Sat.Jun 08, 2024 - Fri.Jun 14, 2024

article thumbnail

5 Best Practices for Mindful Remote Offboarding

Blend Me Inc

Several studies have revealed that the post-pandemic workforce has seen a drastic uptick in remote and hybrid work environments. An estimated 22% of Americans are expected to be fully remote by 2025, up 87% from pre-pandemic levels. An estimated 98% of Americans would like to work remotely at least some of the time, while approximately 28% of U.S. companies are currently fulfilling this desire through hybrid work policies.

article thumbnail

How HR can help middle managers support employee development

HR Brew

Middle managers need help. Just one in three middle managers believe they have the “clarity, organizational support, and resources to succeed and to coach employees effectively on skills and career development,” according to a Betterworks survey of 2,105 leaders in the US and UK. This may be because many middle managers don’t know how to have regular conversations with employees about their performance, Jamie Aitken, VP of HR transformation at Betterworks, told HR Brew, something that being “san

Coaching 417
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Gamification in Employee Recognition: How it helps?

Vantage Circle

Gamification in employee recognition has emerged as a revolutionary approach in enhancing employee engagement and performance. This approach makes mundane workdays into an enjoyable and motivating experience. As employees earn rewards and climb leaderboards, they experience a sense of accomplishment and belonging, which in turn boosts morale and productivity.

article thumbnail

High-quality healthcare can be virtual—but HR must help deliver it

HRExecutive

Virtual healthcare in America is at a turning point. After a boost during the pandemic, enthusiasm for it has been waning , and adoption rates are dropping. - Advertisement - In recent days, some companies, including Walmart and Optum, have announced that they are reducing or ending their current virtual care offerings. As Fierce Healthcare reports , “The virtual care market is evolving and moving away from commoditized models like virtual urgent care.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Why HR should consider offering an emergency savings account benefit

HR Brew

Like the Road Runner from Wile E. Coyote, financial security still eludes many employees. Some 54% of employees surveyed by Betterment in October 2022 said financial anxiety has impacted their ability to focus at work. And 47% said an employer-sponsored emergency fund would “entice” them to change jobs. And yet, just 2% of employers offer emergency savings accounts (ESAs), according to the Society for Human Resource Management’s 2023 Employee Benefit Survey.

More Trending

article thumbnail

What HR needs to ask to ensure tech implementations succeed

HRExecutive

Michael Kannisto has witnessed many workplace tech implementations hit roadblocks, an unfortunate experience that many HR leaders share. As the director of Mindemic Lab —a think tank focused on the future of work, technology and supporting disability in the workplace—Kannisto has a deep understanding of HR technology implementations and their common pitfalls. - Advertisement - While many vendors might try to avoid major flops during HR tech rollouts, Kannisto emphasizes that the periods before

article thumbnail

Smile, You’re on Camera! Marshalls Store Workers To Don Body Cameras

HR Digest

In a slightly dystopian turn of events, TJ Maxx, Homegoods, and Marshalls store workers are being equipped with body cameras to discourage shoplifters from targeting the store. Thankfully, not all retail workers are required to wear body cameras. Instead, the TJX companies are assigning shoplifting cameras to their “loss prevention associates,” who are essentially unarmed security guards who are meant to protect the merchandise at the stores.

article thumbnail

Considering a four-day workweek? These employers experimented with different approaches

HR Brew

Remember that J.G. Wentworth commercial from the early 2000s where people shout, “It’s my money, and I need it now!” Well, nowadays, some workers may want to shout, “It’s my four-day workweek, and I need it now!” Some 54% of employees say they’d work longer days if they could have a three-day weekend, while 37% would switch companies or industries to do the same, according to an August Bankrate survey.

