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How to develop a culture of quiet thrivers

TLNT: The Business of HR

We all know that ‘quiet quitting’ has become something of a workplace buzzword.

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10 signs of a toxic work environment (and how to prevent it)

Homebase

A toxic work environment affects everyone. Employees, HR professionals, and managers can all experience—and contribute—to them. Although we often hear about these types of environments paired with big names—Elon and Twitter, anyone?—toxic work environments can be found anywhere from the coffee shop next door to the 6-person start-up in Silicon Valley.

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From Compliance to Talent Management: The 15 Essential HR Responsibilities

Analytics in HR

Over the past century, the term “human resources” has grown and changed significantly. HR responsibilities have moved beyond just administration and legal affairs to encompass a more comprehensive and strategic role in businesses everywhere. This shift has been slow but steady, and has led to a dramatic increase in the value HR professionals provide to any organization.

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EEOC: HR Manager used code words and other directives to staffing agencies to discriminate.

The Employer Handbook

A few weeks ago, I blogged here about how a federal appellate court concluded that firing someone who isn’t a ‘good fit’ isn’t necessarily a coded phrase for discrimination. Still, I generally recommend to clients that they be more direct when terminating someone’s employment by explaining the legitimate business reason(s) for the decision.

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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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‘Zoom fatigue’ and exclusion still persists for hybrid workers

HR Zone

Culture Hybrid working: A threat to culture?

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, how 2 employers transformed their strategies

HRExecutive

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and based on recent research, HR leaders must pay closer attention to the mental health needs of their workforce, particularly as post-pandemic transformations continue to play out. - Advertisement - A recent survey from Korn Ferry, for example, found that 58% of professionals polled say that their employer mandating a return to the office will have a negative impact on their mental health.

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Get Ready to Thrive: Onboarding Tips for Success

Essium HRM

Onboarding often has a far greater impact on a new hire’s success than many recruiters realize. A high-quality, comprehensive experience empowers candidates with knowledge, ensuring they’re ready for the journey ahead. Plus, onboarding is often an introduction to their new employer, and a positive impression leaves them optimistic about the opportunity well after they were offered a job, leading to a stronger performance and improved mindset.

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Why Setting Strong Objectives for Managers is a Top Priority This Year

15Five

You’d be hard-pressed to find an HR thought leader who doesn’t believe having great mid-level managers is one of the biggest—if not the biggest—indicators of a high-performing team. If training and developing your organization’s managers isn’t one of your top priorities this year, it probably should be. Consider these stats: 60% of HR leaders say “leader and manager effectiveness” is their #1 priority in 2023, according to Gartner. 65% of managers feel underprepared and struggle to perform in th

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When a Bonus is an Insult

Evil HR Lady

Bonuses are great. No one ever wants to turn down money. But, when a bonus is too small, it’s best to skip it altogether. For instance, take a look at the above example from the Anti Work Subreddit. Handing an employee $25 as a gesture of goodwill on a random Friday is fine. Telling an employee that if they work hard for five years (5 years!) they’ll be rewarded with $25 is an insult.

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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!

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As contingent workforces grow, Workday unveils new tool to assist HR

HRExecutive

Workday released a new vendor management system (VMS) tool Tuesday, taking aim at a multi-billion market designed to help employers manage external workers , including contractors and full-time employees of staffing agencies. - Advertisement - Workday VNDLY is the latest player in the $226 billion VMS market, which manages contingent workforce programs—an area increasingly overseen by HR leaders.

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Register Now for Avoiding Meal, Rest Break Traps Webinar

HRWatchdog

Meal and rest breaks are among the trickiest aspects of managing a workforce in California. Misunderstandings can be costly — for instance, each workday that an employer fails to provide a meal break to an employee as required, the employee is owed one additional hour of pay at their regular rate of pay. And, in California, laws governing meal and rest breaks continue to evolve — mostly not in favor of employers.

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4 Benefits of Competency-Based Hiring | ClearCompany

ClearCompany HRM

Hiring teams base their decisions on many factors, most significantly a candidate’s experience, qualifications, and core competencies. Core competencies are the unique traits, attitudes, and behavior patterns that enable employees to succeed in that particular role. Experience and expertise are easy to assess. But competencies are not always easy for talent acquisition professionals to identify and are often overlooked in traditional hiring processes.

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Small business expansion: 5 tools to help open your next location

Homebase

As a small business owner, future growth plans and small business expansion live rent-free in your mind. It’s understandable—especially when you’re seeing the success your current business is experiencing. And if you’re like 64% of US small business owners , you expect to increase your revenue in 2023. But have you given much thought to how you’ll increase your revenue?

