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Why 90% of CHROs think recruiters need to become strategic talent advisors

HRExecutive

There’s yet another employment phase making headlines. The “Great Hesitation” has seen companies putting a pause on hiring while workers remain with their current employers. As economic and political uncertainty looms, talent acquisition teams are becoming more strategic in preparing for sudden hiring swings. - Advertisement - This mindset is a valuable factor in meeting organizational goals, according to the iCIMS 2024 Talent Experience Report.

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A Small Business’s Guide to Hiring Seasonal Employees

Extensis

Quick look: Approximately 75,000 seasonal employees work in the U.S. across various industries, from accounting to retail. These workers help businesses meet increased demand during their peak periods, alleviate workforce burnout, and potentially reduce long-term recruiting costs. Here, explore what you need to know about hiring for seasonal positions, from compliance considerations to incentivizing staff to come back next season, and how a PEO can help you achieve year-round success.

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World of HR: 73% of German companies that tried a four-day workweek will keep the schedule

HR Brew

Several countries have trotted out four-day workweek trials in recent years. Another just ended, and workers say they want to keep the shorter workweek. Where in the world? Germany, in partnership with Four Day Week Global, began a six-month trial of a four-day workweek in February with 45 participating companies, HR Brew previously reported. Following its conclusion, 73% of organizations said they planned to keep the schedule, according to a new report from Four Day Week Global.

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HR’s role in empowering women to thrive in an AI-driven era

HRExecutive

Despite the progress that has been made, gender gaps in the workplace continue to have adverse effects on women across all industries—whether it is underrepresentation in leadership roles or a continuing lack of pay parity. These gender gaps extend into professional development opportunities, particularly as generative artificial intelligence transforms our economy. - Advertisement - In fact, recent research sponsored by DeVry University found that there are gender disparities in AI knowledge, u

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Dockworkers strike depicted American employees’ healthy mistrust of automation and AI

HR Brew

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) won significant raises for its 45,000 dockworker members this month after a three-day strike that briefly threatened shipping and international trade. That victory, however, was colored by ongoing efforts at the ports to address automation and its potential effect on long-term job security for its members, which remains very much unresolved.

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How to Speak Up in Meetings as an Introvert

The Muse

Learn strategies for introverts to confidently speak up in meetings, both in-person and virtual. Discover how to overcome challenges and make your voice heard.

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List of Top Pay Equity Software in 2024

HR Lineup

As businesses strive to foster inclusive workplaces, the importance of pay equity has become a critical factor. Pay equity software helps organizations identify and address pay gaps by providing analytical insights into compensation trends, disparities, and biases. This article highlights the top pay equity software in 2024, providing a detailed overview of their key features and the specific needs each addresses.

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Motus Mobilize Recognized as “Mobile Device Management Solution of the Year” in 8th Annual Mobile Breakthrough Awards

Runzheimer

BOSTON, Mass., Oct. 24, 2024 – Motus Mobilize , experts in full lifecycle solution for both corporate-liable and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) , today announced that it has been selected as winner of the “Mobile Device Management Solution of the Year” award for Motus Mobilize in the 8th annual Mobile Breakthrough Awards. This marks the second consecutive year Motus Mobilize has won a Mobile Breakthrough Award, last year taking home the “Overall Mobility Management Solution Provider of the Year.

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HR in the Age of AI: Transforming Culture and Performance

HRExecutive

Register here! Date & Time: Tuesday, December 03, 2024 at 2:00PM ET Speakers: Noelle Russell , Founder & Chief AI Officer, AI Leadership Institute Zachary Chertok , Research Manager, Employee Experience IDC Sponsored by: Description: Join Workhuman and a team of experts to discover how you can harness the power of recognition + AI to solve your most critical HR challenges while making better, data-based decisions.

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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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Harnessing Creative Tension To Lead Organizational Change

Forbes Coaches Council

Let's look at how leaders can manage the tension between their current reality and vision to achieve remarkable results.

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DOL Mandates Employees Return to Office Starting Dec. 1

HR Digest

The DOL has a new mandate in relation to its return to office policy, but it’s not what employees were hoping to hear. The Department of Labor has ordered remote workers back to the office at least five days per biweekly pay period, starting December 1, 2024. The move was originally scheduled to take place starting this year in January however, the NCFLL union resisted the DOL office return policy very vocally.

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A Guide to Conducting Effective Exit Interviews

HR Cloud

Hardly a day passes without us discussing employee exits. While every organization experiences churn, where existing team members quit, and new entrants fill the void, the quitting rate has increased enormously post-pandemic. This led to the catchphrase ‘The Great Resignation,’ with several reports showing we are in an employee retention crisis.

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IRS Decreases Employer Mandate Penalties For 2025

PeopleKeep

For the first time, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reducing penalties for employers who don’t meet the federal government's requirements for health insurance. If you're a large business owner, you might be wondering how this affects your responsibilities and liabilities. Applicable large employers (ALEs), or organizations with 50 or more full-time equivalent employees (FTEs), must meet the employer shared responsibility provisions (ESRP) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (

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The HR Leader’s Survival Guide

HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

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10 Top Talent Management Software of 2024

Vantage Circle

Introduction The business world is moving at a breakneck pace and keeping up with talent has become one of the greatest challenges for organizations of all sizes. As companies across the globe face increasing competition for top talent, the demand for innovative solutions to manage, develop, and retain employees has never been higher. In 2024, talent management software is not just a tool—it's a critical enabler of business success.

