December, 2015

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The Most Effective Ways to Bring In New Clients

Spark Hire

Recruitment agencies need to consistently reinvent their hiring strategies to keep up with the demands of their current clients in the recruitment industry. However, it is equally important for them to acquire new clients in order to remain at the top of their game, especially in the times of cut-throat competition. Attracting new clients helps a recruitment business expand its business and also decreases their dependence on the existing clients, thus mitigating several risks.

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Talent Management Is Dead, Long Live Employee Experience

TalentCulture

Human Resources has been an evolving field almost since its inception. Starting with Personnel departments, whose initial roles were to maintain paper and files and make sure people got paid on time to expanding their scope to an almost gatekeeper status in some organizations determining who was hired and fired and promoted. Personnel became Human Resources and cries for “a seat at the table” began in earnest, the function worked to better understand the businesses they worked in and

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5 Powerful Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Trends for 2016

Workology

This blog is part of a 2016 Trends Series. Click here for my HR Tech 2016 Trends. . I mentioned in my HR Tech Trends piece the market is booming. It’s crazy the number of conversations I’ve had with HR and recruiting practitioners I’ve spoken to in Q4 are telling me their staffing goals and headcount numbers are on the rise in this quarter and even more so in Q1 of 2016.

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4 Moves to Better the Employee Onboarding Process

ClearCompany HRM

There are many avenues to consider when onboarding employees. New employees want to feel comfortable and valued in their new work environment. It’s important for employers to take onboarding procedures seriously, chiefly because it sets the tone for new employees, check out these 4 moves to better your employee onboarding process.

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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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10 Steps for Identifying Your Transferable Job Skills

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by Capella University. Capella is an accredited online university dedicated to providing an exceptional, professionally-aligned education that puts you in the best position to succeed in your field. They offer bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees as well as certificate programs for human resources and business professionals.

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4 Ways to Utilize Video in the Recruiting Process

Spark Hire

If you’re wondering what all the hype is with video in the recruiting industry , it’s time you jumped on the band wagon and found out for yourself just how valuable video can be in the recruiting process. There are 4 ways you can utilize video in order to simplify your day to day recruiting. 1. Screen like a boss before smiling and dialing. No longer do you need to skim through thousands of resumes, constantly dial phone numbers only to get stuck in voicemail jail, or play phone tag with candida

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13 Ways To Onboard Happy Employees and Increase Retention

Justworks

We've also built an infographic on how to best create a warm welcome for employees. You can check it out here. The onboarding experience is crucial for employee retention. This is the moment at which you can set someone up for success within your company. And hey, you probably just spent a good chunk of time and money to find this person in the first place and get them to take the job, so not onboarding them correctly would be a total waste.

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Social Recruiting 101: LinkedIn Profile for Recruiters

Workology

One of my clients is a successful and interesting recruiter. Jay recruits senior executives in the oil industry. He was incredibly adept with the LinkedIn Recruiter platform for his candidate searches but needed help with his personal brand and profile. Jay had a unique personal story and compelling employer brand. He was able to weave together his brand story for his LinkedIn profile.

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10 Recruiting Dos and Don’ts Heading Into 2016

ClearCompany HRM

We’re just a few days away from the end of 2015! Recruiting experts have made their 2016 predictions , and it’s becoming clear that companies will be (or already have been) revamping their digital recruitment marketing efforts.The recruitment marketing landscape is changing so fast it’s going to be hard for companies to catch up if they haven’t already become adept to the trends of 2015.

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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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5 Ways to Focus On Your Career in 2016

HR Bartender

A recent study from LinkedIn says that job seeker numbers are at a four-year high. It makes sense. I’m hearing a lot more about employees feeling confident about making career related changes. Add to that, organizations are reluctant to make operational changes – hence engagement is at an 8-year low. It spells a recipe for movement in 2016. But finding a new job – whether it’s an internal promotion/transfer or a change in companies – takes planning.

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Is Your Business Going through Change? Here’s What You Need to Know to Prepare Yourself

Trinet

There is an old cliché that says the only thing that is constant is change. I’m here to tell you that this is the truth – both for you and your business. Companies undergo several changes on the path. Visit site for full story.

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5 Ways to Tell When the Candidate Isn’t Interested

Spark Hire

One of the key skills in recruiting is the ability to judge a candidate’s true interest in a position. Having this skill will help you to overcome many potential failures such as the candidate disappearing during the interview process or the candidate turning down an offer due to a counter offer. There are 5 ways that you can tell if your candidate isn’t interested in the position. 1.

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Are We There Yet: The State of Digital Marketing and Data Adoption

The Aristocracy of HR

000150000010Campaign/FTC disclosure: This is a sponsored post. I will receive compensation for this post. I only work with companies I feel have great products, services and offerings. In accordance with my blog disclosure statement, I will only work with and showcase products, events and/or companies I believe my readers will benefit from. Dun & Bradstreet hired me […].

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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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Why Diversity and Inclusion Will Be A Top Priority for 2016

Josh Bersin

With all the press we read about diversity, inclusion, women in leadership, and the need to be open minded about religious and cultural differences, one might ask “is 2016 going to be the year. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.