Staffing 448
article thumbnail

Growing Your Restaurant Franchise: HR Software Benefits and Features

Netchex HR Blog

Running multiple restaurants will never be easy, but you might be surprised how much restaurant franchise HR software can help. When managing a franchise , each location must be fully staffed and scheduled, policies and training need to be consistent, and employee data and comparison reporting must be available. HR and payroll software for restaurant franchises takes some of your biggest challenges and turns them into opportunities.

article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

50+ Sensitive Workplace Stress Statistics 2024

HR Stacks Blog

Below are some of the important workplace stress statistics to give you idea about stress can impact employees as well as the organization. Workplace stress is a real thing and employers are well aware of the fact how engaging and efficient a stressfree workforce can be. When you take steps to reduce stress, it shows your employees that you really care about their mental health and overall well-being.

article thumbnail

The ultimate guide on how to calculate margins and boost profits

Homebase

Remember the Pythagorean theorem? If you just broke out in a sweat, trying to remember your Grade 12 math class, we feel you. We know that for many people, ‘math’ can be a 4-letter word. But if you own a business you can’t stick your head in the sand about some really important calculations—like how to calculate margins. Understanding profit margins is super important for small businesses.

How To 52
article thumbnail

Getting frank with Portillo’s HR pro

HR Brew

Here’s this week’s edition of our Coworking series. Each week, we chat 1:1 with an HR Brew reader. Want to be featured in an upcoming edition? Click here to introduce yourself. Jill Waite has worked in the restaurant and retail industries her entire career, beginning with a stint at Chuck E. Cheese when she was 16 years old. She also worked in operations and development at companies including Sephora and Circuit City before taking the HR reins at Chicago-based hot dog chain Portillo’s as CPO in

article thumbnail

You’ve Taken the First Step in Skills-Based Hiring. What Comes Next?

Linkedin Talent Blog

More companies are committing to skills-based hiring these days — for good reason. By focusing on skills when evaluating job candidates, employers are opening doors to individuals from historically marginalized groups who may not have had the chance to go to college. At the same time, as companies face serious skills shortages , skills-based hiring is helping them widen the talent pool.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Helping Hiring Managers Succeed

Engage2Excel

Hiring managers have a powerful influence on recruitment success, candidate engagement, selection, offer acceptance and retention strategies. In today’s job market, collaboration between HR leaders, recruiters and hiring managers is essential. However, many HR organizations struggle to find ways to effectively influence hiring managers’ skills and behaviors, which influence recruiting and retention outcomes.

Hiring 157
article thumbnail

Busser job description: Hire great bussers with the right job posting

Homebase

As the owner or operator of a restaurant, you know how important quality of service is to diner experience. That’s why staffing is so important—right down to hiring the best busser. Your staff can make the difference in what brings customers back to your restaurant. But how do you write a great busser job description to attract the right candidate? When we think about which roles in the restaurant business deliver smiles to customers, we rarely think about bussers.

article thumbnail

Employers expect to slow hiring next quarter, but AI talent is top of mind

HR Brew

Just as summer is heating up, a new batch of economic data suggests the labor market is continuing to cool down. The number of job openings fell slightly to 8.1 million in April, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data released on June 4 , the lowest level since February 2021. Meanwhile, companies added 152,000 jobs to their payrolls in May, fewer than analysts expected, ADP reported June 5.

article thumbnail

Why Customer Support and Training Matter in Choosing an HRIS

EmployeeConnect

Having an efficient Human Resource Information System ( HRIS ) is crucial for managing HR processes effectively. However, the true value of an HRIS extends beyond its features and capabilities. Exceptional customer support and comprehensive training play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful implementation and ongoing use of the system. Here’s why these elements are indispensable when choosing an HRIS.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

June 2024 Jobs Report Recap

Engage2Excel

The U.S. economy added a far-better-than-expected 272,000 jobs in May, while the unemployment rate edged up to 4%, its highest level in more than two years. The labor market remains strong, with good news in terms of growth and participation. It continues to fuel the economy and support workers. At the same time, the report has some concerning, underlying numbers to watch, such as the unemployment rate, wage growth, part-time employment rate and the number of discouraged workers leaving the work

