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6 Simple Ways to Improve Employee Morale

15Five

Employee morale doesn’t simply translate into how happy your people are; it’s a direct reflection of how healthy your company culture is, how well you and other leaders are communicating with teams, and how effective your managers are. High morale only occurs when employees feel taken care of by their company. And b ecause this year has been filled with stressful distractions, ensuring your people are getting the support they need to bring their best selves to work each day is more important tha

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How to Create Digital New Hire Forms

ExactHire

Human Resources professionals can improve employee onboarding by creating a process to complete new hire paperwork that is easy to follow and manage. Web-based new hire forms are a great way to achieve this. Now, you may have people in your organization that can facilitate a process like this through using Excel, Word, or Adobe PDFs. However, the security of personal information should be a very high priority, and those programs will fall short in that area.

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7 Best Ways to Improve Your Leadership Skills

Take It Personel-ly

Are you holding a management role already? Is leadership your career goal? Then, you have made a great choice to learn or improve your leadership skills. You should know that irrespective of your current position, there are various ways to showcase your leadership skills, as this will enhance your work efficiency and progress. Here are […].

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I was praised for my insecurities, boss pressures me to reschedule vacations, and more

Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. I was praised for my doubts and insecurities. I am a first-time manager who walked into a situation no one was expecting. I had to rely on my boss, grandboss, and HR to help me navigate situations that were almost unknown in my organization. I’ve gotten praise for how I handled it (and for the fact I’m still in the role), but I needed a lot of help.

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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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Strategic workforce planning: why and how to begin

Insperity

You probably have a hiring plan. But do you conduct strategic workforce planning? Many companies discuss staffing when it’s time to establish annual goals and set a budget. Perhaps the desire to increase profits in the upcoming year demands headcount adjustments, and so plans are made to grow or reduce staff, contractors or consultants. But this staffing practice is shortsighted for two main reasons: The focus is usually short-term (one year or less).

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Remote Hiring Ramps Up During COVID-19 Pandemic

HRWatchdog

As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its eighth month, face coverings and social distancing are still required in public places, indoor dining is still prohibited in many jurisdictions and, although the school year has started, this back-to-school season looked drastically different than in years past. How companies recruit and hire talent has also been drastically different, according to new research from global staffing firm Robert Half, which found that since the pandemic began, 53 percent of resp

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5 Techniques for Enhancing Remote Team Collaboration

Professional Alternatives

With the onset and continual impact of COVID-19, there has been an increased need for remote work. In any office, but especially in a remote environment, team collaboration has to be continually sustained to ensure productivity. While many businesses and their employees claim that they are still productive while working from home , it’s important to ensure that your remote team is productive without any burnout.

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What the Right Applicant Tracking System Can Do for Your Healthcare Agency

Hireology

Investing in the right technology to help your business run smoothly is an essential part of operating in any industry. The healthcare sector, perhaps more than most, relies on technology to create efficiencies because there’s little time to waste when caring for patients. An applicant tracking system (ATS) is one product that can allow your hiring team to make strategic and accurate hiring decisions without wasting hours on reviewing each and every candidate.

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Giving Thanks and Recognition

Engage2Excel

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted many recognition program initiatives. In past years, managers or employees could easily walk up to a peer and give them thanks or recognition for a job well done. Now, for the time being, the opportunity for most in-person recognition doesn't exist. Many managers and employees are now needing to adapt to giving recognition virtually.

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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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Veterans Day Reflection: 6 Best Practices for Serving Job-seeking Veterans in Workforce Development

EDSI

In celebration of Veterans Day, this blog is dedicated to all U.S. servicemen and women, as well as the workforce professionals who have the privilege of helping to guide Veterans’ career choices in civilian life.

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How to Navigate Year-End Reviews for Employees

Achievers

Year-end reviews for employees are challenging – even for the most skillful of leaders. The reasons are varied. For instance, the way they’re scheduled in a concentrated fashion forces those with many direct reports to spend weeks on end planning and conducting non-stop conversations. The way they’re structured favors documentation of meaningful dialogue.

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5 Factors That Affect Your Ability to Recruit and Retain Caregivers

Hireology

The fact that home care is a high-turnover industry shouldn’t be shocking news; however, pinpointing exactly what’s causing that turnover will affect how your agency grows in the coming years. . While there are obvious reasons why caregivers leave — like low pay and inconsistent schedules — it’s important to make sure you’re not unintentionally sweeping anything under the rug. .

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IRS Announces COVID-19 Tax Relief Initiative to Help Taxpayers

ACA Times

2 minute read: On November 2, 2020, the IRS announced several changes to its collection procedures to assist struggling taxpayers impacted by COVID-19. These changes include: Taxpayers who qualify for a short-term payment plan option may now have up to 180 days to resolve their tax liabilities instead of 120 days. Flexibility for some taxpayers who are temporarily unable to meet the payment terms of an accepted Offer in Compromise.

