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The past 25 years have been an uphill journey for the HR function

HR Brew

The last two decades have seen HR go from transactional to strategic and from reactive to proactive, said Laura Mazzullo, founder of East Side Staffing. Now, absolutely, we have to be thinking about communication, and thinking about how we message things, and making sure that our employees understand why things are happening, she said.

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How recruiters can navigate a split labor market in 2025

HR Brew

Since she started recruiting for HR positions in 2007, Laura Mazzullo, founder of East Side Staffing, has seen the HR function endure three particularly bad years: 2008, 2020, and 2024. Its not a great time to be a white-collar job seeker, Mazzullo previously told HR Brew.

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Outsourcing HR Functions: Is it Worthwhile?

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While outsourcing is among the many trends in HR management , is it really worthwhile? This article weighs in on the benefits and drawbacks of HR outsourcing. What are the Benefits of Outsourcing HR Tasks? Outsourcing HR functions to experienced organizations come with several benefits. 4. Flexibility.

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Organizations: Maximize Productivity with Effective Scheduling

HR Bartender

As organizations begin to plan for bringing employees back to the workplace, not only do they have to think about staffing levels but scheduling. Organizational Productivity: Staffing and Scheduling Must Work Together. Staffing and scheduling are two different things. COVID-19 Resource Center for details. Enjoy the article!).

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Top 10 Benefits of Using HR Software for Growing Businesses

EmployeeConnect

Manual HR processes, scattered spreadsheets, and paper-based records become inefficient, error-prone, and time-consuming. This is where HR software steps in as a crucial growth enabler. For growing businesses, the right HR software can be the difference between reactive firefighting and proactive, scalable HR management.

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10 Best Headcount Management Software 2025

HR Lineup

Workforce forecasting : Helps businesses predict staffing needs based on real-time data. It offers a range of HR functions, including employee records, payroll, and headcount management. Its simplicity and ease of use have made it a popular choice for companies without large HR teams.

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The Pros and Cons of Outsourced HR Services: Is It Right for Your Business?

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Image by tonodiaz on Freepik The Advantages of Outsourced HR Services 1. Cost Savings Outsourcing HR functions can be a cost-effective solution for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. The Disadvantages of Outsourced HR Services 1.