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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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How to Implement Manager Enablement to Boost Employee Engagement

15Five

A healthy manager and employee relationship is essential for any business. A good manager will take the time to understand what makes their direct reports tick and form deep connections that focus on getting the best out of their employees. But what happens to employee engagement when there’s trouble in this relationship? Employee engagement affects just about every important aspect of your organization, including revenue, customer experience, and retention.

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May 2023 Jobs Report Recap

Engage2Excel

The jobs market remains resilient even as the U.S. economy slowed through recession worries, interest rate hikes, tech and large company layoffs, and banking sector instability. More workers are entering the labor force and the participation rate for workers aged 25 to 54 is the highest since March 2008. Unemployment remains low, even though the pace of hiring is gradually cooling.

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8 HR Models Every HR Practitioner Should Know in 2023

Analytics in HR

HR must operate well to bring true value to an organization. A well-thought-out structure puts HR in a better position to deliver services effectively and create impact. HR models help define and explain the role of HR in the business. When HR practitioners understand how HR models work and are familiar with the philosophies of some widely-used frameworks, they can set up their HR organization for success.

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Employee Training & Development and How It Helps Retain Your Top Talent

SutiHR

Why Investing in Employee Development is Essential for Improving Retention Rates and How Employers Can. The post Employee Training & Development and How It Helps Retain Your Top Talent appeared first on SutiSoft.

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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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4 Tips for Performance Management in Matrix Style Organizations

15Five

Running a matrix management structure and feel like your performance management could use a boost? Unfortunately, there’s never one clear answer to improving employee performance, and a matrix structure is often confusing. But by understanding the challenges of running a matrix organization and following our recommendations for better performance management, you and your employees will feel more aligned, connected, and functional.

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What’s a Letter of Interest and How’s It Different From a Cover Letter?

The Muse

They’re both letters you’d send to companies you’re interested in working for, but there are some key distinctions. Here’s when to use each one and how—plus examples.

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Work Culture: Positive vs. Terrible

6Q

Work culture is an integral factor in worker productivity and employee retention. In this short article, we’ll look at the evolution of work culture, why it is important, and how you can foster a positive work culture in your company. What is work culture? When we talk about work culture, we are talking about the overall atmosphere present in the work environment of a company.

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Insights from the Craft Brewers Conference

Civility Partners

Last Sunday, May 7th, I had the honor of being a keynote speaker at the THRIVE pre-conference , which was a roadmap to a safe, inclusive, and equitable experience at the Craft Brewers Conference (CBC). As a conference held in Nashville, TN, a city known for its musical roots and diverse music scene, it was a fitting backdrop for discussions on creating a diverse and welcoming culture in the craft brewing community.

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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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12 Experts Weigh In On Why You Need An Employee Handbook

Genesis HR Solutions

We’ve talked about the importance of an employee handbook from our perspective, but we thought it would be interesting to hear directly from CEOs, business owners, and HR managers about how employee handbooks have made a difference at their companies. Check out their perspectives below—you’ll likely find something that surprises you! Unfortunately, most employers don’t have a handbook that thoroughly addresses the processes and activities of their employees.

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Is Your Personal Brand What You Think It Is? Find Out With These Exercises

The Muse

What do you think your personal brand is? And what do other people think it is? Find out and compare with these two exercises from Aliza Licht’s new book “On Brand.

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New Report: The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire

TalentCulture

As businesses engage in “Hasty Hiring” to beat labor market competition, they’re racking up huge costs in hiring mistakes. The post New Report: The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire appeared first on TalentCulture.

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Three More Brilliant Tips for Dealing with an Angry Boss

Civility Partners

A few years ago, we shared five simple tips on how to deal with an angry boss , and the response was overwhelming! We’re back with even more tips to help you navigate this challenging situation with civility in mind. According to a survey conducted by the Workplace Bullying Institute, managers and bosses represent a staggering 65% of people who bully in the workplace.

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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.

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Improve Employee Retention Using These Key Strategies

6Q

In the past couple of years, millions of people have been quitting their jobs en masse due to numerous reasons such as bad pay and poor working conditions. A lot of workers were leaving their jobs due to things such as low salaries, non-competitive perks/packages, feeling overworked, lack of career advancement opportunities, poor work/life balance, and much more.

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Washington to Bar Employers from Relying Marijuana Use in Hiring Decisions

SHRM Resources

The state of Washington will prohibit employers from making hiring decisions based on off-duty use of marijuana or positive pre-employment drug test results that find an applicant to have nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites in their hair, blood, urine or other bodily fluids.

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18 Key Leadership Competencies for 2023 Success

Analytics in HR

Developing a diverse leadership bench is essential. In fact, companies that actively implement training and mentoring initiatives to develop leadership competencies are 3.4 times more likely to be rated as a best place to work. However, only 40% of organizations rate their leader quality as good or excellent. That’s why upskilling leaders and managers is one of the key HR trends.