Tue.Sep 15, 2015
3 Examples of Using Alerts In Time and Attendance Software
nettime solutions
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Managers have a lot to manage. On the front end, they make sure employees deliver high quality products and service. On the back end, they evaluate labor within the parameters of operation, but many small items often get overlooked. cloud based time and attendance software has the functionality to customize Alerts , which work as an automated HR assistant in workforce management.
Something You Should Know: 65% of Your Workforce Is Looking For a New Job
TLNT: The Business of HR
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Why are 65 percent of employees actively looking for a new job? Disengaged Employees Employee Recognition Engagement HR Communications HR Management HR News HR Trends Retention & Engagement Talent Acquisition Talent Management Turnover Workforce Featured
Add Boomerang Employees to Your Recruiting Strategy
HR Bartender
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
( Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at SilkRoad , a global leader in cloud-based talent management solutions. They have just released their 2015 HR Technology Report, which reviews HR Technology advancement, adoption trends, integration and data effectiveness. You can download a copy here. Enjoy the post!). In some places, they might be called rehires. That has value.
Tips for Returning to a Former Employer
Dice
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Once upon a time, many organizations had strict policies that prohibited the rehiring of ex-employees, even if the latter left under good terms. But according to the results of a recent study , that mindset is starting to change: Some 76 percent of employers said they are more open to the idea of hiring so-called “boomerang” employees. But is a return engagement really a good idea?
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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Welcome Back: Hiring Boomerang Employees On The Rise
TalentHQ
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Who says you can’t go home again? I’m talking about returning to work for a former employer. There’s no time like the present to remind jobseekers of yet another avenue that’s often overlooked when it comes to landing a new job. If you’re like most people, when you part ways with an employer, your instinct is to brush your hands together, move on and don’t look back. But hold your horses.
Market Basket One Year Later * Relationships Win
RecognizeThis!
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
by Lynette Silva. Recognize This! – It’s the relationships employees form with each other across silos of rank and role that determine the success of an organization. Last summer I chronicled the story of the Market Basket revolt ( here , here , and here ). To summarize, two cousins (both named Arthur, just to keep things interesting) owned the company. Arthur S. Arthur T. But here’s the kicker.
The Intranet as Digital Workplace
Jive Software
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
For many people, the workday doesn’t have a set beginning or end time and the workplace isn’t always a physical destination. You may be one of those people. Do you drink your morning coffee while electronically catching up on your laptop or other device? Did you do the same thing before you went to bed last night (sans coffee)? But does it inspire you to do your best work? How does that happen?
Watson Says Multiple Channels of Recognition Mean Higher Engagement
China Gorman
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Here’s what I like about whitepapers from IBM’s Smarter Workforce Institute: they are short in length and long on data and context. appreciate that they share the underlying scientific concepts within their analyses of the data from their massive WorkTrends™ survey. Who would stick around one day longer to ensure they got an ebony clock on their 5 year service anniversary?
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.
Is It Possible to Be Too Smart?
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Many years ago, as a teenager, I applied for a job at a local fast food restaurant. The application asked for high school grade point average. Being an excellent student, I happily and proudly put down my GPA. In the interview, the manager looked down at my application and then back at me. “Is this correct?” he asked. Yes,” I said. He closed the folder and said, “We’re looking for people who don’t make school a priority.” And that ended my job interview. To keep reading, click here: Is It Possible to Be Too Smart
4 Tips for Better Security Programming
Dice
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
As everybody knows, flaws in programming languages allow anyone with the know-how to gain control of a PC. To be fair, it’s often not the fault of the language itself, but the implementation; that’s frequently been the case with Java , although years of use have made most programmers aware of the biggest potential vulnerabilities, such as checked exceptions. Check Your Bounds. Check Operations.
6 Tips You Need to Know to Hire Awesome Virtual Employees
Spark Hire
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Hiring a virtual employee is just like hiring anyone else — except you may never meet them in person. That being the case, you need to be sure they have the skills to do the job and that they will understand your company and get their work done without being in a traditional office. How do you assess all these skills virtually? Know where to look. Keith Brink , CEO, Twassistant.
The Pros and Cons of Focal vs. Anniversary Merit Raises
Compensation Today
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Tess C. Taylor, PHR, SHRM-CP, PayScale Senior Blogger Shifting merit increases from employee anniversary dates to a focal point system may be an option for companies that want to connect performance with pay. While it can raise concerns for employees initially, there are multiple advantages of changing salary increases to correspond with actual performance metrics. No problem.
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.
How smart is your office building?
Mangrove Software
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Have you recently considered new technologies designed to connect your building’s infrastructure? If not, you’re probably missing out on significant efficiencies and savings. It’s no wonder tech companies continue to tout the advantages of “smart” buildings. This is not some lab-based science project decades away from reality. View space and staff KPIs at a glance with intuitive dashboards.
