Sun.Jul 28, 2024

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No Panicking When An Interviewer Says “Tell Me About Yourself”

HR Digest

Interviews traditionally start with one question, “ Tell me about yourself.” It feels simple enough at first glance—you’ve lived your life and know everything that you’ve experienced before. However, when faced with the question in an interview, many of us freeze up with no idea what the best way to respond is. As a multifaceted individual, there are likely many different things you can say about yourself, but you only have a little time available to get the most relevant information out.

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Amazing Contestants

Florida Workers' Comp

I spent an afternoon recently judging a couple rounds of the E. Earle Zehmer Moot Court competition. This was the 37th annual, and I have been involved in about 1/2 of those. I am usually the "alternate" judge waiting on the bench to be called in. It is a great experience, and I would never want to displace an adjudicator who wants to participate. So, each year, I ride the bench waiting for them to call me up from the bullpen.

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Recognition as a Tool for Reinforcing Company Values and Objectives

Vantage Circle

According to Deloitte, 54% of employees prefer verbal "Thank you" for their day day-to-day accomplishments The statistics here demonstrate that the power of a simple 'thank you' has not waned off its charm. Gratitude is all it takes, no matter how big or small, to ignite motivation in employees. This motivation drives them to go above and beyond in their roles, exhibit higher levels of creativity, and contribute to a positive workplace culture, inevitably boosting employee perf

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Understanding Racing Thoughts And How To Stop Them

BetterUp

Jump to section What are racing thoughts? What causes racing thoughts?

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Chancellor to accelerate the sale of public buildings to plug budget gap

Workplace Insight

In an effort to tackle the fiscal challenges and balance the UK’s budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce significant measures aimed at reducing government spending and optimising public sector assets including public buildings, today. Reeves will lay out her plans in her first major speech as chancellor, where she will highlight what she describes as a £20 billion gap in government spending, attributing it to the economic mismanagement of the previous government.

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What is HR Effectiveness & How to Measure It? Examples, KPIs

HR Lineup

Human Resources (HR) is a critical function in any organization, responsible for managing employee relations, recruitment, training, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. As companies strive to optimize their operations, the effectiveness of the HR department becomes increasingly important. HR effectiveness refers to how well the HR department fulfills its roles and responsibilities in contributing to the organization’s overall success.

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