Sat.Jan 06, 2018 - Fri.Jan 12, 2018

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Retail Worker Scheduling

nettime solutions

One essential part of a retail manager’s job is creating the employee schedule. You have to know what the store needs, have a sense of sales trends, and be able to anticipate shopping spikes, all while making sure to keep the wishes of your employees in mind. Is scheduling retail workers easy? It depends on who you ask, and what tools the manager is using.

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7 Programs to Inspire Employee Health

Namely

This year, over 62,776,640 people Googled “get healthy.” Doing so is part of a familiar nationwide declaration that this will finally be the year to lose those five pounds, cook every night, cut out sugar, exercise four times a week, the list goes on. But more often than not, life gets in the way of the commitment it takes to execute on these goals.

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Open Positions and Hiring Plans Expected to Increase in Q1 2018

HR Daily Advisor

Brilliant —a staffing and management resources firm specializing in accounting, finance, and information technology (IT)—has released its Q1 2018 Hiring Forecast. The data indicates an increase in open accounting, finance, and IT positions heading into the first quarter of 2018. Further, businesses are planning to increase their overall hiring plans in the next 12 months, especially for IT.

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Want a New Job in 2018? Here are 10 Things You Need to Know

HR Bartender

One of the comments I’m hearing from friends and colleagues is that 2018 is the year that they’re going to get a new job. Whether that’s applying for the promotion they’ve always wanted, transferring to a different department, or finding something outside the company. But what’s that old saying about looking for a job being a full-time job? Even if it’s not, there’s no denying that looking for new opportunities takes time.

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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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5 Keys to Better Collaboration in Healthcare

Precheck

5 Keys to Better Collaboration in Healthcare Jan. 8, 2018. Bryan-Barajas.jpg. Bryan Barajas Marketing Director. Collaboration is the key to better outcomes and a stronger workplace, but it can be hard to implement. There are several barriers to building collaboration in healthcare, but HR is in the perfect position to address them. Now is the time for healthcare HR leaders to improve collaboration among executives, managers, employees and departments.

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9 Ways IBM (and the rest of us) Should Be Reinventing Talent @IBMWatsonTalent

The Tim Sackett Project

Amber Grewal is the Head of Global TA for IBM. It’s a big job. She posted on LinkedIn recently and gave her 9 ways IBM is reinventing recruiting. It’s pretty good. I’m not sure she wrote it. My experience is with giant corporations rarely would they ever allow one person to post something so big on a social platform, but I’m sure she got her it’s her ideas with ‘corporate’ wordsmithing, either way, I liked it.

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5 Ways HR Can Leverage a Marketing Mindset for Real Results

HR Bartender

A couple of years ago, I listened to Blake Irving, CEO of GoDaddy, talk about the importance of having a single brand that customers, candidates, and employees can identify with. There’s definitely a business advantage to doing so, especially when you consider the resources needed to create and maintain a brand. While the message sounds simple, have one brand – it’s really not that easy to do.

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If this is the future of robotics, then count me in

cipHR

BBC2’s recent documentary ‘Six Robots & Us’ gives us a tantalising glimpse into how robots could change workplaces – for the better. The robots that most caught my attention during the festive period weren’t BB-8, C-3PO and R2-D2 in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, but Kaspar, Fabio, TutorBot and CareBot in BBC2’s two-part documentary Six Robots & Us.

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Oops! I Hired The Wrong Person, Again

ClearCompany HRM

Oops, you did it again. You know what I’m talking about. You made the wrong choice and hired the wrong person. The new hire is flailing, your hiring manager is frustrated, HR is trying to ensure they stay long enough to not be a total loss and the CFO is wondering if he can take the recruitment costs and lost productivity out of your budget. Hiring is much harder than it looks.

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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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“I Can’t Wait For The Next Annual Performance Evaluation”, Said No Employee Or Manager Ever!

15Five

Have you just completed the latest round of annual performance evaluations? Or are you gearing up for the next time you have to be reviewed/review others? Word on the street is that employee performance reviews are a thing of the past. But they’re not really dead for most organizations, because reviews are not devoid of all merit. Progressive companies are fitting reviews into continuous performance management philosophies that includes regular communication, employee feedback, and a process to

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Employee Experience: Make it Easy to Buy, Use, and Share – Friday Distraction

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. The Workforce Institute at Kronos released their top trends that will impact the global workforce in 2018. It’s worth checking out. Enjoy the article!). I must admit that I was a late adopter to the Lyft and/or Uber phenomena.

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4 Steps to Aligning Employee Expectations With Organizational Goals

Cornerstone On Demand

I can't tell you how many times I've heard HR professionals tell me, "I went into HR because I'm a people person." It makes sense, since one of the roles that HR professionals play is advocating for employees. But it's not their only role—it's also up to HR teams to advocate for organizations. This doesn't mean that the best interests of the two sides are not mutually exclusive.

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2018: It’s Time to Elevate Performance Reviews From Pain Points to Opportunities

Reflektive

According to Deloitte, the shift from “jobs to work” is just one reason companies like Cisco, GE, IMB, and Atlassian are shifting from annual reviews to real-time feedback. It’s no secret that annual reviews are problematic : de-motivating, time-consuming, and plagued by bias. 95 percent of managers are dissatisfied with their organization's performance management system.

