Sat.Mar 27, 2021 - Fri.Apr 02, 2021

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How the tech talent shortage requires creative thinking

HRExecutive

While American hiring is not back to normal yet, a recent report from the National Foundation for American Policy revealed that there are more than 1 million available job postings in the United States in technology-related fields—from system administrators to data scientists and security analysts. Since the onset of the global pandemic, NFAP also found that the need for talent in computer-related fields has risen by 11% across 10 of 13 occupational categories, with postings for computer and inf

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Which Type of Recruiting Is Best for Finding Diverse Leaders?

SHRM Resources

There are two main ways that employers work with outside recruiters: on a contingency basis or through a retained search. Each option has its benefits, but which type of recruiting is most effective when sourcing senior-level diverse candidates?

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Building An Organizational Strategy That’ll Withstand The Change Ahead

15Five

If you’ve ever had to navigate a canoe down a winding, obstacle-heavy river, you know how important it is that the bow and the stern are synchronized. For a minute, I want you to close your eyes and imagine your business as a canoe and the river as the specific market or industry in which you operate. Think of the rower in the front of the boat (the bow) as your organization, providing power and forward motion to your business.

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Engaging Experiences: Onboarding Best Practices for Remote Employees

Engage2Excel

If you’ve hired anyone recently, I am sure the onboarding process is a bit different from prior to the pandemic. This might sound familiar – most paperwork was emailed ahead of time for the new employee to complete, introducing them to the team was probably done through an online meeting platform, and the building tour could have been a prerecorded video.

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Performance Review Calibrations Made Easy

Every company aspires to be the best, and performance reviews are the cornerstone of that journey. However, discrepancies in how managers rate their teams can lead to unfairness.

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Analysis: Key Themes in Leadership Trends for 2021

The People Equation

Image by moritz320 from Pixabay. We’re nearly through the first quarter of 2021 so I decided to take the pulse of what industry analysts and thought leaders are saying about the state of leadership this year. I did an analysis of seven sources* in the talent development and human capital industry to come up with the key themes in leadership trends for this year.

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Integrating AP and Procurement for Better Efficiencies and Savings

SutiHR

In most companies, Accounts Payable (AP) and procurement teams work independently from one another for most of their respective tasks. The departments perform their business under different policies and have separate strategies for operating efficiently. Thus, a lot of companies are not realizing the benefits of AP and procurement working together towards a common goal.

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Three strategies to transform your talent agenda in the era of remote work

HR Zone

Retention Three strategies for virtual talent management.

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Should I Sign Termination Papers?

Evil HR Lady

I live in Florida and have been told I need to sign a termination letter stating I was let go due to insubordination, conduct and behavior deemed unacceptable in accordance with the company regulations, etc. I have never refused or implied I was not going to do a task asked of me, and needless to say, I disagree with most of what was written. I am pretty sure it has it worded so they can contest any unemployment claims.

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I want my employee to be more engaged and work more hours

Ask a Manager

This post, I want my employee to be more engaged and work more hours , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: Just to preface, I’m not in the U.S. The minimum wage in my country is about $20 an hour, but the cost of living is higher than the U.S. Something that costs $3 in the U.S. will cost $10 here. I am currently a manager of a women’s apparel boutique and I have a part-time employee who I’ll call Emily.

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Balancing Cost and Care: 3 Key Considerations for Cost Optimization in 2024

Discover essential strategies for employers to balance cost optimization with care. The top priorities for employers in 2024 are retaining talent, growing revenue and sales, and attracting talent. To achieve these goals, employers are turning towards comprehensive total rewards strategies informed by data-driven insights. Hear from industry experts on cost optimization strategies and how to leverage these approaches for a healthier workforce.

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Supporting Your Mental and Physical Health while Working from Home

Take It Personel-ly

Working from home has long been seen as an ideal way to do work. No need to get up much earlier just to have time to dress, shower and arrive to work, but simply get up, make coffee and start your day. However, that’s only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to moving […].

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Too Many Meetings: How to Free Your Team to Build, Create, and Thrive

SHRM

Too many meetings can frustrate productivity and morale. Reduce them to free your team. When your calendar staggers under the weight of too many meetings, start with design thinking, involve your team, and improve your use of asynchronous tools. It’s a refrain we’ve heard repeatedly through the year of pandemic work-from-home. We’ve heard it from executives and from front-line leaders: “We have too many meetings.

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Hiring from only the Top Schools is Lazy

Evil HR Lady

Hiring from top schools (or requiring degrees at all) is a simple proxy for intelligence and hard work. These things are hard to evaluate in an interview or two, so you say “well, if this candidate managed to get into Harvard and graduate theymust be smart and hard working!” And you probably won’t be wrong, because the competition to get into the top schools is so fierce.

