Sat.Jan 05, 2019 - Fri.Jan 11, 2019

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It’s time to prove HR’s impact on business success

Vibecatch

Have you noticed that every other department is in full focus, today? Marketing is setting up leads with fancy content, and the sales team are converting them into profitable long-term clients. Upper Management is running the show, Finance and legal are formulating strategies and the administration team are supporting the whole operation. What about HR?

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Looking at the Employee Experience in a New Way

HRExecutive

The employee experience—what employees encounter, observe and feel throughout their employment journey—is an important but very complex topic. One might think that with a decade of economic growth and an explosion of technology at work, most employees would be having positive experiences. However, employees are feeling overloaded by their digital tools, they want to spend more time with their families and friends, and they want to focus on health, career and meaning at work.

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Staffing and Scheduling are Two Different Things – Friday Distraction

HR Bartender

I know that Christmas was last month, but I can’t resist sharing this Time Well Spent from our friends at Kronos because it beautifully demonstrates that staffing and scheduling are two different things. Staffing is about finding the right people to do the work. And scheduling is about making sure they show up at the right times. Both are important. .

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How to Recruit Top Talent on a Budget

Hppy

Talented and hard-working employees are important assets for any companies. Although it tends to be fairly easy and affordable for established companies to hire top talent, small startups sometimes struggle to meet their staffing needs in a way that is affordable. If you’re running a smaller company with fewer resources, you may need to get a little bit creative about hiring so that you find talented employees that won’t cost you too much.

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Reduce Risk and Boost Retention with 100% Electronic Pay: A Practical Guide

Outdated payroll processes can slow operations, increase risk and affect retention—especially in today’s competitive labor market. This in-depth white paper offers executive decision-makers a practical guide for transitioning to fully electronic pay without increasing complexity or sacrificing compliance. For HR, payroll and finance leaders, this paper explores how a unified payment platform can make the shift to digital wage payment not only possible but preferable, for both employers and emplo

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Healthcare Recruitment Strategies for Attracting Millennials and Generation Z

Precheck

Healthcare Recruitment Strategies for Attracting Millennials and Generation Z Jan. 8, 2019. Bryan-Barajas.jpg. Bryan Barajas Marketing Director. Millennials now make up the largest proportion of the American workforce, at 35 percent. And Generation Z, people born after 1996, represents another massive wave that has begun joining the workforce. There are an estimated 61 million members of Gen Z — bigger than Generation X and two-thirds the size of the baby boomers’ population.

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Connect and Engage with Job Candidates Using These 5 Recruiting Strategies

HR Bartender

Organizations spend hours sourcing applicants, reviewing qualifications, interviewing candidates, and internal discussions among the recruiting team. But one of the most important steps in the recruiting process is one some companies spend very little time doing – selection. When it comes time to evaluate and select a candidate, some hiring managers will spend minutes making a final decision on who to extend an offer to.

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Three HR trends to watch in 2019

The HRX

==The role of HR continues to be dynamic and ever-changing, with major economic, sociological, technological and cultural trends impacting the way people will work and live in 2019. HR’s shift from a largely administrative function to a strategic business unit has been slow up until now. But that is about to change, as HR has the opportunity to take center stage and become a champion for businesses looking to keep up with the pace of these changes.

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What Are Uncovered Hours and How You Can Minimise Them

Sirenum

When running a staffing agency, one of the biggest things that drives clients away is failing to provide enough compliant staff in time. This is pretty common, even with hundreds or even thousands of workers in your database. Of course, human error happens. But even more often, life happens. With traditional agency methods, it is hard [ ] The post What Are Uncovered Hours and How You Can Minimise Them appeared first on Sirenum.

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Webinar Recap: Transforming Bad Managers Into Great Team Leaders

15Five

In a recent study, 56% of American employees said their boss was mildly or highly toxic. In another study , three out of four employees said their manager was the worst and most stressful part of their job. Being a “bad manager” is counterintuitive, especially in today’s business climate, when employees crave authentic relationships and mentorship from team leaders.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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Peer to Peer Learning: Why It Should Be Part of Your Training Strategy

HR Bartender

Co-workers play a huge role in the employee experience. An increasing number of organizations include peers in the hiring process so candidates can meet some of their co-workers. Companies are adopting new hire buddy programs as part of the welcoming and socialization process during onboarding. Multi-rater reviews (sometimes called 360-degree feedback) ask for feedback from peers as part of the process.

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2019 Talent Trends: Don't Believe the Hype.

Allegis Global Solutions

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Learning to Influence Others

Everwise

One of the toughest things to do is persuade others to follow your lead when you’re not their direct manager. And yet, having influence can be an indicator of leadership potential. It can also help you work your way up to manager. Which is why it’s the fourth most requested focus area among nearly 10,000 participants in Everwise’s mentoring program.

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New Year, New Book, and a New You!

UpstartHR

Wow. This is the first day back at work for many after the winter holidays are coming to a close, and I hope those holidays were rejuvenating for you and those you care about. The family and I enjoyed some much-needed time off, and weather here in Alabama was nice enough to get out in shorts this weekend for time at the park, bike rides, and more. A great way to refresh things for a great start to the year.

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More Than a Benefit: Group Medicare and the Psychology of Retirement

Speaker: Shae Noble

As the workforce ages, retirement is becoming a more complex and emotionally significant transition. For many employees, retiring marks not only a change in benefits and income but also a shift in identity, community, and purpose. This webinar explores how HR professionals can support aging and retiring employees through a trauma-informed lens—one that recognizes the emotional and psychological dimensions of leaving the workforce.

