February, 2024

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Did Elmo just light a fire under HR to confront the employee wellness crisis?

HRExecutive

Elmo, one of the furry stars of Sesame Street , is beloved by kids and parents alike for his sweet, wholesome nature. But things took a dark turn on Elmo’s social media last week—a situation that, employee wellness experts say, should raise the alarm for HR leaders. - Advertisement - The character took to X, formerly known as Twitter, on Jan. 29 with a simple question: “How is everybody doing?

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13 HR Quotes To Inspire and Motivate HR Professionals in 2024

AIHR

When you Google “HR Quotes”, you get more than three hundred million results. Many of these are quotes we have come across all too often, though, and as a result, they have lost their inspirational or motivational effect. In this article, we share a selection of HR quotes that will inspire and motivate you. Most of them come from our very own Subject Matter Experts and AIHR’s People Team!

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10 Roles In Human Resources That You Should Explore

HR Management

For any company to thrive in its respective industry, it needs a strong human resources (HR) department to keep operations running smoothly. The role of this department goes beyond recruiting the best talents; it also involves managing the onboarding process, distributing employees’ salaries, training new employees, and so much more. Thanks to the leadership, hard work, and people sense of those who work in HR, companies are able to create workplace environments where employees are in sync, trea

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20 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Turbocharge Your Enterprise: From HR Strategies to Operational Optimizations 

MP Wired For HR

20 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Turbocharge Your Enterprise: From HR Strategies to Operational Optimizations February 15th, 2024 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn In today’s dynamic business landscape , optimizing efficiency and maximizing performance are paramount objectives for enterprises of all sizes. Artificial intelligence (AI) , the transformative technology reshaping industries, offers a compelling avenue for businesses seeking to achieve such h

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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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What HR Should Know About Tenure and Academic Freedom

Cupa HR

From an HR perspective, faculty positions can often look very different from other professional and staff roles on campus, especially when it comes to those faculty on the tenure track. But as HR’s role in academic staffing expands, it’s critical to understand tenure and its role in supporting academic freedom, says Joerg Tiede, the director of the department of research and public policy with the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).

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How to Plan Your Recruitment Budget in 2024?

HR Lineup

As we navigate through the evolving landscapes of talent acquisition and workforce management in 2024, the importance of a meticulously planned recruitment budget cannot be overstated. With technological advancements, shifting job market dynamics, and the emergence of new trends, crafting a recruitment budget requires a strategic approach that aligns with organizational goals and adapts to the changing demands of the industry.

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What is A Talent Acquisition Partner?

HR Lineup

In today’s competitive job market, finding and retaining top talent is a critical priority for organizations across industries. To meet this challenge effectively, businesses often rely on the expertise of talent acquisition partners. These professionals play a crucial role in sourcing, attracting, and selecting qualified candidates to fulfill organizational needs.

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What HR leaders can learn from Taylor Swift

HRExecutive

Those in HR leadership can learn a thing or two from musician Taylor Swift, especially when looking at how she built and evolved her brand, image and reputation. - Advertisement - “What do I/we want to be known for?” permeates every action and corporate decision Swift makes, and it’s something every business leader should consider.

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“I’m faking my paternity leave”: a Reddit post calls for HR action

Workable

From feigned illnesses to concocted personal emergencies, the lengths to which some employees will go to exploit benefits systems reflect a deeper issue within the fabric of organizational trust. As we delve into this blurry territory, it’s crucial to understand not just the act, but the implications it carries for HR practices and the overall workplace culture.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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Start date of the NLRB’s joint-employer rule is delayed again

HR Brew

The effective date of a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) rule that would make it easier for organizations to qualify as a “joint employer” was pushed back, once again. The rule, which had been set to take effect Feb. 26, was pushed back two weeks, to March 11. A Texas federal judge delayed the start date after holding a hearing for a lawsuit challenging the rule, which was filed by business groups including the US Chamber of Commerce.

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The Evolution of HR with AI Technologies

Hppy

The world of Human Resources (HR) has seen a significant transformation in recent years, largely due to the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. Traditionally, HR departments focused on managing employee records, overseeing recruitment processes, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. However, the introduction of AI has begun to reshape this landscape in profound ways.

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What is HR Analytics? All You Need to Know to Get Started

AIHR

HR analytics allows HR professionals to make informed decisions and create strategies that will benefit employees and support organizational goals. This has a significant impact on organizational performance , leading to as much as a 25% rise in business productivity, a 50% decrease in attrition rates, and an 80% increase in recruiting efficiency. In this article, we will explain what HR analytics is, its benefits, as well as how to get started and grow in your HR analytics capabilities.

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Register Now for Leaves of Absence Seminars

HRWatchdog

Pregnancy disability leave (PDL), the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), mandatory paid sick leave, reproductive loss leave ( new for 2024 !), bereavement leave, jury duty and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) ― these are just SOME leaves of absence that California employers must accurately manage.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.

