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Secrets of the top 5% of strategic HR leaders

HRExecutive

Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of speaking with over 1,000 HR leaders. Time and time again, their stories have sounded the same: They got into HR because they genuinely wanted to improve the lives of employees and make work better. When they got into HR, their dreams of doing high-impact, culture-shifting work were quickly squashed with low-level administrative work, being disrespected and dismissed by executives and bouncing from fire to thankless fire without being adequately a

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Artificial Intelligence: What HR Pros Can Do to Prepare For the Future

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Not a day goes by without some news about artificial intelligence (AI). The latest being the ouster – and return – of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The world of AI is exciting, dynamic, and full of potential. Just like human resources. Artificial intelligence is changing our jobs and the HR function. Regardless of where you and your organization are regarding AI adoption, it’s important to stay on top of the latest developments.

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What is employee recruitment? Stages, channels, and strategies

Achievers

Every organization succeeds or fails based on the skills and engagement of its workforce. Highly motivated, innovative, experienced employees will consistently outperform the competition and drive increased revenue. Disengaged employees who lack the qualifications needed for their role – or who are a poor fit for your organizational culture – will instead contribute little before looking for opportunities elsewhere.

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Industry Predictions and Trends to Watch Out For in 2024

Essium HRM

As the new year approaches, companies set their sights on the future. Often, part of that equation is learning about industry predictions and trends, as those can help organizations prepare for what lies ahead. When it comes to employee onboarding, there are several exciting trends to watch. If you want to update your processes to align with emerging best practices, take advantage of new technology, or otherwise ensure you’re current, here are the industry predictions and trends that deserve you

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Mid-Year Performance Review Checklist for HR and People Leaders

Ensure your mid-year performance reviews are focused, productive, and growth-oriented with this practical checklist from Mitratech Trakstar. Designed for HR professionals, people managers, and team leads, this guide walks you through the full review process—from pre-meeting prep and feedback collection to action planning and follow-up. It also includes tips for creating a comfortable and effective review experience, plus ways to leverage tools like self-evaluations, PIPs, and development plans.

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Overstaffing: Why It Happens and How To Avoid It in 5 Steps

AIHR

After recruiting hundreds of employees to handle pandemic-driven demand, Amazon was faced with overstaffing issues. The company subsequently laid off 99,000 direct employees. This was Amazon’s most significant sequential drop after overstaffing its warehouses. As an HR professional, you need to ensure workforce optimization. Too little staff can lead to heavy workloads and decreased productivity, while too much staff can create an environment of inefficiency and wasted resources.

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2023 Recapped: Our Top 5 HR Blogs for SMBs

Extensis

Quick look: 2023 is coming to a close, a time when many HR professionals review the year’s key trends and what aspects of them may remain relevant in 2024. Here are our five most-read HR blogs that discuss a range of topics, from encouraging open communication at work to the value that legal benefits services can bring to your workforce—and everything in between.

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21 Perfect Holiday Gifts for Employees

Intoo USA

As the year draws to a close and the festive season approaches, many businesses contemplate the tradition of employee holiday gifts. While some may view it as an unnecessary expense, there are compelling reasons why expressing gratitude to your team through gifts can be a valuable investment in your company’s success. Holiday gifts are a tangible expression of appreciation for your employees’ hard work and dedication throughout the year.

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From Matching to Mediating: HR Tools for Successful AP Specialist Recruitment

Professional Alternatives

[link] From Matchmaking to Mediation: HR Strategies for Effective Team Building in AP Specialist Recruitment Introduction to Team Building in AP Specialist Recruitment Team building plays a crucial role in the success of any organization, and this holds for AP (Accounts Payable) specialist recruitment as well. When it comes to building an effective team of AP specialists, it’s important to go beyond the resume and thoroughly assess candidates’ knowledge and skills.

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DAOU shares effective HR toolkit for inclusion and scalability

Workable

When we upgraded our employee systems in 2022 – we were hyper focused on user- friendliness, inclusion, and scalability. We searched high and low for the right combination of platforms that would serve our workforce, as we were finding that some of the all-in-ones just weren’t quite right for us. We needed solutions that could scale with us at a fast rate, and that were friendly and engaging.

