August, 2014

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5 Common PEO Myths Debunked

Insperity

There was once a moment, in a much calmer time, when you framed a dollar bill from your first business transaction and hung it proudly on your office wall. It was a simple moment, but an important one – it signified your arrival. That was a different era. Since then, you buzzed ahead (literally, there was a lot of coffee involved) and grew your business against all odds – doubling, tripling, quadrupling your staff.

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Turnaround Time vs. Time to Hire

Aurico

'Seventy-one percent of the US labor force is currently on the job market. So says a new survey of today’s job seekers 1. Even more important, thirty-five percent of the labor force will change jobs at least every five years. In other words, workers are more willing to ‘wander’, even if they’re currently employed. What does this mean for the staffing industry?

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Leadership Improv: Effective Behaviors for Employee Engagement

ATD Human Capital

'As we develop our current and emerging leaders, it''s critical to introduce the ideas of flexibility, thinking on your feet, collaboration, and acceptance. Author Karen Hough introduces such principles that allow improvisers to be brilliant in the moment. Click here to read full version.

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Perfectly Indispensable – 11 Ways to Impress Your Boss

ExactHire

High unemployment rates, volatile markets, and the constant need for businesses to run leaner are all great reasons to become indispensable at work. Let the perfect employee that lives within you radiate through your office, and recession proof yourself! Increase your personal stock value and make sure you get noticed with: 11 Ways To Win at Work…And Impress Your Boss 1) Be timely and accountable.

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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 We Hate HR: It’s Often A Problem of Professional Development

Josh Bersin

'Over the years I’ve read article after article about what’s wrong with Human Resources. The most famous was “Why I Hate HR” published in 2005 in Fast Company, followed by. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.

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Boomers’ Love/Loathe Relationship with Millennials and How to Overcome the Generational Divide

Achievers

You’ve heard the stereotypes about Millennials: lacking attention span, overdependent on technology, self-centered, ignorant of older generations, entitled – and so on. Not only are these statements inaccurate, but these myths also stem from the difference between how Millennials work versus how Boomers work. In a recent Forbes article, Boomers’ Love/Loathe Relationship With Millennials , Eisenberg interviews Stiller Rikleen, executive-in-residence at the Boston College Center For Wo

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33% of change initiatives fail… Do you know what it takes to lead in times of change?

Newmeasures

'Research by John Kotter in 1996 found that only one in three change programs succeed. Since then, many other researchers have confirmed this statistic. The reasons for failed change are many. People are naturally inclined to defend the status quo, employees don’t understand what is in it for them, change is managed haphazardly, and perhaps most importantly, leaders fail to embrace and role model the change.

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Purposeful Discomfort: How Leaders Encourage Growth Through Discomfort

ATD Human Capital

'Your job as a leader is to make people uncomfortable. Pursuing ambitious goals, confronting significant challenges, and moving into uncharted territories require people to embrace discomfort. Click here to read full version.

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The Hiring Process: Are We There Yet?

ExactHire

The hiring process can be difficult for both the applicant and employer. Just as an anxious child awaits the end of a long road trip, both parties are asking, “Are we there yet?” Invest Time in Saving Time Streamline Your Hiring Process Wasting time is expensive. And if your company spends too much time and effort hiring, you’re wasting money–especially if you end up hiring the wrong person.

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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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Simplify! The Decluttering of Human Resources

Josh Bersin

'I recently read a wonderful article in The Economist entitled Decluttering the Companyand it reminded me of the tremendouslyimportant job we have to simplify business at all levels. Well we in HR. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.

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5 Ways to Build Employee-Focused Core Values

Kazoo

Take a look at your top five company core values. How do they match up with your efforts to engage and retain your top talent in the office? Honest: are people and their happiness actually aligned with your company core values? Now that we’re being real with one another, it’s safe to say: Companies who include efforts for employee happiness in their company core values are in business for the long-haul.

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The Engaged Workplace: More than Free Lunch

Achievers

“How do I keep my top employees happy and excited to come to work?”. Whether you’re a high level manager, an HR professional or a small business owner, chances are you’ve asked yourself this question at least once. Happy employees are something companies strive for. After all, they’re the ones that stick around, right? And from a business perspective, happy employees deliver results. .

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500 Miles An Hour

NoExcusesHR

'"Direction is more important than speed. We are so busy looking at our speedometers that we forget the milestones." - Author Unknown This is the 500th post on NoExcusesHR. I can hardly believe it. I can still feel the moment when I published my first post.a combination of excitement and fear. I wasn''t a writer ( that is still true today ) but I knew I had a passion for leadership that had to find a release.

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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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Leadership Improv: Use “Yes, AND…” Never “Yes, BUT…”

ATD Human Capital

'In the improvisational world, the magic phrase is "Yes, AND…" When this concept is applied to work situations, the results can be amazing—radical changes in business and positive engagement from employees. It''s because when you apply "Yes, AND…" to life, people feel heard, valued, and accountable. When you say "AND" and get into the game, you''re part of the success or failure of the project, conversation, or event.

