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Dear ReWorker: Can I Reprimand Employees for Breaking Rules Not Mentioned in the Employee Manual?

Cornerstone On Demand

Dear ReWorker, My company has an Employee Manual stating company policies on vacation, sick time, tardiness, overtime, absences, conduct, appearance, drug testing, etc. We do not, however, spell out company policy regarding the day-to-day operation of our business. We would like to start issuing written warnings to employees that violate operational policies by being rude to customers, charging items to customers with bad credit, not returning items to vendors in a timely manner and breaking ot

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Autonomy: Empowering the Individual to do their Best Work - DecisionWise

DecisionWise

Autonomy is the power to shape your work and environment in ways that allow you to perform at your best. Some people feel stifled in their jobs. In fact, 34 percent of employees say they can’t speak up for fear of negative consequences. Autonomy doesn’t mean “no rules and free reign.” We all work under guidelines. But when we understand our parameters, and have the freedom to do our best work, we are more creative, innovative, passionate and, ultimately, more effective.

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3 Ways to Improve the Candidate Experience

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: This article is an excerpt from my new book, “ The Recruiter’s Handbook: A Complete Guide for Sourcing, Selecting, and Engaging the Best Talent “ (SHRM, 2018) SHRM members can order a discounted copy at the SHRMStore. Enjoy!). Organizations with a candidate experience strategy in place realize the work isn’t over. You’ll want to regularly audit your process to ensure it’s working the way you intended.

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Purchasing Time & Attendance Software for Tech Companies

nettime solutions

In the last decade, tech companies of all sizes have come to rely on cloud-based software to improve workflow, strengthen connections, and give employees new ways to sync up across locations and teams. What about a cloud-based solution for tracking schedules and logging time & attendance for tech companies? For some newer time & attendance software companies, the cloud has always been their home.

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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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Are you “True” to your game?

The Tim Sackett Project

There is a phrase that is often used in a number of contexts, the phrase is: “Stay true to the game” . I’ve always almost seen it used when talking about sports, and almost always in basketball. But I’ve seen it used across pop culture for decades. “The game” is that thing you do. Maybe it’s sales. Maybe it’s accounting.

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The 7 Skills You Need to Conduct an Effective Job Search

HR Bartender

At last year’s KronosWorks Conference, New York Times best-selling author and fellow Workforce Institute board member Dan Schawbel , talked about the latest workplace trends forecast based on his research. During his session, he made a comment that really stuck with me, “We’re living in a world of continuous job search.”. It’s so true. People today have lots of options when it comes to their careers.

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Getting Social Media Recruiting on the Right Track for Diversity

HR Daily Advisor

Recruiters may find themselves in a love-hate relationship with social media. Previously, we’ve addressed how it’s great for finding and attracting strong candidates, but it’s also possible to use social media to exclude candidates that might lead an employer to a more diverse workforce. Solutions to that conundrum do exist, though. The risk of using certain social media tools is highlighted in a December 2017 lawsuit that claims certain employers used Facebook to push job ads to young people wi

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Dear ReWorker: What Belongs In the Employee Handbook?

Cornerstone On Demand

Dear ReWorker, My company has an Employee Manual stating company policies on vacation, sick time, tardiness, overtime, absences, conduct, appearance, drug testing, etc. We do not, however, spell out company policy regarding the day-to-day operation of our business. We would like to start issuing written warnings to employees that violate operational policies by being rude to customers, charging items to customers with bad credit, not returning items to vendors in a timely manner and breaking ot

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How Leadership Can Reap Big Rewards By Creating A “Self-Care Culture”

15Five

We used to just call them “mental health days.” Those days when you just need to get some separation from the daily grind, refresh yourself, and do whatever it takes to get a break from multitasking and workplace tech. Of course, now we understand more clearly the link between employee happiness and outcomes like higher engagement, increased productivity, and business growth.

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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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New Hire Onboarding: Take a Pulse to Increase Employee Retention

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Readex Research , which provides expert survey services to help businesses understand their internal and external customers. Their services include employee experience surveys. Enjoy the post!). With unemployment levels at historic lows, it’s no wonder that employee retention is a priority.

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5 Reasons to Consider Implementing Flextime

ClearCompany HRM

Thanks to technology, it’s now easier than ever to connect with your friends, family and coworkers with nothing more than a mobile device and an internet connection. With less need for the amenities of a traditional office, comes less need for the traditional 9-5 work schedule. One survey of marketing and advertising executives found that 76% of companies offered some form of flexible work arrangement.

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Using HR and IT Collaboration to Improve Talent Management

Cornerstone On Demand

This piece originally appeared on the ATD blog. Human Resources and IT departments haven't historically been closely linked or aligned within an organization. But as technology continues its rapid evolution, this partnership will become more important than ever. Already, 33 percent of HR teams are using some form of artificial intelligence (AI) technology and 41 percent are building mobile apps to deliver HR solutions, according to Deloitte's 2017 Global Human Capital Trends report—IT teams

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Mindfulness at work: how 10 minutes can make employees more creative

HR Zone

Employees. 10 mins of mindfulness: making staff more creative.