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What Millennials are Looking for When Job Searching

Reflektive

Millennials, the generation born between 1981 and 1996, have surpassed Gen Xers and Baby Boomers as the largest generation in the U.S. workforce, according to the Pew Research Center. While Millennials are often seen as young twenty-somethings fresh out of college, many of them are now approaching, or into, their thirties. They have years of work experience under their belts and many will be moving into leadership positions within the next few years.

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Global Employment Trends: How Hiring Models Are Evolving.

Allegis Global Solutions

Given the talent shortages across North America, and the EMEA and APAC regions, companies are feeling the pressure to improve their ability to secure the workforce they need, and employers will continue to engage talent solutions partners to better acquire and manage talent across all work models.

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Why building trust can improve employee engagement

HR Zone

Employees. Building trust: improving employee engagement.

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my coworkers complained that the look of my breasts post-mastectomy is making them uncomfortable

Ask a Manager

A reader writes: I recently had a double mastectomy with reconstruction, but the reconstruction on one side failed. As a consequence, I am not exactly symmetrical at the moment and will stay this way until the reconstruction is attempted again (probably next summer). I decided to not wear an external implant (it goes in the bra and once I’m dressed makes it look like both sides are identical) so even with clothes on it is quite obvious that I am missing a breast.

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Miss One Change, Face Major Risk: The New Compliance Crisis In HR And How To Fix It

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

From rapidly changing state-level labor laws and evolving workplace protections to new compliance expectations around pay equity and hybrid policies, HR teams are navigating a constant wave of regulatory updates. It’s not just about reacting anymore; it’s about anticipating risk, aligning stakeholders, and taking a smarter, proactive stance. In this session, we’ll cut through the noise and help you focus on what matters.

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Trademark vs. Copyright: What's the Difference?

Justworks

Most people have seen the © or TM symbols that appear in the footers of websites or books, or after a brand name. Copyright and trademark protect different types of intellectual property. are two sets of legal rules put in place to protect the owner of specific types of assets. If someone uses what you’ve copyrighted or trademarked, you have grounds for compensation — whether in the form of monetary relief, injunctive relief, and potentially other damages.

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Talent Retention: If You Love Something, Set It Free

EDSI

The best thing you can do to keep your top talent happy is to engage in a bit of reverse psychology. The topic of talent retention is mired in language about having, keeping, holding, and preserving. To retain something means to hold onto it. But after you’ve “captured” a person, so to speak, the goal is to set people free to do what they do best and watch your business thrive.

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Digital devices: what does the future hold for employee benefits?

HR Zone

Future. What does the future hold for employee benefits?

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Employee Voice Branding Recognition Awards

Kazoo

Employee Voice Branding Recognition Awards. What is Employee Voice Branding? . It’s when you personalize and brand your Employee Voice initiatives specifically for your particular people and culture. It can be a motto, a tagline, or a funky survey name that holds more meaning for your employees than “2019 Engagement Survey”. It adds depth and color, and it brings your workforce to life.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Do People Leave Managers? 3 People Leaders Respond

Reflektive

The US unemployment rate is at an all-time low for the current workforce. There are more job openings than there are people looking for work. When it comes to winning the talent war, experts say recruiting alone will fail — you must put programs in place that retain employees, because the work environment you create will also attract talent. WEBINAR: Thinking Outside the Perks: Recruiting and Retention to Improve Employee Tenure.

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3 Capabilities the Software Industry Needs, to Solve the Developer Talent Crunch

Entrepreneur

Today, we see more and more job descriptions for developers asking not only for test-driven experience but also behavior-driven design and development experience.

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am I doing dog-friendly wrong, do I still need printed copies of my resume, and more

Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. Am I doing dog-friendly wrong? I recently started a job at a dog-friendly office and I love the option to bring my dog to work with me sometimes. While I don’t bring him every day, I do it more than I anticipated because it’s just such a nice perk. Most of the dogs at work are old and very relaxed — they don’t stray too far from their owners and they don’t really have much energy.

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Employee Voice Branding Recognition Awards

Kazoo

Employee Voice Branding Recognition Awards. What is Employee Voice Branding? . It’s when you personalize and brand your Employee Voice initiatives specifically for your particular people and culture. It can be a motto, a tagline, or a funky survey name that holds more meaning for your employees than “2019 Engagement Survey”. It adds depth and color, and it brings your workforce to life.

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People Experts LLC: Your Trusted Partner for Human Resources, People & Culture Solutions

Unlock the potential of your organization with People Experts LLC, the leaders in fostering collaborative workplaces built for People. We specialize in human resource strategic planning, fractional HR services, and employee engagement. Our expert guidance and tailored approach ensure that your workplace thrives and is positioned for sustainable growth.

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Yes, Your Employees Are Probably Looking for Other Jobs. Stop Trying to Fight It.

TalentCulture

With low unemployment and growing demand for talent, it’s absolutely a job seeker’s market out there right now. A survey last year found that 82 percent of workers were open to new employment opportunities, and Gallup data from 2015 and 2016 indicated that half of all employees in the U.S. were actively seeking new jobs. The ongoing talent crunch means a huge percentage of job applicants are actively employed at other companies.

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Building Your Brand Is How You Will Stand Out When Applying for a Job

Entrepreneur

That interview is far more likely to go well if the employer is eager to talk.

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How to Make a Mandatory Training for Employees Fun

Hppy

At a lot of companies, employees have a tendency to dread mandatory training because it’s just not designed to be enjoyable. Fortunately, there are a lot of things that managers and business owners can do to enhance the appeal of training sessions for staff members. Successful training sessions are essential to ensuring that your staff members know everything they need to so that they can do their job right.