From IT to IoT in Aviation
Ramco
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
The post From IT to IoT in Aviation appeared first on Ramco Blog. Ramco Aviation Suite Aircraft Technology Aviation IT Aviation solution erp system Internet of Things IoT M&E MRO IT M&E MRO Solution Maintenance Technology
When a Promotion is Not a Promotion
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Have you ever been given a boatload of new responsibilities without the title and pay increase to go with it? Or perhaps you got the title along with a vague promise that at “some point in the future” you’d get a raise to match your new responsibilities? It happens far more often than it should: A promised promotion that turns into nothing more than more work. What should you do about it? To keep reading, click here: When a Promotion is Not a Promotion
Whining and Temper Tantrums: Playground Behavior Hits the Workplace
HRWatchdog
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
You might have thought that once you left the confines of the playground, you wouldn’t witness anymore childish behaviors. Think again! recent survey conducted by Career Builder finds that three out of four workers have witnessed some type of childish behavior at work. 3 out of 4 workers see childish behaviors from their colleagues. Pout over something that didn’t go his/her way: 46 percent.
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?
[Infographic] Exercise and Improving Productivity in the Workplace
Paychex
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
What's an effective way to improve employee productivity? Evidence shows that encouraging physical activity can have a positive affect. Here's how
2 things that set new hires up for failure
Achievers
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
According to the 2012 Allied Workforce Mobility Survey , employers lose an average of 23 percent of all new hires within their first year. Among those who stay, one third of employees don’t meet expected levels of productivity. These are alarming statistics. They indicate that new hires are not receiving the quality guidance and onboarding they need when starting a new position.
Getting the Pulse on Employee Morale
CareerCo Today
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Concerned about how morale is affecting your bottom line? Learn how to use Pulse Surveys effectively to to increase morale and employee engagement. The post Getting the Pulse on Employee Morale appeared first on CareerCo Today. Employee Retention employee engagement employee morale employee retention pulse survey
People Powered Culture Change
Culture University
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
As you lead through culture change are you “playing to win?” Who is on your team? Culture is all about people. In order to play to win you need to know who is on your team and make sure that the right people are in the right positions. Throughout any change there are various roles […]. Faculty Culture Culture Change Leadership
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.
Promoting a Healthy Workplace Can Benefit Employers
Paychex
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
By providing employees with the motivation and resources to lead healthier lives, businesses may enjoy greater productivity, reduced employee absenteeism, and decreased insurance and workers' compensation costs
5 tips for finding your most productive work time
Ceridian
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
By Kelly Allder, VP of HR Programs, Ceridian As an HR leader, your assignment from day to day and from month to month is to maximize employee engagement, while increasing employee retention and productivity. Your company is investing a great deal in talent – and you want to make the most of that talent. So […]. Career Advice Business News Daily Ceridian employee productivity flexible work HR Human resources Kelly Allder work-life balance
8 is great!
Working Smarter Cafe
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
I’m using rough numbers here (hey, I’m in marketing), but in the three months since we released Workforce Central v8, customers have ordered 2x more of v8 than they did of Workforce Central 7 over its inaugural 90 day period! Maybe that’s because it’s highly decaffinated… And yes, many new and existing customers are choosing […]. Uncategorized cloud computing Kronos Support software adoption software upgrade Workforce Central 8
Is anyone still using unpaid interns?
Ohio Employer's Law
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
I’ve cautioning about the use of unpaid interns almost as long as this blog as been a blog ( here , here , and here , for example). Last week, the 11th Circuit, in Schumann v. Collier Anesthesia [pdf] , became the third federal appellate court to cast aside the DOL’s six-factor internship analysis for a stricter “primary beneficiary” test (joining the 6th Circuit and 2nd Circuit ). In Schumann , the court questioned the employer’s use of unpaid student registered nurse anesthetists participating in a clinic program as part of their master’s degree curriculum. wage and hour
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.
Who Wants to Recruit HR Pros With Me?
The HR Capitalist
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Capitalist Readers - This is a call for anyone with interest and relevant experience recruiting HR pros to consider joining me at Kinetix. Business is good, and we're seeing an uptick in the number of interesting HR positions we're working on. In addition, I've had a lifelong goal to build an HR recruiting practice that I would have used in my days as an HR leader, and now seems as good as time as any - but only if I can find some great recruiters to work with me. What do I need? I thought you'd never ask. Here's my list: 1. You have to recruit for a living and be good at it. 2. HR Insider
Believe It or Not, There Are Pluses to Employees Playing on Smart Phones at Work
TLNT: The Business of HR
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
When employees use their smartphone at work to play a quick game, browse the web, or check on personal email, it improves their well-being, according to a new study from Kansas State University. Best Practices Culture HR Insights HR Management HR News HR Trends Performance & Personality Talent Management Featured





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