Ahmed's Universe
DECEMBER 4, 2011
'PARIS (UPDATED Feb. 27, 2012) Unless you are superstitious (which I am not since my grandmother always told me it brought bad luck to be superstitious) you will be thrilled with the news that the biggest HR software company in the world decided last weekend to buy SuccessFactors (SFSF), one of the up-and-coming web-based vendors, in this year''s 13th M&A deal.
Talent Culture
DECEMBER 18, 2011
Everyday I counsel job seekers on how to leverage social media to accelerate their job search. And I’m happy to report that over the last year, more and more people are using LinkedIn as a way to stay in touch with people and build new relationships. But when I ask clients if they use Facebook, 9 times out of 10 the reply is, “Well, I have a Facebook account, but I only use it to keep up with personal relationships, not for job search.” Why is it that people think the two are m
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Insperity
DECEMBER 21, 2011
Bob, Susie and Mike all want to schedule their remaining vacation days for the last two weeks of the year. All three can’t be out of the office at the same time, and the decision must be made about who should be granted time off. Allowing workers to book their remaining vacation while keeping your business running smoothly can be a daunting task. As another year draws to a close, your employees may be scrambling to schedule their holidays, not wanting to forfeit their paid days off.
Talent Culture
DECEMBER 5, 2011
Since its launch this year, BranchOut , a professional networking platform on Facebook, has been growing steadily. Before BranchOut, many job seekers were reluctant to use Facebook as a job search tool because of all the personal information that could be displayed. BranchOut leverages the power of the Facebook network, but the BranchOut profile only shows work history, education, and positive endorsements to business contacts.
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Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive
Talent Culture
DECEMBER 14, 2011
I just finished reading several blog posts referencing LinkedIn’s recent post about the top 10 overused buzzwords on LinkedIn profiles. Everyone makes good points about why words like creative, organized, and motivated don’t make compelling profile content or prove the impact a candidate has had on past employers or how they can solve a prospective employer’s problems.
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Talent Culture
DECEMBER 19, 2011
I just finished reading an article about a growing trend in some college admissions offices requesting that applicants answer a supplemental essay question as part of the standard admissions process…and do it in just 20 to 25 words or less. Perhaps colleges are forging this new direction to appeal to a generation that grew up with status updates, texts, and microblogging or maybe admissions counselors see it as a way to cut down on the tedium of reading long-winded essays, but some think i
Talent Culture
DECEMBER 28, 2011
As 2011 draws to a close, I’m reflecting on some of my favorite blog posts of the year. Looking forward to sharing more job search advice, rants, and funny stories about the world of work in 2012. Happy New Year! Job Search Advice. Common Interview Questions and What They Mean. Resume Writing Tips For Susan Lucci and Others Who Haven’t Written a Resume in 40 Years.
Talent Culture
DECEMBER 14, 2011
I recently read Green Career Central’s excellent recommendations for building a target list of green companies. If you are interested in researching green jobs, check out Green Career Central founder Carol McClelland’s suggestions below. 1) Newsweek Green Company Rankings – Click on the headings to sort the data based on any of the following categories: Rank, company, country, industry sector, green score, environmental impact score, environmental management, and disclosure.
Insperity
DECEMBER 12, 2011
Workplace stress is a common, costly problem for businesses across the country. Stress-related issues cost American companies hundreds of billions of dollars a year in lost productivity and health care spending, and are often compounded by external factors during the busy holiday season. Luckily there are simple strategies you can employ to help alleviate holiday stress in your office.
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Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.
Insperity
DECEMBER 28, 2011
Almost everyone can attest to having witnessed humorous displays of bad behavior at an office holiday party. But when similar situations occur at your company fête, it is rarely a laughing matter. Picking up the pieces after an unfortunate incident requires more than discretion. The wrong reaction can cause bigger problems than whatever happened the night before.
Insperity
DECEMBER 26, 2011
The New Year is typically a time of reflection and change. Not only do we move our calendars forward, but many work-related functions re-set. Here are three important topics you should discuss with your staff prior to 2012 to ensure that there are no unwelcome surprises: 1. Payroll tax. Though the House recently passed H.R. 3630, a bill that would extend the two percent reduction in workers’ payroll tax and self-employment tax that’s scheduled to expire at the end of 2011 through 20
Insperity
DECEMBER 14, 2011
As another year draws to a close, the issue of employee performance reviews is on many business owners’ minds. New trends have emerged eschewing traditional methods of evaluation, with some employers rewarding any employee who has not been sanctioned. More contemporary methods involve extensive performance analyses, as well as discussions about employee goal-setting.
Insperity
DECEMBER 5, 2011
The holidays are a fun time of year to show your employees that they’re appreciated and boost company morale. Throwing an office party is a great way to add value and enjoyment to the season, and if done correctly, can translate into better business performance. To ensure your holiday fete is a success, consider these ten tips for planning an appropriate office party: 1.
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Ahmed's Universe
DECEMBER 17, 2011
'After 25 years of obfuscation, legal maneuverings and turning a blind eye, a French court has finally said it out loud: Between 1995 and 2002 France was ruled by a criminal. But if you think you will see him behind bars, don''t hold your breath: the French political class is making sure that one of its most (in)famous members is shielded from such a fate PARIS This week''s ruling by a French court seems at first of quite earth-shattering importance: for the first time since World War II, a form
Ahmed's Universe
DECEMBER 10, 2011
'PARIS I haven''t read the British press following last week''s milestone decision by European Union (EU) leaders to move towards a more federal system with financial and budgetary convergence between their countries in order to solve the debt-induced crisis, but I wouldn''t be surprised to see the following headline: "Europe isolated as Britain votes NO to treaty changes.
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