Sat.Nov 21, 2020 - Fri.Nov 27, 2020

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How to Plan for an Effective Team-Building Activity

Hppy

Improving rapport among employees is a crucial component of any organization. After all, the workforce is made up of individuals with unique personalities and attitudes. There will always be room for misunderstanding, unhealthy competition, and divisiveness that affects the productivity of the entire enterprise. Encouraging your employees to build bridges and form healthy professional relationships is part and parcel of managing a successful business.

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12 Ways to Support Your Employees’ Emotional and Mental Health

Terryberry

How can we create an experience that is good for people’s emotional and mental health? Unfortunately, most efforts to address emotional and mental health in the workplace are focused on symptoms of stress. But this is akin to passing cold towels to someone overheating on the treadmill whilst forcing them to run. It might be a light relief but it’s not really solving the problem!

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5 Ways to Integrate Coaching into Your Managing Style

TinyPulse

Coaching is crucial to keeping today's employees engaged and productive. With the fast pace of today's workplace, employees need to keep current with the new skills needed to thrive in their jobs.

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National call on staffing agencies to launch IR35 education exercise for the construction sector

Etz

According to a survey of more than 200 construction businesses, over a quarter (26%) report being unaware of the upcoming IR35 changes and their consequences. Recruitment agencies are now called to launch a major education IR35 campaign for the construction industry to create a smooth transition come April 2021, when the new legislation comes into effect.

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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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Easy Ways to Improve Your Healthcare Recruiting Process

Hireology

“Do more with less…” This little phrase has permeated itself throughout the business world for decades. When I first heard this phrase our country was in the throes of the 2008 / 2009 financial crisis and things looked very bleak for our country. Businesses were shuttering their doors or reducing headcounts across every single industry. However, there was still a job to do for those fortunate enough to have remained employed, and we were all expected to dig deep and figure out a way to get mo

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Temp to Permanent: How to Turn a Contract Job Into a Full-Time Gig

GetFive

During the course of a year, U.S. staffing companies hire nearly 16 million temporary and contract employees, according to the American Staffing Association. This massive number doesn’t include workers contracted directly with a company instead of via a staffing service. Bottom line: A lot of Americans are working as temps. Companies use contract workers for a number of reasons.

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How To Politely Reject An Applicant For A Job

HR Digest

Hiring for any position is a demanding task. And after going through the rigamarole of weeding out the right candidate for the interview and then zeroing on the right choice, you have to sometimes inform people that they did not make the cut. . Many managers and hiring professionals do not deign to even inform about the rejection, leaving the candidates in the dark.

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People Behind Visier: Anton Smessaert

Visier

Name: Anton Smessaert. Title: Head of Data Science. Residence: Vancouver, BC. Hometown: Berlin, Germany. Before Visier, Anton started his career in academia and switched to the private sector with the goal to bring sophisticated analysis techniques into the business world. He stumbled across Visier about five years ago and he was interested in the idea of people data because it wasn’t just about optimizing processes for revenue flow—it was about creating a direct impact that helped people.

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How to Make Gratitude in the Workplace an Everyday Practice

15Five

When times get tough (e.g. 2020), dwelling on challenges can often exacerbate those struggles–especially at work. Negativity doesn’t just impact company morale, it directly affects engagement and productivity levels. However, when leaders intentionally spread gratitude in the workplace, they can help their teams, both in-person and remote, bounce back from hard times, keep relationships intact, and maintain motivation.

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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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Bridging the Distance

Engage2Excel

The relationship between managers and their direct reports has undergone severe stress testing during the COVID-19 crisis. Unfortunately, according to a Career Builder survey, 58% of managers have never received training in people management. In turn, HR leaders should not expect that managers are well equipped to support remote employees. So, what do managers need to do differently to engage remote workers?

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Webinar: Employee Engagement Best Practices for 2021

DecisionWise

Date: Thursday, December 10, 2021. Time: 1:00pm Eastern / 10:00 am Pacific. Presenters: David Long, VP of Assessment, DecisionWise. Cost: Complimentary, with free registration. One question to consider as you think about whether to put effort and investment into employee engagement: “Is engagement worth the effort and investment we put into it?

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25 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in Your Remote Workplace

Kazoo

So, your 2020 office holiday celebrations are going to look… a little different this year. But that doesn’t mean they should be any less rewarding! Here are some fun ways to celebrate the holidays with your remote team while working from home. . 1. Zoom caroling. Buddy the Elf put it best: The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear!