Report 157
article thumbnail

Strategies for Employers to Stand Out at Recruitment Events

Hppy

Standing out at a job fair isn’t as easy as it used to be. These days, every company is chasing the same limited pool of qualified candidates. With so many options vying for people’s attention, how do you make sure your opportunities are the ones that really grab applicants? As someone responsible for representing your organization at recruiting events, you know it’s not enough to simply show up with a stack of resumes anymore.

article thumbnail

Technically HR: LinkedIn Learning releases new pilot offering expert advice to learners

HR Brew

LinkedIn will begin offering AI-powered learning opportunities based on the courses of some of its top business and professional experts in career development, business strategy, and well-being in a new pilot for its learning platform. One of the instructors featured in this new program, Anil Gupta, a business strategist who teaches courses on LinkedIn Learning, said in a blog post about the pilot that this feature “will make it easier for instructors to scale their teaching and connect with eve

article thumbnail

Introducing 360-Degree Performance Reviews

DecisionWise

Performance reviews have long been a cornerstone of effective management. Despite being criticized, and sometimes even despised , they remain an essential tool that ensures employees receive a baseline level of feedback about their job performance. Are they meeting the standards expected of them? Too many current performance review programs consist of a simple grade and that is about it.

article thumbnail

[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.

article thumbnail

Shifting To A “What’s In It For Me” Recruiting Prospective (Spelling out what the new hire will experience)

Dr. John Sullivan

Compared to just listing dry company benefits, seeing “what’s in it for me” is extremely powerful from a candidate’s perspective. Article Descriptors | recruiting/messaging from the candidate perspective – How to – 4 min read The “What’s In It For Me” Messaging Approach Explained When attempting to sell a product, service, or job to someone with multiple choices, it’s hard to argue against the premise that your messaging will be more convincing if

article thumbnail

Navigating the Complexities of Relocation in Healthcare

UrbanBound HR

Relocating for a new job or moving to a healthcare facility presents a mix of challenges and opportunities that require careful consideration. As the trend of healthcare professionals and organizations exploring relocation continues to grow, understanding the nuances involved is crucial for a successful transition.

Trends 118
article thumbnail

‘Shark Tank’-style competitions, free housing, and river cruises await Motorola Solutions interns

HR Brew

Most interns don’t get coffee and make copies anymore (does anyone still make copies?). Many modern internships aim to provide participants with hands-on experience that can impact the business and serve as talent incubators. Motorola Solutions was recently named one of the country’s top internship programs by TA software firm Yello. (Don’t break out your hot pink Razr just yet—Motorola split into two separate entities, Motorola Solutions and Motorola Mobility, in 2011.

article thumbnail

Expense Policy Compliance and How Automation can Help?

SutiHR

Businesses with robust policy compliance are likely to have fewer issues with expense management. Expense. The post Expense Policy Compliance and How Automation can Help? appeared first on SutiSoft.

article thumbnail

The HR Leader’s Survival Guide

HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

article thumbnail

The ‘engagement illusion’: What leaders have all wrong about employee engagement

HRExecutive

It’s likely no surprise that business leaders think their workers are more satisfied than they really are—but the extent of this perception gap is alarming, experts say, and should raise some red flags for HR. - Advertisement - ManpowerGroup’s Right Management recently released a study of more than 400 leaders and 1,000 North American-based employees that highlighted just how stark the differences are between how the two groups view the state of employee engagement.

article thumbnail

The 1st Pitch

Everyday People

On Sunday, I had both a life-affirming and a life-changing moment. I went to the Cincinnati Reds game to see a dear friend throw out the 1st pitch. Now, if you’re a sports fan at all, this is a bucket list item for most men. We grow up watching games and fantasize about taking the mound in front of a packed stadium waiting to “bring it” with a strike right across the plate.

Global HR 119
article thumbnail

HR can do more to support working moms

HR Brew

Moms deserve extra support—not least the 40.5% of moms with kids under 18 who are the “equal, primary, or sole income earners for their family,” according to the Department of Labor. In her forthcoming book, Go Ask Your Mothers : One Simple Step for Managers to Support Working Moms for Team Success , Sarah Wells shares how HR pros and managers can better support, and retain, working moms.