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Protect Your Business and Stay On Top of Compliance

To keep your business running smoothly (and legally), HR needs to get compliance right every time. Our HR Compliance Checklist is your go-to guide to cover the basics and start your auditing processes, helping you identify and address any gaps in your HR functions. Remember, compliance rules can differ based on industry and location—you’ll still need to keep up with changing regulations, but our checklist can help you get started.

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3 Reasons Why Yello Customers Boomerang

Yello

What is a boomerang customer? Boomerang customers are organizations who successfully leveraged Yello, churned off the platform for a variety of reasons, but ultimately returned after discovering that Yello is the best solution to meet their early career recruiting needs. While each of the examples below includes the business case for Yello, recruiting outcomes aren’t the only thing that separates Yello from others in the industry.

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How to Successfully Implement an Employee Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

15Five

Sometimes, even with a comprehensive and well-executed performance management process—and a dedicated manager’s best efforts—some employees will fail to meet expectations. But instead of giving up on an employee whose performance is lacking, consider implementing a performance improvement plan (PIP). When executed well and with compassion, a PIP can motivate a struggling employee to improve their performance and recommit themselves to their job and the organization.

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AI Is Transforming Corporate Learning Even Faster Than I Expected

Josh Bersin

Of all the domains to be impacted by AI, perhaps the biggest transformation is taking place in corporate learning. After a year of experimentation, it’s now clear that AI will revolutionize this space. Let’s discuss what L&D is all about. Corporate training is everywhere, and that’s why it’s a $340 billion market. Everything that happens.

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Why Are Leadership Communication Skills Important? 

Intoo USA

Effective leadership communication skills are paramount to fostering a thriving organizational culture and achieving collective goals. When a leader is able to articulate a compelling vision, team members become inspired and aligned, cultivating a shared sense of purpose. Clear communication promotes transparency, reducing ambiguity and mitigating the risk of misunderstandings that can derail progress.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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Understanding Performance Management Today

EmployeeConnect

Performance management in the contemporary workplace has evolved into a strategic imperative, seamlessly aligning organisational objectives with the diverse skills, experiences, and capabilities of its workforce. Unlike traditional models, which often viewed performance management as a linear process, the modern approach recognises the dynamic interplay between organisational goals and employee contributions.

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Unlock Better Performance With Effective Employee Self-Evaluations (With Examples)

15Five

Performance review. There are perhaps no other words in the English language that create so much stress for employees. (Well, maybe “we need to talk” is up there, too.) But while performance reviews can be nerve-wracking, they help you bring out the best in your people—and there are ways to make them less stressful. One powerful strategy? Including self-evaluations in every performance review.

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Checklist – 2023 Important Year-End HR Dates

MP Wired For HR

2023 Important Year-End HR Dates Download the Checklist With the end of 2023 rapidly approaching, it’s crucial to equip yourself with the necessary tools to ensure a smooth and accurate year-end process. This comprehensive guide has been created to serve as your go-to resource during this critical period. By following the outlined steps and recommendations, you’ll not only streamline your year-end tasks but also enhance accuracy and efficiency.

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Burning out of control: Are line managers in crisis?

HR Zone

Each New Year offers a chance to reflect on the one gone by, and 2023 has certainly been a chaotic and uncertain one.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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The HR Landscape in 2024: The Vocal Point of Data Security and Privacy

EmployeeConnect

As we embark on the journey through 2024, the role of Human Resources (HR) is undergoing a significant transformation, with one critical aspect taking centre stage – data security and privacy. In an age where technology is deeply embedded in HR processes, safeguarding sensitive employee data is not just a compliance requirement; it has become a vocal point demanding attention.

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Building Employee Loyalty in a Liquid Labor Market

TalentCulture

Is concern over employee loyalty keeping you up at night? You’re not alone. Here’s one recent scenario: An executive team at a large healthcare system was locked in an intense strategic discussion. Higher than anticipated turnover — particularly in non-clinical early career roles — was threatening the organization’s ability to deliver on its operational, patient […] The post Building Employee Loyalty in a Liquid Labor Market appeared first on TalentCulture.