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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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12 Tips for SHRM Annual Conference Attendees: #SHRM18

HR Bartender

For those of us in the human resources profession, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference is approaching. This year’s event will be held June 17-20, 2018 in Chicago. This is a must-go event for me. I’m really looking forward to the opportunity to see fellow bloggers that I interact with on Facebook and Twitter and people who I worked with as a SHRM volunteer.

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How Has HR Changed In The Last 10 Years? My Interview with Jack Altman from Lattice.

Josh Bersin

Read more» Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management.

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4 Ways to Attract More Female Applicants at Your Next Recruiting Session

Cornerstone On Demand

The lack of women in tech is a growing concern. An analysis of half a billion candidate profiles by Entelo found that only 18 percent of tech roles, including positions in engineering, data science and product are held by women in the U.S., and the statistics are even more bleak in the C-Suite—only 10 percent of tech leaders are female. But why is this happening?

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Visier Outsmart 2018: Full Agenda Now Available

Visier

Visier Outsmart is the people analytics and workforce planning event of the year. Taking place May 23-24, 2018 at the W Hotel San Francisco, Visier Outsmart 2018 is dedicated to your success as a data-driven leader. Hear from the industry’s brightest minds, learn how to inspire a data-driven culture, drive deep in an analytics showcase, and broaden your network.

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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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The Challenge of Empathy

The Aristocracy of HR

000000000000 Before I get to my story, a quote from a 2017 Forbes article titled: “How Empathetic Are You, Really?” On empathy, the author Liz Guthridge says: “Being empathetic is similar to cooking. You may know the recipe for how to prepare empathy. But until you actually use the recipe a few times, taste the […].

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What is Overtime Pay?

Justworks

When people think of overtime pay, they tend to think of it as wages paid for any work over 40 hours a week at one-and-a-half times the regular hourly wage. While that’s partially correct, it isn't the whole story. Looking for more guidance? Download our guide on How to Correctly Classify Your Workers today. What are the Federal Overtime Laws? Introduced in 1938, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law which regulates minimum wage, overtime, equal pay, recordkeeping, and.

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Office Hours: How to Become Your Own Career Advocate

Cornerstone On Demand

This post is part of our biweekly " Office Hours " video series, featuring quick career, workplace and leadership tips from talent management experts and business leaders across the globe. Rocking the boat at work by proactively asking for a promotion can be tough, especially when your job is secure, offers perks and lays out clear steps for career advancement.

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10 Takeaways from WorkHuman 2018

WorkHuman

By Lauren Brown. “The growth of this movement is palpable,” said Alice Carroll from OhioHealth about attending her second WorkHuman. She’s right. Since the first conference four years ago, attendance has grown by 500%. This is the beginning of a culture shift in HR that attendees are making happen – and the movement is moving fast. The last three days have been a torrent of emotions.

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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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Why Bosses Should Allow More Schedule Flexibility

Kazoo

A positive culture is the backbone of a vibrant and productive workplace, and a proper work-life balance helps to build it. There are many positive benefits of granting additional freedom to employees. From happier employees to a more relaxed atmosphere, to increased respect and trust. Below are some ways in which a liberated schedule flexibility will work in your favor: Productivity Increase Why .

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Blockchain and HR: why it can improve reward and recognition

HR Zone

Future. Blockchain and HR: improving reward & recognition.

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[Infographic] What Benefits Matter Most to Employees?

Hppy

People tend to stay in one place if they are comfortable at it and feel like they are being treated well. Employees, for example, could stay longer in a company if they are pleased with the benefits they receive. Benefits are a way to motivate employees and allow them to do other things that will help them grow and succeed in their careers. Providing good benefits to employees have its advantages such that if they are attracted to the benefits your business offers, they will most likely stay in

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4 Ways to Create a Mission-Based Culture Where Employees Will Thrive

Achievers

A company’s mission statement is the driving force behind its company culture. It’s what ignites passion and motivation in employees. At Achievers, our mission is simple: to change the way the world works. We aspire to do that by aligning everyone with business goals and company values, driven by recognizing shared victories every day. In short, we aim to make success a way of life.

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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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Why Bosses Should Allow More Schedule Flexibility

Kazoo

A positive culture is the backbone of a vibrant and productive workplace, and a proper work-life balance helps to build it. There are many positive benefits of granting additional freedom to employees. From happier employees to a more relaxed atmosphere, to increased respect and trust. Below are some ways in which a liberated schedule flexibility will work in your favor: Productivity Increase Why .

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Unique Ways to Recognize Your Employees in the Office

Reflektive

Recognition is one of the top drivers of motivation, but how successful is your current program? Hanging up a photo on an Employee of the Month wall or adding an employee’s name to a small plaque isn’t an effective way to recognize your top employees. Keep better track of your employees’ performance with HR technology solutions. Click To Tweet. After all the hard work and dedication that they’ve shown to earn recognition, your employees deserve an award or recognition program that’s equally uniq

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4 Millennial Myths that Should Not Impact Your Talent Strategy

Lighthouse

While there is a growing number of publications on generational differences, much is incorrect or misleading. Typically information falls into one of two categories: First, widely generalized statements that apply to anyone. Often these are a marketing exercise, like “Top 8 Tips for Managing Millennials in the Workplace.” Suggestions include tips like “explain the company vision” or “provide professional development,” neither of which are surprising or unique

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