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Agile in HR:  It Has Arrived

HRExecutive

Agile, a design framework and set of methodologies invented for software developers, has now landed in HR. And it’s transforming the HR function, our roles and our impact. First, Some Background. In the 1980s and ’90s, software development was done in huge teams, often over years. The fascinating book The Mythical Man-Month , written in 1975 by Fred Brooks, a computer architect and software engineer at IBM, describes how development projects at IBM got slower and slower as more people were added

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Why Storytelling creates Employee Development Value

Babette Ten Haken - Human Capital & Industrial IoT

What opportunities do you offer to enhance employee development value? Because your employees look to you for direction. Towards where they go next. How they grow within your organization. Do you provide valuable reasons for current and prospective employees to join or remain part of your workforce? Or, is the most viable option to defect or not apply for a position, at all?

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Why Work Still Sucks (And Organizational Change Is SLOW)

Jason Lauritsen

We’ve been working on making work suck less for quite a while now. Gallup has been measuring employee engagement for nearly 30 years and the results have always been terrible. Most employees are not fully engaged at work. In other words, work isn’t working very well for the people doing it. Don’t get me wrong, there are some organizations out there who have figured it out.

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How Employees Respond to Workforce Management Technology

nettime solutions

Across certain industries and professional environments, workforce management technology has become nearly ubiquitous with the modern workday. Sometimes, technology works in the background, tracking worker data as they move from project to project. Other times, employees engage directly with different types of workforce management technology: They log in via a retina scan.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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Getting the Most from the ‘Alternative Workforce’

SHRM Resources

?The "alternative workforce"—contract, freelance and gig workers—make up a sizable share of the global workforce and represent a great opportunity for employers to access talent in more flexible, on-demand ways.But HR industry thought leader Josh Bersin has found that most organizations are not prepared to take full advantage of the burgeoning freelance and gig-work economy.In a new report published by HR People + Strategy (HRPS), a Society for Human Resource Management affiliate, Bers

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A #SHRM19 Interview with Ajilon

SHRM

This is a 2019 SHRM Annual Conference and Exposition (#SHRM19) interview is with Ajilon , a professional staffing agency. Below is a quick Q&A with Jason Provost. Who is Ajilon!? Tell us everything, just as you would someone approaching your booth and asking you this question at #SHRM19 in Las Vegas. Ajilon is a leader in the field of professional placement, specialized recruiting and temporary talent.

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Influencers Discuss HR Tech’s Dramatic Shifts

HRExecutive

Influence in HR technology comes from many places, takes many forms and continues to evolve over time. When the HRE /HR Tech Conference team met over the winter to work on this Influencers list, we knew it would be important to consider all aspects of influence. Some have more of a direct and immediate effect on products, while others have a more subtle yet longer-term impact.

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Research: 81% of Job Seekers Expect the Hiring Process to Take 2 Weeks or Less

Yello

Some recruiters tend to think of younger generations like millennials and Gen Z as impatient, needing instant gratification throughout the hiring process. But new research from our 2019 Recruiting Study shows it might be in recruiters’ best interest to keep up with those demands. In fact, all generations in the workforce — including Gen X, millennials and Gen Z — overwhelmingly agree that a hiring process of 2 weeks or less is ideal.

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Machine Learning vs. Predictive Analytics: What HR Should Know

Outmatch

If you thought machine learning and predictive analytics were one and the same, you’re not alone. Though the terms ‘ machine learning ‘ and ‘ predictive analytics ‘ aren’t interchangeable, they are complementary – less like apples to apples and more like apples and caramel. Excellent apart and unstoppable together. Food metaphors aside, in today’s hyper-competitive landscape, the only way to get ahead is to be future-ready.

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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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Organizations: Are You Creating a Swipe Left Employee Experience

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. Want to create an inspired workforce where employees swipe right? Check out Kronos CEO Aron Ain’s new book “ Work Inspired: How to Build an Organization Where Everyone Loves to Work ” Enjoy the article!).

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Q+A With Jerry Colonna: Overcome Your Personal Demons And Become A Better Leader Through Radical Self-Inquiry

15Five

We all know someone in power who chooses to hide behind the comfort of their authority. The real task is thinking up senior executives who embody what it means to lead with transparency, honesty, and sincerity. For a company to naturally thrive, those tasked with leadership must take the time to truly understand their inner self. While it’s vital for a person to know where their strengths lie, it’s also important to understand the vulnerable parts of ourselves we often try to ignore.

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Do You Know How to Grow in Your Career?

DecisionWise

With most new jobs, we enjoy a certain “honeymoon phase.” We gush about the modern décor, our cool boss, the great benefits, or the fascinating work we do. We may even be accused of excessive PDA on LinkedIn, but we can’t help it! We are excited about the new opportunity. But what helps us remain engaged employees once the honeymoon is over? DecisionWise has found from over 20 years of research that there are 5 keys to employee engagement : Meaning, Autonomy, Growth, Impact, and Connection.