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How Leaders Can Set Themselves Up For A Successful New Year

Forbes Coaches Council

Whether you’re helming a multinational corporation or leading a small team, the initial steps you take in the first month of the year can set the tone for the next 11.

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Why are younger workers such a retention risk?

HRExecutive

It’s hard to attract top talent, and for some employers, it’s even harder to keep it. That may be especially true for younger workers, as new research shows that one in four Gen Zers might hit the road sooner rather than later. - Advertisement - According to a 2023 study from workforce resilience platform meQuilibrium , 23% of younger workers are contemplating a job switch in the next six months.

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The AI Productivity Shift: How 3,000 Pros And 140K Users Are Transforming Work

Hubstaff’s new report, The AI Productivity Shift, highlights how 3,000+ professionals and 140,000+ users are transforming the way they work with AI. Adoption is high—85% are using AI—and the potential is just beginning. Teams that integrate AI into daily workflows report 77% faster task completion, 70% improved focus, and stronger results across the board.

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Our Favorite Tips for Improving Employee Engagement

DecisionWise

Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Time: 1:00 pm Eastern / 10:00 am Pacific Presenters: Christian Nielson, Chief Revenue Officer Matthew Wride, President In this webinar, our experts will share some of their favorite tips and techniques for strengthening employee experience and improving employee engagement. Whether you’re conducting your first employee survey or your fiftieth, you’ll gain proven ideas that are sure to benefit you and your organization.

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Announcing the Launch of CustomerRelations.io: A Beacon for Modern Customer Engagement Excellence

TalentCulture

In the age of customer-centricity, where brands strive to create lasting relationships, the unveiling of CustomerRelations.io is set to be a game-changer. Today's official launch positions the platform as the definitive resource for professionals eager to elevate their customer relationship skills and strategies. The post Announcing the Launch of CustomerRelations.io: A Beacon for Modern Customer Engagement Excellence appeared first on TalentCulture.

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Building an Employee-Centric Brand

Engage2Excel

Changes in today’s workforce attitudes require a reassessment of strategies for engaging employees and candidates. In our latest eBook, Building an Employee-Centric Brand, we present a guide for organizations that are either reevaluating or just getting started on building branding programs to create closer connections with candidates and employees in today’s challenging talent marketplace.

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Lifestyle spending accounts poised to soar. What HR needs to know

HRExecutive

As workforces continue to become more diversified and employees strive for flexibility and choice throughout their work experience, employers are increasingly turning to personalized benefits. In particular, employers are increasingly leveraging lifestyle spending accounts to meet employees’ diverse benefits needs and their drive for empowerment. - Advertisement - Lifestyle spending account (LSA) programs are employer-funded accounts that employees can use for everything from gasoline to d

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Building Compliant Workplace Violence Prevention Across States: CA SB-553 | NY S. 8358B

Speaker: Speakers:

Workplace violence prevention laws are rapidly evolving, with California’s SB-553 and New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (S-8358B) leading the way. Join WILL’s experts for a nationwide webinar covering compliance requirements, with a special focus on these key state mandates. We’ll guide you through developing and implementing effective prevention policies, building a compliant plan, and delivering the required annual interactive training.

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Launching an Employee Resource Group for DEIB

eni

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are critical components of building a successful and inclusive workplace culture.

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Compliance Areas for 2024 You Might Not Have Thought Of

PeopleStrategy

The end of the year brings a lot of final reports and loose ends to tie up. As an HR professional, you’re well-versed in working on multiple projects at once. But when it comes to maintaining compliance in a variety of areas, you need to be focused. There are some areas, though, that might not have crossed your mind yet. Let’s get into these areas that deserve another look before the new year starts: health savings accounts, overtime, retirement, remote employment, and the Affordable Care Act.

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The #1 Pay Transparency Priority for Employers

UpstartHR

“Pay transparency is here (or coming) depending on where you’re located and where you’re hiring people. It’s kind of like a snowball rolling down the hill getting bigger and bigger. It’s something to really stop and think about and prepare for now, because it’s not easy. I think the biggest thing around transparency is thinking about what your education plan is for your people.” Megan Nail, Vice President, Total Rewards Practice at NFP We’re Only H