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When healthcare and higher ed collide, innovative hiring is key

HRExecutive

As South Florida’s only academic-based healthcare system, the University of Miami Health System, known as UHealth, isn’t just a premier destination for patients but for talent as well. - Advertisement - This includes Alison Mincey, senior vice president and CHRO of UHealth and the University of Miami. She says the unique interplay of the organizations’ missions—exemplary patient care, breakthrough research and educating the next generation of leaders—is among the reasons she jo

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What Is IN / OUT in the Year Ahead? Start Creating Artificial Intelligence Experiments

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Artificial intelligence (AI) is dominating today’s news cycles. What companies are using AI? What is this person or that person saying about the future of AI? What snafu did AI do lately? Don’t get me wrong. These articles can be helpful in understanding AI and its capabilities. But the other thing that can be helpful is actually working with it.

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Exclusive: Lyra Health launches complex care program for severe mental health conditions

HR Brew

Lyra Health, a mental health benefits platform, is launching a program to treat members with complex conditions such severe depression and substance use disorders. The program, called Lyra Complex Care, will add to the company’s already-existing suite of mental wellness benefits, which include employee assistance program (EAP) services, therapy, and coaching.

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How to Create a Successful Hiring Timeline | ClearCompany

ClearCompany HRM

There are plenty of aspects of recruiting that keep you on your toes. You’ve dealt with lots of uncertainty over the past few years and challenges that are brand new to talent acquisition. The hiring process shouldn’t be another uncertainty or challenge to navigate. With a hiring timeline, it won’t be — and you can retain more employees and reduce hiring costs, too.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Sourcing vs. Recruiting: The Key Differences and Processes Explained

AIHR

According to research from LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting , 87% of talent acquisition (TA) professionals indicate that recruiting is becoming more strategic. This indicates a shift in the role of recruiting leaders towards a focus on driving business change. Knowing the difference between sourcing vs. recruiting is essential in creating a smart and strategic hiring plan for talent acquisition.

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Attention on Deck: Register Now for HR Boot Camp

HRWatchdog

An HR professional’s job is essential, challenging and stressful — but also can be rewarding. In the Golden State, keeping track of and administering California’s onerous employment laws can be a full-time job in itself. Whether you are relatively new to HR — or a seasoned pro — a little support can go a long way towards doing your job with confidence.

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The Crucial Role of Strategic Planning

EmployeeConnect

Businesses and organisations are faced with unprecedented challenges and opportunities. In this era of constant change, strategic planning has become more crucial than ever before. This blog post aims to delve into the significance of strategic planning in 2024, exploring how it can guide entities through uncertainty and pave the way for sustained success.

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5 Scenarios When You Should Consider a Third-Party Investigator

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes (Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Case IQ , a leading provider of case management solutions that helps companies manage the process and workflow of investigators collecting and analyzing information related to a case, with the goal of resolving issues, managing risk, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Why Atlassian is running experiments to solve remote work challenges

HR Brew

The shift to remote work that started during the Covid-19 pandemic has been dubbed a “great experiment.” Atlassian, a software company that produces project-management tools like Jira and Trello, is actually treating it that way. “One of the most important things that I’ve discovered in doing this work over the past decade is that you have to treat it like a product, and really do the research to understand what problems you’re solving,” said Annie Dean, Atlassian’s global head of “team anywhere

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Affordable Care Act Penalties Increase Again in 2024

ACA Times

The IRS recently made available the 2024 ACA penalty amounts for non-compliance with the Employer Mandate. And they have increased yet again. In Rev. Proc. 2023-17, the tax agency makes… The post Affordable Care Act Penalties Increase Again in 2024 first appeared on The ACA Times.

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How to Maximize Productivity with Employee Time Tracking?

Hppy

Paul J Meyer, famously considered the founder of the self-improvement industry, once said, “ Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” These words encapsulate the essence of a truth universally acknowledged in both personal and professional development realms.

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Need Help Applying 2024 California Employment Laws in Your Workplace?

HRWatchdog

The 2023 legislative session ended with hundreds of bills hitting Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk, many of which are now affecting employers’ compliance efforts. For those having trouble rolling out the new 2024 employment law changes into your existing workplace policies, or those who aren’t sure of the best way to train your supervisors and managers to implement these updated legal requirements so your organization remains in compliance, CalChamber can help!

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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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5 Ways Leaders Can Contribute to a Work Revolution

15Five

If you don’t treat your people well, you will lose out to companies that do. End of story. Most people who leave their jobs do it because they’re not paid enough, they have no opportunity for advancement, or because they feel disrespected. As a leader, there’s a lot you can do to build loyalty—paying them well and helping them grow are the basics. I’m Anessa Fike, CEO at Fike+Co.

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Job Seeker Wants Their Own Social Media Background Check – Ask #hr bartender

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I received a reader question recently that I’ve honestly never heard anyone ask before. It’s about doing your own social media background check. Hello. I need a referral for a company that will do a normal employment type background check on me. I’m over age 50 and have a lot of good consistent experience. I have been sending my resume around and had a couple call backs but no offers to hire yet.

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Global minimum benefits standards are on the rise. Here’s what that looks like

HR Brew

Not all policies surrounding benefits such as vacation and healthcare are created equal. While an employer would be required to grant full-time workers based in Germany 20 days of vacation, for example, the same wouldn’t be true for employees in the US, where there’s no federal statute requiring paid vacation. Similar country-level disparities exist for parental leave and other benefits.