Sat.Dec 27, 2014 - Fri.Jan 02, 2015
Tips for Wrapping Up the Year
The People Equation
DECEMBER 29, 2014
Are you working this week? If you have an office job, most likely it’s going to be fairly quiet in the office because many of your colleagues are on vacation. That makes it a perfect time to finish those things you never seem to get around to doing—like filing your expense reports or cleaning off your desktop. They had some great ideas and agreed to share them with you. The “Not to Do” List.
The 4 Leadership Issues You Can’t Ignore Anymore
ClearCompany HRM
DECEMBER 31, 2014
Bad bosses take the blame for a lot of what goes wrong in the workplace. Low engagement rates, high turnover, employee dissatisfaction and even poor employer branding will often get placed squarely on the shoulders of supervisors. constant passing of the buck, and probably some not so fair statistics have lead to the idea that a bad boss epidemic is at the core of business issues.
It Just Shouldn’t Be This Difficult! – Eliminating Barriers to Recognition
RecognizeThis!
DECEMBER 29, 2014
by Brenda Pohlman. Recognize This! — Sharing appreciation and gratitude for others should be simple to encourage frequent, timely praise and recognition. When was the last time you used a fax machine? recently had the pleasure (ahem) of being re-acquainted with this office equipment fixture of old while trying to execute a recognition moment of sorts. It should’ve been soooo easy. via fax.
Top 10 Time and Attendance Posts of 2014
nettime solutions
DECEMBER 30, 2014
I''m one of those people who loves reflecting on the past year and then setting new goals and expectations for the year ahead. You know the ones. I''m the friend who always produces a highlight video with pictures and footage from the last 12 months, set to tear-jerker music that makes you wish you could rewind the months and live every delicious moment one more time. And away we go. devices?
Skill based learning – How it drives an organization’s performance
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Fresh Eyes On Your Hiring Process
ExactHire HR Trends
DECEMBER 30, 2014
How is your hiring process? Does it get the job done? Could it be better? Several months ago, new owners took possession of our office complex. Since then, parking lots were re-surfaced, carpeting was replaced, signage was updated, entry foyers were completely remodeled, and many other improvements were made. It got the job done. And now, it is indeed markedly better.
How to Spot and Stop Workplace Bullies
Insperity
DECEMBER 29, 2014
What image comes to mind when you hear the words “workplace bully?” ” A ranting lunatic who yells and stomps and is king of the insults? Or, is it someone who subtly circumvents your work while smiling to your face? Well, it can be both. Either way, they’re toxic employees who inflict harm on your staff and company. Types of workplace bullies. 1. The blatant bully.
Why Your Best Performers Usually Make the Worst Leaders
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 29, 2014
Editor’s Note : It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. Our regular content will return on Jan. 5, 2015. . We all make this mistake, and we’ll continue to make this mistake. Then, they fail and become a lousy performer. more…).
Everything You Need to Know About 2015 in Tech
Dice
JANUARY 2, 2015
Tech pros know how important it is to keep their existing skills fresh, and to keep learning new ones. In 2014, the rise of new technologies (such as Apple’s Swift ) as well as the growth in popularity of existing technologies ( Bootstrap , Angular ) made that job a little tough at moments. So what do you need to know in 2015? Web & JavaScript. Rails & Ruby. Upload your resume. Back End .
Leaving performance reviews behind: Where to start [Guide]
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Is your company ready to move beyond the annual performance review? Where do you start? What are the keys to success? In this guide, you’ll gain an understanding of: the forces driving change, three foundations of success and take a deep dive into the skills gap many managers have that will sink your efforts before they start and how to address them.
Better Leadership in 2015 (And Beyond): 9 Essentials
QAspire
DECEMBER 31, 2014
Year 2015 is knocking the door. A few hours later, fireworks in the sky will mark the beginning of another new year. Last few days of a year often pulls us into a retrospective mood and we tend to look back and look forward at the same time. As I write this, I am thinking about leadership. Our world of work is constantly changing at a rate that is almost unnerving. Stability is a myth.