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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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Building ‘futuring’ capacity in teams and organisations

HR Zone

Future Can you predict the future?

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Why Diversity Training Matters and How to Build a Program

Achievers

A diverse team is no longer a simple aspiration. It’s the cornerstone of a strong and successful business. Diverse companies enjoy 2.3 times higher cash flow per employee and a BCG study found that companies with diverse management teams had a 19% increase in revenue compared to their less diverse counterparts. If you’re looking to build a more diverse and inclusive workplace and maximize your business potential, start ramping up your diversity training strategy.

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Best tactics and methods to recruit developers in 2020

Hppy

The tech hiring field is highly competitive – both for candidates and recruiters. While candidates for junior positions are putting in work to get recognized and make their mark in the industry, recruiters are fiercely competing for qualified talent. In fact, research shows that 86% of employers are struggling to find and hire tech talent. As a result, their current employees can suffer more pressure, their product development is obstructed, and they can even lose revenue.

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5 Ways HR Can Reduce Bias in Hiring

Intoo USA

With millions of Americans newly unemployed amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the available pool of qualified talent has grown significantly. While companies who are positioned to hire will surely benefit from this availability as they build out their organizations, the current climate also provides an important opportunity to review hiring processes to identify and prevent any potential for risk of bias. .

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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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How to build HR’s reputation throughout the pandemic and beyond

HR Zone

Future How to build HR’s reputation.

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How to Increase Engagement with Trust and Vulnerability

Achievers

How long does it take to build trust and vulnerability with your team? It doesn’t take long to build trust and vulnerability with your team if you make an effort, but the secret is continuing to work on it. When you know someone well and they’re vulnerable with you, honor that trust. Just because you know how to push someone else’s buttons, it doesn’t mean you need to look for opportunities to do it.

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Improving Employee Engagement with Corporate Language Training

Hppy

To compete in the global market, a company must have the right tools and qualities. Leadership, finance, and marketing strategy are some of the things that may first come to mind. Strong and collaborative Employee engagement, coupled with proper communication, is the pillar of an outstanding company. These factors are undeniably essential but an element that is commonly overlooked. .

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Prop 22 has Significant Implications on ACA Healthcare Benefits

ACA Times

2 minute read: With everyone’s attention focused on the results of the presidential election, folks may not realize that California Prop 22 will pass. As of November 6, the status is 76% reporting with 58.4% of the vote, according to the Associated Press. Prop 22 has significant implications for gig economy drivers. Not least among these implications are healthcare benefits for app-based drivers. .

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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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The Best Ways to Talk About Your COVID-19 Layoff in a Resume, Cover Letter, or Interview (With Examples!)

The Muse

Should you disclose a COVID-19 layoff in the job hunt? How to address a coronavirus employment gap in a cover letter, resume, or interview—plus examples.

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Never push loyal Employees to the point where they no longer care!

Brigette Hyacinth

My new boss told me to never be afraid to give feedback. The next Monday morning in a meeting, I happily shared my viewpoint on a new policy. Thereafter, I noticed my boss’s disposition towards me changed. He stopped talking to me. I was shunned. I even felt the effects of this in my monthly performance appraisal, where he noted, I was not supportive of the organization, and I needed to be a better team player.

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Employers Sued for Rejecting Hearing-Impaired Job Applicants

SHRM Resources

Two recent lawsuits filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission are reminders that employers must make reasonable accommodations for deaf and hearing-impaired job applicants or risk violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Work in HR? It’s Time to FIGHT for Workers’ Rights.

Robin Schooling

There’s a peculiar mindset amongst far too many HR practitioners. Due to their fervent and often all-consuming desire to be considered “business partners,” they’ve adopted a capitalist perspective that places them somewhere on the spectrum between Scrooge McDuck, Rich Uncle Pennybags and Mr. Burns. Attempting to be fiscally prudent and, as I’ve heard it described, to be “a steward of the company’s money,” manifests itself when they: ‘fight’ every unemployment claim as if the very sustainability

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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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28 Digital Marketing Terms You Need to Know (Whether You’re a Marketer or Work With One)

The Muse

From B2B to CTA to SEM to A/B testing, there’s a lot of jargon to learn and keep up with as digital marketing continues to evolve.

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Telltale Signs of Burnout at Work

HR Digest

Burnout and stress are the two sides of a coin that seem to feed off each other. Stopping and smelling the flowers on the way to work and a more relaxed attitude is the key to stress-free work life, suggest experts. Burnout has got much attention in the last two years with even the World Health Organization (WHO) classifying it as an occupational hazard arising out of “mismanaged work stress”.

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Career Corner: 5 Action Steps to Communicate Your Transferable Skills

TalentCulture

We’ve all heard the age-old saying, “No time like the present.” Given the uncertain times, these words are feeling more relevant as days go by. Industries are changing daily, and […]. The post Career Corner: 5 Action Steps to Communicate Your Transferable Skills appeared first on TalentCulture.

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