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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 Much is Poor Attendance Tracking Costing You Today?

nettime solutions

Many small businesses manually track time and attendance, and others rely on outdated technology. It’s natural to think employees wouldn’t take advantage of loopholes in the system, but the statistics tell a different story. For instance, did you know that 43 percent of employees admit to having committed time theft? Put your time-theft knowledge to the test now.

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Affordable Care Act (#ACA): Don’t Forget Your 2017 Requirements!

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at ComplyRight , providers of practical, affordable products and services that help employers of all sizes streamline essential tasks and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Be sure to check out their knowledge center for free information and resources. Enjoy the article!).

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Resolutions Every Manager Should Make for 2018

Cornerstone On Demand

This article was originally published under Jeff Miller's column “The Science of Workplace Motivation" on Inc.com. I normally don't like the idea of New Year's resolutions because setting or modifying goals shouldn't be something that happens once a year—it should be an ongoing, iterative effort. In fact, treating resolutions like one-and-done projects is probably why 80 percent of them fail by February.

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How Does A Caring Culture Make You Wildly Successful?

Hppy

Organizations struggle with how to be successful. They craft a strategically brilliant plan that would make the pundits proud. It’s replete with industry and competitive analysis, internal strengths, weaknesses and a set of objectives that are time bound with accountabilities assigned. Then they launch their plan but are disappointed in the results they achieve; they are unable to deliver the results they expect.

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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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Winning the hearts and minds of millennials: 3 guiding principles for managers

HR Zone

Employees. 3 guiding principles for managing millennials.

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5 Talent Data Trends to Watch in 2018

Visier

By 2025, the global datasphere will be ten times greater than what it was in 2016 , according to IDC. 60% of this data will be generated — not by consumers — but by enterprises. Indeed, businesses are awash in data, and workforce data in particular as organizations have moved to digitize the entire employee lifecycle — from sourcing to offboarding.

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Your Most Pressing Questions About Microlearning Answered

Cornerstone On Demand

A few months ago, we held a lively discussion with content experts from TED, Grovo, PowerForward and CyberU about how companies can adapt their learning content strategies to meet business and talent needs. There were so many excellent questions that came up that we decided to answer them here. Find answers to your most pressing questions about microlearning here.

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Improve Your Mental Health at Work With These 6 Midday Break Ideas

Justworks

Everyone deals with stress and anxiety to some degree in their working lives. Not only do these feelings impact our productivity at work, they negatively impact our overall health and wellbeing. We all know stress is bad, but coping with stress can often seem daunting. Dealing with stress and anxiety is easier to do in small ways, knowing that forming small good habits can add up to have a big positive impact.

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HR’s Complete 2025 Calendar of Important Dates

HR leaders can use this calendar from Paycor to track important HR and payroll tax dates. The 2025 calendar includes: Tax filing dates Federal reporting deadlines Bank holidays Links to relevant tax forms …and more! Get your 2025 HR calendar today!

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[Infographic] Managing Work-Related Stress

Hppy

Are you stressed out? Everyone feels stress in one way or another, yet some people are better equipped to handle the pressure of a high-stress environment. If your career path is particularly stressful than you must find a way to manage this stress effectively if you plan to thrive in your position. Work-related stress can extend beyond the job and interfere with your personal life.

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Why HR Technology Needs to Integrate With Existing Behaviors

Reflektive

The best HR software understands users in their context and is designed to fit into their daily lives. Whether that’s embedding solutions that work with their current tools, or onboarding users to them discover new product features, the key is to create enjoyable, easy-to-use experiences. This ensures HR leaders get the most value from product solutions. .

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Cartoon Coffee Break | Project Support

Cornerstone On Demand

Editor's Note: This post is part of our " Cartoon Coffee Break " series. While we take talent management seriously, we also know it's important to have a good laugh. Check back every two weeks for a new ReWork cartoon.

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What is an EAP? How You Can Improve Employee Mental Health at Work

Justworks

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 48.3 million adults in the U.S. will experience mental illness in a given year. Based on that statistic, mental health issues are likely to touch you or someone you know. As an employer who cares about your employees’ mental health and wellbeing, you may want to consider offering access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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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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Recruiting Research: 3 Key Points in 3 Minutes [Video]

Lighthouse

Recently we at Lighthouse have published two separate pieces focusing on some groundbreaking video recruiting research we performed. Those items can be accessed below, but we also wanted to take it a step further and explore the concepts from the research in video format. The interview below is just three minutes long and is the first of three conversations focusing on how employers can make better use of video in attracting and engaging candidates for their open positions.

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360-Degree Feedback Pros and Cons

Reflektive

360-degree feedback is being used by more organizations as part of their performance appraisal process. While there are many advantages to the 360-degree process, there are also certain disadvantages. SEE ALSO: Why HR Is Obsessed With Employee Performance Check-Ins. The Pros. One of the biggest appeals to 360-degree feedback is that the employee gets more accurate, well-rounded feedback from a group than from their manager alone.

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Can’t Escape a Funk? Breathe in to It.

CONCERN: EAP

From the CONCERN: EAP Resilience LibraryBeing in a low mood every now and then is a normal part of life’s ebb and flow, and, can even help us to adapt and build resilience. However, if you experience frequent or extended low moods accompanied by negative or self-defeating thoughts, you may be stuck in a rumination loop.Rumination loops happen when uncomfortable emotions or self-judgment replay in our heads to the point that we get drawn further into a bad mood instead of letting it naturally pas