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Simplify, Target, Attract Top Talent

ExactHire

Let’s face it, your job posting is one of countless others. And the perfect applicant is the needle in a haystack. When you consider these two facts, it’s a wonder that applicants and companies ever find each other! So how do you get through all that hay and find the needle? Know Your Audience Attract quality job candidates by targeting ideal applicants One key element to keep in mind when posting a job is your target audience.

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The Alliance: A Manifesto For 21st Century Talent Management

Josh Bersin

'I probably read more than one hundred human resources, leadership, and business books a year (e-readers are amazing) and I rarely have time to review them. Most are great books in many ways. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.

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Recognizing the Difficult Dual Role Managers Play—Coach and Mentor

Reviewsnap

'“All leaders do some coaching. If nothing else, they offer input through performance reviews. But providing feedback once a year just doesn’t cut it. Quarterly formal evaluations work better, but you’ll have greater success with even more frequent feedback, assessment, and mentoring." -- Laura Stack , “ The 7 Keys to Great Coaching – and Boosting Employee Productivity; ” 6/6/14; TLNT.com.

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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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Employee Engagement 3 Word Theme for 2014/2015: Engage, Engage, Engage

David Zinger

'History of the 3-word theme. I first read about the 3 word theme from Chris Brogan. I have been using a 3-word theme for my work for six years and will be entering year seven in 10 days. Previous themes included: In 2009 my theme was: authentic, connect, engage. In 2010 my theme was: engage, mobilize, produce. In 2011 my theme was: engage, educate, enliven.

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People Exactly Like Us

NoExcusesHR

'I spend a lot of time thinking about how people are treated. Sometimes it''s the tragic news stories that dominate my twitter news list. Other times the pain is very local.an overheard racial slur, or a demeaning comment about a gay or lesbian person. I have to tell you.I''m feeling sad today. Questions Now before you think I''m getting all soft and weepy, consider these questions: - What have you done in your workplace, above and beyond what the law requires, to create a positive environment f

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Mentoring Versus Coaching: What’s the Difference?

ATD Human Capital

'Mentoring and coaching are distinct processes used to achieve individual and organization goals. Click here to read full version.

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Do Not Underpay Employees – 3 Reasons Why

ExactHire

Everyone wants to save a buck nowadays, and companies are no different. I am in finance so I understand. I am always looking for ways to help save the company money or find more efficient ways to function in order to be “leaner” overall. That being said, here is one place that you do not want to “skimp” too much – what you pay your staff. Do not underpay employees!

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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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Video Predictions for HR in the Coming Year: #1-5

Josh Bersin

'These predictions were recorded in the summer of 2014 and discuss our top 10 predictions for HR, talent, and learning in the coming year. For more details please download our 2014 Predictions Report. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.

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Phoning In Your Performance Reviews? Here’s How To Add Real Meaning

Reviewsnap

'You’ve heard of actors “phoning in” a performance—just going through the motions without making much of an effort. The result is usually pretty dismal: a performance that lacks meaning or merit. Well, performance reviews are no different. In the business world, when managers and employees simply go through the motions of a review, it usually produces pretty dismal results.

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Communication is Key in Times of Change

Newmeasures

'We are often asked to assist organizations through the process of implementing significant change. A common reaction to change is some serious resistance which is met with impatience and irritability on the part of the leadership. Yet, we find that sometimes the “why” behind the change is not explained well leading to greater frustration and slower adoption.

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Adversity and Strengths

NoExcusesHR

'"Look at adversity as an opportunity to discover your strengths because there are opportunities galore out there. Thomas Edison said it well - If you did all the things in life you were truly capable of, you would astound yourself." - Nadja Piatka Look around you today.your task list.your emails.your team members.your busy calendar. Is it all adversity in your eyes?

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The Upskilling Advantage: Transforming Your Workforce For Future Growth

Speaker: Brian Richardson

With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, mastering upskilling is now more critical than ever. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in workforce upskilling. You'll walk away with a deep understanding of how to build a culture of continuous learning, expert insights into assessing the current skills of your employees, and a strategic too

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The New Role of Talent Management: From Reactor to Anticipator

ATD Human Capital

'Rich Wellins shares results from recent DDI research on how the role of talent management has evolved with changes in department names and titles. Click here to read full version.

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3 Reasons You Need to Start Sharing Your Dreams

The Bamboo Project Blog

'I''m thinking a lot lately about how we get in our own way. It''s easy to look around at this economy and to just want to give up. So many barriers and challenges--makes you want to stay in bed with the covers over your head. I get it. But even in the midst of challenge there is opportunity. We have to go after it though, creating possibilities where others only see the barriers. .

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The Red Hot Market for Learning Management Systems

Josh Bersin

'We just released our newest research on the corporate Learning Management Systems market and the numbers are astounding. The market is well over $2.5 billion and grew by over 21% this year. These. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.