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Six checks to ensure your compensation and rewards are fair

HR Zone

Employees Six ways to check your rewards are fair.

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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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Managers as Coaches: How To Get Started

Achievers

What’s the most important attribute of a good manager? You’d probably say that a manager’s value to the company is based on their ability to elicit the best possible performance from employees. The manager is responsible for motivating their team to achieve their highest potential. When you think about it, the role of a coach can be defined in the exact same way.

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The hidden cost of power differential in the workplace

Hppy

“ The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. ”. – George Bernard Shaw – One of the main characteristics of intercultural communication is that it does usually take place among “ strangers “: people born and raised in different environments, accustomed to often divergent sets of values and beliefs which every party considers to be the norm.

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Workforce Development Best Practices in Providing Virtual Services to Jobseekers

EDSI

The COVID-19 pandemic has made digital tools, software and online resources even more critical in providing virtual services in the workforce system. AJCs are providing more flexibility in offering program services by using online and virtual options for education and training for various workforce programs. This blog offers an in-depth look at the tools needed to provide innovative services to customers: virtual services best practices, jobseeker top tech tools and innovative program design ele

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How to make the business case for internal mobility

HR Zone

People The business case for internal mobility.

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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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Averbook: Here’s why every HR leader needs a digital mandate for 2021

HRExecutive

If 2020 was the year of creation (which I think it was), 2021 will be a year of rebirth. This year was indelibly marked by a global pandemic, an increased focus on social justice , soaring unemployment, social distancing and a complete upheaval of work, workers and business. With perspective, you might look at all of these as activation levers. Called upon to (re)act, we created new work models and social routines, we found new ways to learn and educate, we embraced digital transformation and th

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Grateful

Everyday People

I’m geeked about this week because one of my favorite holidays is happening – Thanksgiving !! I love intentionally taking time to pause, reflect and give thanks for life in general. Yes, it has its ups and downs and difficulties. However, I am grateful for every aspect of life. It’s not some false pretense or posturing. It’s how I choose to face each day – grateful.

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The Most Important Parts of a Resume—Explained

The Muse

What resume components are essential, which parts are optional, and what you should never include. Plus examples of what goes in each section.

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Five tips for motivating employees and celebrating the festive season in 2020

HR Zone

Culture Five festive HR tips for 2020.

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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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These are HR’s priorities for 2021

HRExecutive

With the COVID-19 pandemic showing no signs of abating any time soon, new research finds that HR professionals are most concerned about ensuring their workforce has the skills to succeed in the new world of work. In its HR Priorities Survey, Gartner, the Stamford, Conn., research and advisory company, found that 68% of respondents reported that employees’ critical skills and competencies need serious tending during the coming year.

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Biden Plans to Ban Noncompete, No-Poaching Clauses

SHRM Resources

President-elect Joe Biden has indicated that his administration will be more aggressive in minimizing employers’ use of noncompetition clauses in employment contracts and institute an outright ban on no-poaching agreements.

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5 Livestock Breeds Small-Scale Farmers Can Raise

Take It Personel-ly

Farming is technically the oldest profession on the planet as humans have always harvested and grown food for consumption. In recent years farming has been done on a huge scale by farmers with large areas of land and massive machinery. However, the prevalence of small-scale farmers is increasing. Much of this is a result of […].

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How are organisations virtually celebrating the festive season during Covid-19?

HR Zone

Culture Eight examples of virtual festive celebrations.

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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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What’s Chapter 11 Bankruptcy & How Does It Work?

Intoo USA

With the economic changes unleashed by the coronavirus crisis, many organizations are facing major changes in their workforce, workplace, and business procedures. Some companies have even had to declare or consider filing for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy might sound dire, but having to file for bankruptcy doesn’t necessarily mean your business has failed.

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7 High-Paying Jobs You Can Land Without a College Degree

The Muse

It’s not true these days that you must have a degree to get a job that pays well. Here are seven high-paying roles you can land without a degree.

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a happy ending

Ask a Manager

We’re not quite into update season yet (that starts December 1), but I thought this letter was a good way to send us off into the Thanksgiving holiday. This is from a reader who had commented on a post earlier this month about kindness at work , about her sister and nephew who both had Covid. Her sister, a single mom whose ex is behind on child support, couldn’t work while quarantining and wasn’t being paid.