Is Corporate Talent Management Dead?
Josh Bersin
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Over the last few months I’ve been looking through the last ten years of our research and realized that the whole world of corporate talent management has changed. In this somewhat long article. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management. Business Trends HR Systems Talent Management
Motivating People: It Takes the Four Roots of Engagement
TLNT: The Business of HR
JANUARY 1, 2015
Editor’s Note : It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. Our regular content will return Monday. Hau’oli Makahiki Hou ! Haven’t we talked about employee engagement enough ? Despite the amount of time, energy and effort that organizations around the globe are investing in helping engage people in work, things aren’t improving much. more…).
Boston IT Hiring Looks Strong Across Most Sectors
Dice
DECEMBER 30, 2014
What’s New This Quarter. As 2015 begins, Boston is prospering across a wide range of industry sectors, and demand is high for the IT experts who will keep that growth going. Financial services are one of the largest industries in Boston, and we’re seeing a couple of main growth areas,” said Darrin Lang, CEO of Boston-based Labur, a staffing consultancy. But it’s not just finance. New Balance.
Innovation Buster: How Losing Your Best Employees is Killing Innovation
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Employees at the front lines often have better ideas for innovation than others within the business, but when they walk out the door, they take those ideas with them. Want to innovate better and faster than the competition? You need to hold onto your best employees and the ideas they have. In this session we will explore how various pieces of the talent life cycle are related to retention and examine more than 20 strategies and ideas for improving retention outcomes for your business.
5 Key Recruitment Trends For 2015
TalentCulture
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Widening gaps between demand and supply of skilled workers mean that recruitment will see a more competitive hiring and spending environment in 2015. In the coming year, 69% of recruiters expect to see competition increase. In the face of more challenging recruitment, what trends do recruiters need to keep up with to ensure successful sourcing and hiring in 2015? Increased Focus on Quality of Hire.
Change Management Checklist: Top 10 Things to Consider
WalkMe Change
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Your Change Management Checklist. The systematic approach of implementing change is known as change management — whether it’s on an organizational or individual level. This term has 3 aspects tied to it, and they include adapting to the new order of doing things, controlling and effecting change altogether. Therefore, a proactive approach to change management may consist of these 3 elements. At the end of the day, positive results can be seen if you follow a change management checklist. 1. Become an Agent of Change. Don’t Handover Your Managerial Power. The Environment.
Are Millennial Employees Truly Different, or Just Younger?
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 29, 2014
Editor’s Note : It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. But are Millennials truly different, or are they just younger? more…). Best of TLNT Company culture Generational issues HR communications HR management HR trends Management
Jump-Start Your Tech Job Search in 2015
Dice
DECEMBER 31, 2014
It’s a brand new year, and by all indications the economy’s doing pretty well, which means that a lot of people will begin looking for a new, possibly better job. If you’re one of those job seekers, here are some tips for jump-starting your search: Polish That Resume. Be sure to include a matching cover letter , too. Update Your Image. Set Some Goals. Research What Your Skills Will Earn You.
2016 Training Program Best Practices
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Can you hear the collective groan when you launch that new compliance course? Do you get complaints both public and private from trainees about the uselessness of the training courses you've launched? Is there anything that can be done about it?
Human Resources Year-End Checklist
ADP
DECEMBER 29, 2014
For HR practitioners it will indeed be a busy year-end! Provided is a check-list of key business initiatives that employers, and their Human Resource personnel, should commit to now in order to ensure compliance in the coming year. Human Capital Management Human Resources Payroll Tax & Compliance 941 notices Forms W2 FUTA HR SS tax compliance Year End Checklist
Preparing for Risks; Terrorism, Kidnapping and Other Security Issues
New to HR
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Many international companies, such as Delta Airlines, Pacific Gas & Electric and Chrysler have gone bankrupt in recent years, making risk management one of the most talked about aspects off many industries. Being able to effectively manage risk should be as significant as growing profits and handling customer relationships. For multinational companies, this is especially true. Terrorism.
