil penalties.

article thumbnail

12 Ways to Ensure Inclusive Hiring for People With Disabilities

TalentCulture

Imagine you discover an ideal job opportunity. You have the skills, drive, and vision to excel in this role. However, barriers invisible to others are preventing you from even getting a foot in the door. This scenario might seem unlikely in a modern organization. Yet, for millions of potential candidates with disabilities, obstacles to inclusive […] The post 12 Ways to Ensure Inclusive Hiring for People With Disabilities appeared first on TalentCulture.

Hiring 93
article thumbnail

Data-driven business decisions: the foundation for growth

Workable

Data is all the rage these days, with storage expected to reach 175 zettabytes by 2025. That’s 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 bytes. That’s an absolute lot. That’s according to Deloitte , and emphasized by Avinash Tripathi , a leading figure in analytics who has observed that explosion of data throughout his long career. We sat down with him for an email Q&A and he had plenty of insights on this.

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

Harnessing Soft Skills For Executive Excellence

Forbes Coaches Council

What sets truly elite leaders apart is their mastery of emotional and social competencies—what we refer to as "soft skills.

article thumbnail

Building A Culture of Resilience

New to HR

Building a culture of resilience is essential for companies undergoing a restructure, as it helps employees navigate change, adapt to new challenges, and thrive in. The post Building A Culture of Resilience appeared first on New To HR.

Company 88
article thumbnail

Dr. Charles Handler on Balancing Data With the Human Touch

Betterworks

Dr. Charles Handler, CEO and founder of Rocket-Hire, joins People Fundamentals to address the delicate balance between efficiency and the human touch.

Data 97
article thumbnail

Remote co-founder: Forget fixed hours and embrace flexibility

HRExecutive

Building high-performing global teams can seem like a logistical puzzle in today’s hyper-connected world. Enter asynchronous work, a revolutionary approach Remote is championing. By breaking free from the shackles of fixed schedules, async empowers teams to collaborate across time zones, tap into diverse talent pools, and, ultimately, maximize productivity. - Advertisement - In this interview with HRM Asia , Job van der Voort, CEO and Co-Founder at Remote , shares how async fosters a cul

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

For This Senior Account Manager, Self-Confidence Translates to Success

The Muse

Maura Reilly, a senior account manager at Upside, details her professional growth and success.

ATS 111
article thumbnail

Becoming Great For All™: How Equity in the Workplace Can Help Your People—and Business—Thrive

HRExecutive

Register here! Date & Time: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 2:00 pm ET Speaker: Brian K. Reaves , Chief Belonging, Diversity, and Equity Officer, UKG Michael C. Bush , CEO, Great Place to Work Sponsored by: Description: Why do some companies thrive while others flatline? Here’s what they won’t tell you in business school — no matter how well-crafted your strategy is, there’s simply no substitute for a great culture.

UKG 85
article thumbnail

???????????????????????????????? On-Cloud ??? On-Premise ???????????????

Darwinbox

ในโลกยุคปัจจุบันข้อมูล (data) ถือเป็น asset หรือทรัพย์สินองค์กรที่มีความสำคัญเป็นอย่างมาก เนื่องจากองค์กรต่างๆหันมาสร้างความได้เปรียบในการแข่งขันในเกมส์ธุรกิจด้วยการใช้ประโยชน์จากข้อมูล ไม่ว่าจะเป็นด้วยการประมวลผลข้อมูลในเชิงสถิติ การประเมินสถานการณ์ปัจจุบัน และแนวโน้มสถานการณ์ที่จะเกิดขึ้นด้วยการวิเคราะห์ข้อมูล หรือการประมวลผลข้อมูลเพื่อเพิ่มประสิทธิภาพการดำเนินงานภายในองค์กรก็ตาม ดังนั้นจะเห็นได้ว่าการเข้าถึง และเรียกใช้ข้อมูลได้ทุกที่ทุกเวลามีความสำคัญ และจำเป็นเป็นอย่างยิ่ง ทั้งนี้หากเราพิจา

Data 79
article thumbnail

Classroom Conundrum: Supporting Educators to Enhance Well-Being and Engagement

HRExecutive

Register here! Date & Time: Tuesday, April 09, 2024 at 2:00 pm ET Speakers: Kinsey Klasnich , Benefits Coordinator, Duluth Public Schools Nina Bankar , VP of Customer Success, Calm Sponsored by: Description: Despite an increased focus on mental health at work, most employees aren’t feeling better. According to Calm’s 2024 Voice of the Workplace Report, 69% of survey respondents said their mental health stayed the same or got worse in the past year.

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

The Importance of Chemical Material Safety Data Sheets

Ving!

Exploring the crucial role of chemical material safety data sheets in ensuring workplace safety and compliance.

Data 102
article thumbnail

Spring into Wellness

eni

March 2024 The post Spring into Wellness appeared first on eni.

Wellness 100
article thumbnail

???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Darwinbox

Darwinbox

การสรรหาบุคคลากร หรือ Recruitment คือกระบวนการที่ครอบคลุมตั้งแต่กระบวนการวางแผน การค้นหา และการคัดเลือกบุคลากรที่มีความรู้ความสามารถ รวมไปถึงทักษะการทำงานที่เหมาะสม

article thumbnail

Indomitable

NoExcusesHR

Indomitable. What an impressive word. It speaks to inner strength, conviction, and a level of dedication unmatched by most. You are indomitable. Sounds good, right? But, how does one get to a place where this powerful word actually applies? Is it something we’re born with…something we learn…something else? We’ve seen leaders who appear to have it all together.

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.