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Employee Well-Being Dips to Pre-Pandemic Levels; Black, Female, and Young Employees Suffer Most

Great Place to Work

Well-Being in the U.S. has steadily declined since 2020, with certain groups disproportionately affected, according to a new well-being report from Johns Hopkins University and Great Place To Work. Employee well-being took center stage during the pandemic as people juggled working from home, long hours, layoffs, and the stress of a never-ending crisis.

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5 questions: What HR leaders can do before, during and after disasters

HRExecutive

Natural disasters, from hurricanes to tornadoes to mudslides and wildfires, are part of workers’ lives, and HR leaders play a big part in helping employees prepare for and recover from these disasters. - Advertisement - But what should HR leaders do as disasters—like the recent Hurricane Helene or the upcoming Hurricane Milton —either loom or have occurred?

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Making Peace with Gen Z and their Quest for a Work-Life Balance

HR Digest

Leaving the restrictive shackles of hustle culture behind, Gen Z workers are choosing to take the time they need for their personal well-being, regardless of whether they have permission to do it. If there is one thing this generation of workers understands, it’s carving out their own approach to a problem. According to a recent survey on workplace culture, Gen Z workers are more likely to turn to the “quiet vacationing” trend and take some unofficial time off for their mental well-being c

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8 ways HR expertise helps facilitate business growth

Insperity

Change is an inevitable part of doing business. Among these changes that businesses undoubtedly will encounter at some point is the need to efficiently and quickly scale up. On one hand, this is a great position to be in. It usually means things are going well in that the market is favorable, your product or service is proven, customers are happy and demand is high!

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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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What is Recruitment and Talent Acquisition? Tips and FAQs

Extensis

The heart of every organization is its people. Finding and hiring the right talent is essential for businesses to create innovative offerings, foster a strong company culture, and ultimately improve their bottom line. This guide defines recruitment and talent acquisition—and the difference between the two. It also provides an overview of the recruitment process, key recruiting best practices, hiring law considerations, current talent acquisition trends, and more.

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How to Use Benefits to Stand Out to Top Talent

Best Money Moves

How to use benefits to stand out to top talent. Companies need a competitive benefits package to attract and retain top talent. Here are the standout benefits your employees are looking for. Offering a good salary isn’t enough to attract cream of the crop employees — top talent want an employer that’s invested in their development and wellbeing, both professionally and personally.

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AI Revolution in HR Tech: What Josh Bersin’s 2025 Report Means for the Industry

marenated HR

The recently released HR Tech 2025 report by Josh Bersin, AI Redefines the Landscape , paints a vivid picture of a rapidly evolving industry. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to permeate every aspect of human resources, it’s clear that we’re on the cusp of a transformative era in HR technology. Let’s dive into the key takeaways from this report and explore what they mean for the HR Tech market.

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An insider look at how PUMA North America navigates HR tech innovation

HRExecutive

It might seem like everyone is talking about new technology , but in some of the most specialized corners of the HR field, staying on top of innovation is second nature. - Advertisement - Tiffany Paquette is one of these pros. As director of people technology & operations at PUMA North America , she knows how data-driven decisions and innovative technologies are reshaping HR practices.

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Fuel Your OKR Engine: From Inputs to Impact – A Journey Powered by Activities, Outputs, and Outcomes

Synergita

The success of any organization—whether a fast-growing startup or a global enterprise—hinges on setting the right goals and aligning them with measurable outcomes. The OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework is increasingly becoming the go-to method for forward-thinking businesses to drive focus, alignment, and results. But many C-suite executives and HR leaders struggle with the nuances of defining OKRs effectively.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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The Supreme Court adds reverse discrimination case to its next session

HR Brew

The Supreme Court could shift the necessary standards for consideration of workplace discrimination lawsuits in the upcoming term, which could impact future discrimination cases. On Oct 4., the Supreme Court announced that it would review a workplace discrimination case in Ohio. Marlean Ames, a straight woman, sued the Ohio Department of Youth Services, her employer of 20 years, under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, claiming she was denied promotions and demoted because of her sexual

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Reshaping Strategic Workforce Planning in HR

Talentia

Reshaping Strategic Workforce Planning in HR October 10, 2024 Home Now more than ever, companies are expected to grow responsibly, within economic resource constraints and with a focus on creating fair, transparent and attractive work environments. Strategic workforce planning enables HR to take a proactive approach to talent management , aligning your organization with business goals and ensuring your long-term success.

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Recruiter productivity: Driving efficiency through AI and automation

Bullhorn Blog

This post was contributed by Bullhorn Marketplace partner Ringover. The recruitment landscape has become increasingly competitive and complex, as need and demands shift in the wake of the COVID-era surge. Having an edge is all-important when it comes to meeting the needs and expectations of both candidates and clients, and improving efficiency enough to make a difference for your bottom line.

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The Benefits of Cloud-Based HRIS Software for Australian Companies

EmployeeConnect

Australian companies are increasingly turning to cloud-based solutions to improve efficiency and stay competitive. One area where this shift is particularly noticeable is in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Cloud-based HRIS software offers a transformative approach to managing HR tasks, enabling businesses to streamline their operations, cut costs, and enhance employee engagement.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.

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What HR needs to know about the ‘Great Detachment’

HR Brew

Yet another workforce buzzword has entered the chat. The “Great Detachment” is how experts are describing the growing number of employees feeling disconnected from their job. Half of employees (51%) are actively seeking a new job or eyeing job boards, according to a recent Gallup report , the highest number since 2015. And the amount of workers looking for a job in a one-month period rose to 28% in July, Axios reported , up 10% year over year.