Five Critical Priorities HR Can’t Afford to Ignore in 2015
TLNT: The Business of HR
JANUARY 2, 2015
Editor’s Note : It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. 5. Our regular content will return on Monday. How employees get their work done has changed remarkably quickly; unsurprisingly HR needs to change, too. Anyone who works in a global company doesn’t need to be told that their job has changed enormously in the past few years. more…).
Daily Tip: Erase These Terms From Your Resume
Dice
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Everybody knows you need to include strong verbs in your resume , in order to best convey your skills and knowledge. If any of the following words make an appearance in your resume, consider eliminating them entirely, or replacing them with a term that describes your skills with greater specificity: 1. Capable. 2. Competent. 3. Creative. 4. Details Focused. 5. Effectual. 6. Energetic. 7. Motivated.
Ditching the formal performance review? Kineo shares 3 Elements for Success
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Good Enough.Sucks
NoExcusesHR
DECEMBER 29, 2014
There is an odd reality to leadership. We talk about being world-class and using best practices and benchmarks to build our organizations to a level that should differentiate us from our competition. Over time, the bureaucratic hassles and endless transactional work seems to creep into our worlds like an insidious disease. Being good enough " suddenly " is acceptable. The answer? Hell, no!
A Better New Year’s Resolution
Trust Matters
DECEMBER 31, 2014
It’s that time of year again. Resolutions come in full swing and we all start to assess how we can improve on the last year. It just so happens that I wrote a pretty good blog post at this time eight years ago, and I haven’t improved on it yet. Here it is again. Happy New Year! —————–. My unscientific sampling says many people make New Years resolutions, but few follow through. Net result—unhappiness. It doesn’t have to be that way. You could, of course, just try harder, stiffen your resolve, etc. But you’ve been there, tried that. Avoid goal-failure by eliminating goal-setting.
Here’s Why So Many Good Employees Are Looking to Leave This Year
TLNT: The Business of HR
JANUARY 2, 2015
Editor’s Note : It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. 4. Our regular content will return on Monday. According to a recent study by CareerBuilder , 1 out of every 5 workers is planning to leave their job in 2014. That’s a lot of disengaged employees. After digging into the data, you find it’s not because these workers want a higher salary.
See For Yourself: Be Experimental with Employee Engagement in 2015
David Zinger
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Experiment with Employee Engagement in 2015. Reading time: 2 minutes and 18 seconds. encourage you to make 2015 a year of experimentation for employee engagement. Help your leaders, managers, and employees become more scientific in their adoption and work with engaging approaches. Let’s move from the dated and proverbial best case to test case.
HR's Critical Role in Creating Productive and Meaningful Workplaces
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Today’s workplace is characterized by chaotic forces—low employee engagement and productivity levels, and declining employee well being. HR Leaders have a critical role in defining the vision and strategy to transform and create a more productive and happy workplace.
The Real #FF !!
Everyday People
DECEMBER 29, 2014
As 2014 draws to a close, we take time to reflect on what was and what will possibly be for the coming year. For those of you who are active on Twitter, there has been a hashtag called #FF which stands for “Follow Friday.” ” It’s where people recommend others that are on Twitter for you to consider following. This isn’t specifically a post about Social Media though.
Talent Acquisition 2014: A Look Back and Ahead
Talent Acquisition Today
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Talent acquisition is the most complex area of human capital management, yet many companies lack the necessary resources, tools and capabilities to build a results-driven program. Instead, they continue to rely on outdated processes and technology. In fact, only 8% of companies have an optimized talent acquisition strategy. KPIs of High-Performing Onboarding. Online job boards brought us an in?ux
5 Hard Truths About Leadership That You Never Stop Learning
TLNT: The Business of HR
JANUARY 1, 2015
Editor’s Note : It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. Our regular content will return on Monday. Happy 2015! As an Organizational Development and Leadership practitioner, I often find myself having conversations about leadership – what it is and what it isn’t – and how to be a good leader. It’s time for some truths. more…).





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