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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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Here Are the HR Trends to Watch in 2024 + Plus Advice for Driving Impact!

The pressure is on to create a positive onboarding experience. Plus, a sub-par onboarding process can domino into other concerns such as low performance, burnout (for you and new hires), and retention challenges. Our 2024 State of HR report will give you a realistic picture of the HR landscape and tips to onboarding effectively in the year to come.

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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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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

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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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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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The Rules Do Apply: Navigating HR Compliance

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

HR Compliance is like a giant game of whack-a-mole. Once you think your company is compliant with all policies and procedures documented and in place, there’s a new or amended law, regulation, or final rule that pops up landing you back at ‘start.’ There are shifts, interpretations, and balancing acts to understanding compliance changes. Keeping up is not easy and it’s very time consuming.

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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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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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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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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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The Complete People Management Toolkit

From welcoming new team members to tough termination decisions, each employment lifecycle phase requires a balance of knowledge, empathy & legal diligence.

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What’s keeping HR from being seen as a true strategic partner?

HRExecutive

Sapient Insights Group’s annual HR Systems Survey , now going into its 26 th year, reveals all sorts of interesting data about trends in HR technology. We use this information to help buyers make informed purchasing decisions and help vendors understand how their solutions are being viewed by the market. But the survey also includes questions unrelated to IT—and the answers help us uncover important trends about the HR profession itself. - Advertisement - One such question is whether HR is

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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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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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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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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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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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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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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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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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Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of DEI Initiatives and Employee Benefits

Speaker: Jaye Johnson, CBP

Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.