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Why Your ATS Needs an Interview Scheduling Solution

ClearCompany HRM

Interviewing is like trying to find something to watch on Netflix. You spend all this time, energy and brainpower perusing the endless list of shows and movies and every once in awhile something catches your eye, but you’re too afraid to commit because you don’t want to be disappointed. You wish someone could just make up your mind for you! By the end of it, you’ve started the first season of some obscure sci-fi show, wondering if you’ve made the right choice.and you didn’t.

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This Year, Try These 7 Straightforward Employee Rewards

Justworks

It’s the end of a long year of hard work, and your employees are tired and ready for a bit of a break. Turn to year-end employee rewards to show your appreciation for all of their efforts. While it’s a good idea to show employee appreciation all year long, now’s the time to really make your team feel recognized, appreciated, and happy. Doing so will boost morale and make them happy to come back after New Year's Day.

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The Leadership Balance: 7 Tips for Gaining Respect in the Workplace

Trinet

Guest post by Florida Oranges The most successful leaders are in full control of their reputation and know how to be both liked and respected by their teams. Respect is key when it comes to. Visit site for full story.

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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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4 Reasons Your Client Isn’t Calling You Back

Spark Hire

Having a client drop off the face of the earth isn’t an unheard of situation in recruiting. However, if this is happening to you on a frequent basis, then there is something you need to change in your process when it comes to the recruiter-client relationship. When reassessing your relationship building process with your clients, consider 4 key reasons why your client may have stopped communicating with you. 1.

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Simple Questions Leaders Can Use to Improve Peer Relationships

The People Equation

Engagement isn’t just for leaders and the people they lead. It’s also important for leaders to engage with their peers, write authors Bob Anderson and Bill Adams of the recently released book Mastering Leadership: An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results. I did a riff on Anderson’s and Adams’ quote, “Leadership teams must work deliberately and unflaggingly on the quality of their own engagement” for this monthR

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Top Human Capital Blogs in 2015

ATD Human Capital

What do talent development professionals in human capital care about? Do you see any themes? Here are the top 10 blog articles from ATD's Human Capital Community: Signs of a Learning Culture by Stephen Gill. Positive Change Management Starts With Yourself by Elad Levinson. Employee Motivation: The Neuroscience Connection by Ryann Ellis. Developing a Learning Culture: An Infographic by Stephen Gill.

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New Qualities Candidates Should Possess in 2016

ClearCompany HRM

The Quantified Self movement is enormously popular in an increasingly data-driven world. More than ever before, people are driven by self-improvement and looking for ways to quantify their efforts. Self-tracking devices and applications make it possible to measure things like calorie intake, spending patterns, and sleep patterns. There’s even apps that track your happiness.

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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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Beyond Satisfaction: On Engaging and Thriving as Leaders

WorkHuman

We spend a lot of time in HR and management talking about employee engagement. But are we all talking about the same thing? Or are some of us just talking about employee satisfaction? And why is the difference between the two terms so important to gaining that competitive edge and retaining employees? I recently sat down with Catherine Flavin, WorkHuman 2015 speaker and Managing Partner at Thrive Leadership , to tease out answers to some of these topics.

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3 Common Tax Penalties Small Businesses Can Easily Avoid

Trinet

Guest post by InDinero To your average small business owner, the tax code can seem far from straightforward, which creates a lot of uncertainty. The good news is that, with a little knowledge, you. Visit site for full story.

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7 of the Best Questions to Screen for Toxic Employees in the Interview

Spark Hire

You hire a candidate who seems perfect on paper and who seemed friendly in the interview. But after a few weeks on the job, they’re not working out. They don’t work well with the team, they gossip, and are arrogant. They’re a toxic employee, and they’re poisoning your team. Hiring a toxic employee is more costly than you think. A study conducted by Cornerstone OnDemand found that good employees are 54 percent more likely to quit when they work with a toxic employee.

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How Employers Can Bridge the Communication Gap With Veterans

Entrepreneur

Military service imbues people with the values employers prize but getting vets to talk about themselves is often a challenge.

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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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Why Managers Have to Develop Emotional Intelligence

TalentCulture

Emotional intelligence is an essential trait for effective managers. Emotionally intelligent people motivate and understand the value in connecting with others.Getting to know people is an extremely difficult task. There are so many intricacies and traits for every individual that we’ll never see two people that are exactly alike. Simple triggers can make someone angry, joyous, sad, or happy.

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9 Employee Retention Statistics That Will Make You Sit Up And Pay Attention

TLNT: The Business of HR

Editor’s Note: It’s an annual tradition for TLNT to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. 9 of 2015. Our regular content will return on Jan. 4, 2016. .

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5 Things HR Should Not Do During The Holidays

BambooHR

The holiday season is officially upon us, and with it comes a flurry of activities, excitement, and a to-do list that intimidates even Kris Kringle. Chances are you’re juggling a hundred different things right now between your HR duties and your personal life. There’s just so much to do before the ball drops in Times […]. The post 5 Things HR Should Not Do During The Holidays appeared first on BambooHR Blog.