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How to Advocate For Women in the Workplace

Visier

More than ever, organizations are trying to create environments that are inclusive to both men and women. And with good reason. A McKinsey Global Institute report found that a scenario that allows women to reach their full potential could add as much as $28 trillion (roughly the equivalent of the Chinese and US economies combined) to the global annual GDP by 2025.

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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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We’re Only Human 57: Prioritizing D&I at Online Gaming Firm NCSOFT

UpstartHR

Many HR leaders are guilty of being overloaded and failing to keep tabs on the external environment outside the business. They may be buttoned up on the inside, but forces and factors outside the walls of the firm can also impact how the organization functions (or not). . In this episode, Ben brings in conversations from Chauncey Gammage, SVP of HR at NCSOFT.

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Webinar Recap: Strategies for Smarter 1:1 Conversations with WSJ Best Seller Julie Zhuo

Reflektive

Reflektive recently had the pleasure of hosting a webinar with Julie Zhou, VP of Product Design at Facebook and author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Making of a Manager , on the topic of 1:1 conversations. During the engaging conversation, Zhou discussed the following: ? How to have smarter 1:1 conversations with direct reports and peers. ?

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Podcast: Onboarding Surveys

DecisionWise

In this episode, DecisionWise Senior Consultants, Christian Nielson and David Long discuss the purpose and methodology of onboarding surveys, using the reports to gather insight, and how the onboarding experience connects directly to employee engagement. Learn to “survey with a purpose” with this fascinating conversation.

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Ethics in the workplace: an introduction

HR Zone

Business. Ethics in the workplace: an introduction.

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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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Giving Back Spotlight: Supporting Veteran Scholars at the Annual Pat Tillman Run

Allegis Global Solutions

Pat Tillman was an NFL player who left his career in professional football to enlist in the U.S. Army after September 11. After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, Tillman was killed by friendly fire. Pat’s family and friends started the Pat Tillman Foundation to carry forward his legacy and to give military Veterans and their spouses opportunities to reach their fullest potential.

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How to Transition Senior Executives with Executive Outplacement

Intoo USA

Career transitions are rarely easy, but they are often especially tough for senior executives. As The Economist puts it, “There’s something about being at the top that can make the process even more uncomfortable and with even higher stakes to boot.”. For one, many senior executives haven’t been on the job market in years and are not used to having to market themselves.

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Boost Engagement and Retention With Strategic Exit Interviews

Engage2Excel

Flexible working hours. Supportive managers. Permission to head home when your work is finished, even if it’s before 5:00. Cultural elements like these strongly influence employee engagement on the job, and hopefully, the people you hire will be a good fit for the culture you’ve designed. But sometimes, the work isn’t what the employee expected it to be, personalities clash or they receive a more lucrative offer from another company, and you find yourself parting ways.

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Leadership skills: the role of conflict in collaboration

HR Zone

Culture. Can conflict be a good thing?

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HR’s Complete 2025 Calendar of Important Dates

HR leaders can use this calendar from Paycor to track important HR and payroll tax dates. The 2025 calendar includes: Tax filing dates Federal reporting deadlines Bank holidays Links to relevant tax forms …and more! Get your 2025 HR calendar today!

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Waterbug: Espionage Group Rolls Out Brand-New Toolset in Attacks Against Governments

Symantec

Waterbug may have hijacked a separate espionage group’s infrastructure during one attack against a Middle Eastern target.

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The Secret To A Strong Brand Position

Forbes Coaches Council

It's not about making good impressions or fitting into some kind of cookie-cutter shape; it is about making a soulful stance, building connections and receiving income.

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Diversity and inclusion in the workplace: Are employers doing enough?

ThoughtFarmer

“We’ve already got a policy—we’ve done our bit! “If we hire just to fill a quota, won’t we be lowering the bar?”. “Our recruitment process has worked out well so far. Why would we change it?”. If you are having trouble understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workplace, you aren’t alone. Despite growing research that speaks on the benefits of D&I environments, many organizations are still having difficulty navigating this sensitive subject.

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How blind recruitment can help employers avoid the ‘black hole’

HR Zone

Acquisition. Avoid the recruitment black hole.

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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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Cryptojacking Extensions Found on Google Chrome Web Store

Symantec

Symantec found two Chrome extensions that secretly mine for Monero.

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#WorkTrends: How to Build a Company Where Everyone Wants to Work

TalentCulture

We all want to work at an organization with a great culture, but how can you build your own? Sprinklr Chief Culture and Talent Officer Diane Adams joins #WorkTrends to break it all down. The post #WorkTrends: How to Build a Company Where Everyone Wants to Work appeared first on TalentCulture.

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3 Tips To Help First-Time Managers Thrive

Engagedly

There’s a difference between being good at your job and being a good manager. However, many employees often arrive at manager positions by virtue of being good at their jobs, and not because they are necessarily good at […].

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