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How virtual onboarding is failing employees

HRExecutive

Employees today are experiencing a crisis of connection. According to Gartner research, only 40% of employees feel a sense of belonging at their organization. The problem is even worse for new employees; just 32% of employees hired in the past 12 months feel a sense of belonging to their organization. Remote work makes it harder to create connection.

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Unlocking Employee Potential with the Power of Continuous Feedback

Speaker: Erin Daruszka and Nakisha Dixon

Recent studies show that only 21% of employees feel their performance and growth are within their control. What if the answer to employee development and high performance lies elsewhere? Enter continuous feedback. Imagine a work environment where feedback isn't a dreaded annual event, but a constant source of growth. Join us to discover how ongoing, actionable feedback empowers your team to take ownership of their performance, boosting engagement and development.

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Company culture: The similarities between brand building and culture building

HR Zone

Culture Build your culture like you build a brand.

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Why Empathetic Listening Is Crucial for Your Career—and How to Do It Well

The Muse

The author of the new book, Listen Like You Mean It, explains how empathetic listening can lead to stronger relationships and better collaboration on the job.

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Leadership in Divisive Times: Dealing with Colleagues in Denial

TalentCulture

When was the last time a colleague said something so ridiculous that it made your jaw drop? A four-year study by LeadershipIQ.com found that employers and boards fired 23 percent […]. The post Leadership in Divisive Times: Dealing with Colleagues in Denial appeared first on TalentCulture.

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New Illinois Law Protects Workers with Criminal Records

SHRM Resources

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the Employee Background Fairness Act into law March 23, prohibiting employers in the state from disqualifying job applicants with conviction records, with some exceptions. The law took effect immediately.

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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Will flexible working be the positive legacy of Covid-19?

HR Zone

Culture Will flexible working be the positive legacy of Co.

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4 Best Practices for Communication Among Remote Teams

Best Money Moves

4 best practices for communication among remote teams. These four remote-work strategies can help keep your workforce connected, regardless of their location. . They say the most important part of any relationship is communication. For workforces in the new world of remote work, that’s easier said than done. While technological advancements including Zoom, Slack and GoogleSuite can go a long way in helping teams stay connected, distance can easily cause miscommunication.

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being in a play with an employee, my boss yelled at my recruiter for hiring me away, and more

Ask a Manager

This post, being in a play with an employee, my boss yelled at my recruiter for hiring me away, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. Can I be in a play where my character tries to assault my employee? I was recently promoted to my first management position. Shortly after I started my new position, I was cast as the lead in a community theater production.

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Students Both Optimistic and Realistic About Job Prospects

SHRM Resources

Despite a pandemic and a recession, most college students appear optimistic about finding jobs after graduation, according to a new survey. However, they aren’t being unrealistic about the time it will take to land their ideal position, or the long-term impacts of the pandemic on careers overall.

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The Essential Performance Review Checklist

Performance reviews are a proactive way to engage with your employees, provide clear communication about expectations, and acknowledge them for their hard work. But getting the right framework and creating consistency across your organization can be tricky. We put together this checklist to help you evaluate your current performance review process and equip managers with the right tools to perform individual assessments.

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Employee experience: why less is more when it comes to HR policy

HR Zone

People Why less is more with HR policy.

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Thank you! This will be my last post, forever. #ProjectEnd

The Tim Sackett Project

It comes with great pride and a bit of sorrow that I tell you that today will be the last time I’ll be posting on my blog. For the past decade, I’ve been posting each workday my thoughts and ideas about work, technology, and life. As I looked back on over three thousand posts, well over a million words written, I came to realize something – you a$$holes don’t pay me anything!

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if you lost your job recently, you’re eligible for 6 months of free health insurance

Ask a Manager

This post, if you lost your job recently, you’re eligible for 6 months of free health insurance , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. If you lost your job in the last 18 months, you can now remain on your employer-sponsored health insurance for free through September 30 , as part of the American Rescue Plan Act signed into law last month.

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How to Address COVID-19 Work Gaps on Resumes

SHRM Resources

Career and hiring experts are advising these job seekers not to panic about the employment gaps in their work history as they re-enter the workforce this year. Instead, they should be upfront about the break on their resumes and redirect the focus in cover letters and interviews to how they adapted to circumstances beyond their control.

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From Awareness to Action: An HR Guide to Making Accessibility Accessible

Speaker: Danielle Johnson - Director of HR, Compliance & DEI in AI tech at Impact Observatory

Making accessibility accessible for organizations of all sizes may seem complex, but it doesn’t have to be. Prepare to broaden your understanding of Disability, Cultural Competency, and Inclusion with this insightful webinar. We’ll explore disability as a vibrant culture, understand the nuances of reasonable accommodations under the ADA, and navigate the complexities of undue hardship while challenging the status quo of accessibility practices.