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Lead with trust, not employee monitoring, for a more engaged workforce

HRExecutive

In the wake of workplace trends like “quiet vacationing” and “mouse jiggling,” some organizations have turned to employee monitoring systems in an attempt to maintain productivity and ensure accountability. - Advertisement - However, it’s having the opposite effect — 40% of U.S. professionals said their employer monitoring their work devices makes them feel less productive.

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How Employee Benefits Can Boost Recruiting, Retention, and Reputation

Netchex HR Blog

KEY TAKEAWAYS: A company’s employee benefits package is a key factor in attracting and retaining top talent When building out your benefits plan, focus on the things employees want most, including health and wellness, work-life balance, and development HR software helps make employee benefit administration easy to access and manage In today’s job market, employers need to put significant effort into attracting the best and brightest talent.

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HR Software Australia: Integrating Payroll, Performance Management, and Recruitment

EmployeeConnect

Managing Human Resources (HR) effectively is a critical component for any business, and in Australia, where regulatory requirements are strict, efficiency in HR management is crucial. Australian businesses, from small enterprises to large corporations, face daily challenges related to payroll, recruitment, and performance management. To meet these challenges, many businesses are turning to HR software that integrates these essential functions into one seamless platform.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Walgreens will match 401(k) contributions to student loan payments in 2025

HR Brew

Walgreens plans to roll out a student loan 401(k) match program, the company announced Oct. 2. The pharmacy chain is the latest organization to take advantage of a new federal provision that allows employers to contribute to workers’ retirement accounts based on payments they make toward their student debt. Under the new benefit, which will be available to eligible employees starting in January 2025, Walgreens will contribute up to 4% of workers’ eligible compensation to their 401(k) accounts wh

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Best Practices for Effective Employee Vacation Policies

StarGarden

It's essential to make sure your employee vacation policy describes how vacation accrues, when and howvacation time may be taken, and how disputes over peak days like holidays or school breaks will be

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As paid leave trends change, leaders are facing new complexities

HRExecutive

As paid leave offerings become more robust, HR and benefits leaders are facing new challenges when it comes to administering such benefits. - Advertisement - In a survey of 630 U.S. business leaders, Mercer , a business of Marsh, found that compliance with state and local leave mandates and improving leave administration are employers’ top two priorities when it comes to absence and disability management.

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How To Create a Strong HR Generalist Resume [Examples + Templates]

AIHR

Are you an HR Generalist looking to craft a strong, compelling resume that helps you land the job of your dreams? You’ve got the right mix of education, knowledge, skills, and experience to excel in this role, but how do you convey that to a recruiter or employer who has to sift through hundreds of similar resumes and decide who to interview and who to pass on?

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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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On-demand expert advice coming to an HR department near you

HR Brew

While Galileo Galilei may have discovered that the Earth actually revolves around the Sun, with the help of an AI assistant named in his honor, HR pros can now leverage the entire universe of Josh Bersin Company resources and other HR insights on demand. First launched for enterprise clients last year, the Josh Bersin Company’s AI assistant Galileo is now available (for $39 a month) to anyone in the people business.

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Recognition: The “R” of RESPECT

Engage2Excel

Why employee recognition matters and how to effectively deliver it. In my two previous columns ( Creating a Great Employee Experience and Why RESPECT Matters ), I introduced the RESPECT taxonomy of what employees most want from their employer and shared research revealing the customer loyalty and financial gains to organizations for delivering RESPECT (Recognition, Exciting Work, Security, Pay, Education and Career Growth, Conditions, and Truth).

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How Workday’s HR team resolved a flexibility dilemma

HRExecutive

The HR team at Workday, like many companies post-pandemic, has been working to offer employees flexibility in their work location while also meeting the organization’s business needs. - Advertisement - However, despite its flexible work model that it rolled out in early 2021 — in which employees spend half of their time in the office or at a customer or partner site—employees still wanted more flexibility, says Ashley Goldsmith, chief people officer at Workday.

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Recruiter productivity: Driving efficiency through AI and automation

Bullhorn Blog

This post was contributed by Bullhorn Marketplace partner Ringover. The recruitment landscape has become increasingly competitive and complex, as need and demands shift in the wake of the COVID-era surge. Having an edge is all-important when it comes to meeting the needs and expectations of both candidates and clients, and improving efficiency enough to make a difference for your bottom line.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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Constantly explaining what HR pros do?

HR Brew

When you tell friends and family that you work in HR, do they ever ask, “Why?” or, “What do you do?” If so, you’re not alone. Just ask Juicy. In the Pulitzer-winning play Fat Ham , a modern rendition of Hamlet , Juicy is pursuing an online degree in HR—and his family doesn’t seem to understand why. Juicy, who is Black and queer, faces constant questions throughout the play about his sexuality and his career choice.

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Hours Worked, Not ‘Full-Time’ Label Key to Managing Benefits

HRWatchdog

What is the minimum number of hours an employee needs to work to be considered full-time? California and federal law generally do not categorize the working hours of employees as either full-time or part-time. Such designations typically are made by the employer for benefits that are within the discretion of the employer to provide. Although the U.S.

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Can tech boost DEIB? See why this diversity strategist says it can

HRExecutive

Diversity strategist and consultant Torin Ellis noted that while some organizations appear to be scaling back DEIB initiatives, those committed to it view it as integral to their identity. - Advertisement - “Given the work that I do in diversity and inclusion in this political climate, in this social atmosphere, it is a very charged climate right now,” said Ellis.

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