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Why Do Your Employee Background Checks Take So Long? (Hint: They Don't Have To)

Cisive

Waiting for background checks can be frustrating when you need to make a quick hiring decision. Delays can leave you feeling stuck and unable to move forward.

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Developing Talent with Expectations, Feedback, and Recognition

Up Your Culture

Imagine this scenario for a moment: You were assigned to a project or a client with little direction from your manager. You jumped in to tackle this with enthusiasm, doing your best with the limited information you have. You’re working hard and feel you are making progress, but then your manager steps in, redoes your work, and takes over. You are left wondering, “What just happened?

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Concluding consultative process, California finalizes Earned Wage Access regulations

Payactiv

October 24, 2024 California’s Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced finalized regulations for the earned wage access (EWA) industry earlier this week. Payactiv’s existing service model is already fully compliant with these regulations, and we are proud to continue providing our users with the EWA services they value without changes or interruptions.

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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Sexual harassment at work: your legal duty and ways to prevent it - Ciphr

cipHR

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 introduces a strengthened duty on employers to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of employees.

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The New Rules Of Engagement: Well-being As A Strategic Advantage

Vantage Circle

Disengaged employees are costing the global economy $8.8 trillion annually, according to Gallup. This staggering figure highlights a significant challenge that organizations worldwide face. Employee engagement and well-being are at the center of this problem. Whether it's a LinkedIn post, brainstorming session, or an industry panel discussion, these two terms are trending everywhere.

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NEWS: HireRoad Adds Senior HR Executive, Best-Selling Author, and HR Thought Leader Steve Pemberton to Board of Directors

Hire Road

ARLINGTON, VA / ACCESSWIRE / October 7, 2024 / Leading HR analytics software company HireRoad proudly introduces the latest high-profile addition to its Board of Directors – best-selling author and The Lighthouse Academy Founder and CEO Steve Pemberton. The visionary HR tech and HR thought leader is a welcome addition to the HireRoad Board, which will leverage Steve’s vast experience across the HR spectrum to help drive the company’s strategic direction into 2025 and beyo

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How Earned Wage Access Can Provide A Competitive Edge For Small Businesses

DailyPay

Small businesses are the lifeblood of this country. They employ over 61 million people in the U.S., comprising nearly half of the private sector jobs. In a country where almost every issue is polarizing, most Americans ( 86% ) agree that small businesses have a positive effect on the way things are going in the country these days, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey.

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Streamline Your HR Processes with a Free HR Process Checklist Template

A process checklist is a valuable tool for any HR professional to help ensure that all tasks are completed on time and accurately and improve communication and collaboration among team members.

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Reducing Employee Turnover in Restaurants: Interventions, Conversations, and Retention

ShiftNote

Employee turnover is a significant challenge in the restaurant industry, where the fast pace and demanding environment can often lead to burnout and dissatisfaction. Reducing turnover isn’t just about keeping employees longer; it’s about creating a workplace where they want to stay. We have over three decades of experience managing teams in restaurants and other shift work industries.

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Employee Listening: Your Key to Addressing Inflation Stress

Perceptyx

One question that is gaining more attention in employee surveys recently is, “I am paid fairly for my contribution to the company.” For many companies, it’s become a critical driver of engagement and retention. A customer I work with recently experienced a six-point improvement on this question between 2022 and 2024 — a remarkable achievement in the current economic climate.

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Concluding consultative process, California finalizes Earned Wage Access regulations

Payactiv

California’s Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced finalized regulations for the earned wage access (EWA) industry earlier this week. Payactiv’s existing service model is already fully compliant with these regulations, and we are proud to continue providing our users with the EWA services they value without changes or interruptions.

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6 Recruiting Metrics to Improve Hiring Outcomes Using Data-Driven Decision-Making

Outmatch

As competition for top talent continues to intensify, data-driven decision-making has become essential for successful talent acquisition. In fact, there are 6 recruiting metrics you need to track to improve hiring outcomes. Ready to move beyond gut feelings and subjective evaluations?

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[Free Templates] Plant the Seed for Successful Onboarding!

Our Free Welcome Email Templates (designed for both in-office or virtual employees) are ready for you to customize and use to plant the seeds of success for new team members.

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Entrepreneurship Series Blog #1: Selecting A Product Or Service

Kevin Sheridan

I have founded and sold three companies in my life and encountered many challenges. One of the greatest challenges for new entrepreneurs is selecting the product or service they want to build their business around. In this blog, I will explain some best practices for selecting your product or service and jumpstarting your startup career. To read the full blog, please click below!

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2025 Health FSA and Other Benefit Limits

FLEX

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published Revenue Procedure 2024-40 on October 22, 2024. The Revenue Procedure includes the inflation-adjusted 2025 contribution limits for certain employee benefit programs. Below is a summary of some of those contribution limit adjustments.

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5 Steps to Ensure Your Open Enrollment Season Benefits Your Employees

Payactiv

Can you believe open enrollment season 2025 is just around the corner? Yes, it’s that time of year again, when your employees get the chance to evaluate their current benefits, compare plan options, and select the best benefits for them and their families. These benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life and disability insurance, and more.