August, 2017

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How to Embrace Cultural Diversity in Team Engagement

Achievers

According to the 2017 Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends report, 78% of Executives see diversity as a competitive advantage. People with diverse experiences are better prepared to offer insights and come up with better solutions. They make diverse teams smarter. But how can diversity boost engagement in teams? Having led multi-cultural teams in the Middle-East, Asia, and now in Europe; I can tell blending diversity and engagement gives outstanding results.

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Employee Engagement Isn’t a One and Done Activity

HR Bartender

I’ve written about employee engagement quite a bit over the years. At this point, I think we all know it’s important and companies need to focus on it. But it’s also important to understanding that engagement isn’t necessarily the goal. What I mean by that is the goal should be what engagement creates. Research shows us that: Organizations with a high level of engagement report 22 percent higher productivity.

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Auto Dealership Jobs: The True Cost of Service Technician Turnover

Hireology

Service technicians are among the most challenging auto dealership jobs to fill and retain. Only 5% of today’s job seekers are interested retail automotive careers, and Baby Boomer technicians are retiring at a rapid rate, meaning dealerships are facing difficulties identifying and hiring quality auto technicians. And once technicians are hired, dealerships also struggle to retain employees in service roles for the long haul.

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5 Articles That Reveal The Real Value Of Employee Engagement

15Five

If there’s one thing that’s certain in the world of Human Resources, it’s that employee engagement matters. If there’s a second thing that’s certain, it’s that HR knowing this has done almost nothing to improve employee engagement. If you’re anything like me, these revelations are enough to leave you baffled and a bit lost – and you would be in good company!

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

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

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Tips and tricks for identifying and avoiding groupthink

Insperity

Groupthink is what happens when the desire to have harmony and consensus discourages healthy dissent during the decision-making process. In other words, when individuals fear rocking the boat, they don’t voice their disagreement – even if they know they should. The results can be disastrous. Consider the failure to anticipate Pearl Harbor, the escalation of the Vietnam War and the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster.

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Leading the Team: Tips for First-Time Managers

Achievers

Congratulations, you’ve been promoted! Your hard work, enthusiasm, and initiative has finally paid off and you’ve been tasked with leading a team of your own. But how? Now that you find yourself standing in front of a sea of expectant faces, are you supposed to do that? Transitioning into a first-time manager can be a very stressful experience and the importance of effective management has never been clearer.

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Employee Engagement Is the Key to Innovation – Friday Distraction

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. Enjoy the post!). We’ve all seen the reports that engaged employees are more productive. But let’s pause a second to think about what greater productivity means for the business. At the individual level, it means that an employee is producing their work outputs effectively.

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What’s Multichannel Sourcing and How Can it Improve Your Hiring Process?

Hireology

The old adage “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” holds true when it comes to your hiring process. Instead of relying on only one source for attracting applicants each time you have a job opening, you should focus on a multichannel sourcing strategy. What’s Multichannel Sourcing? Multichannel sourcing means seeking out quality candidates through a variety of applicant channels – including job boards, social networks and more – rather than only focusing on one channel.

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These 13 Skills Will Make You an Insanely Effective Executive Assistant

SnackNation

These 13 Skills Will Make You an Insanely Effective Executive Assistant. Gatekeeper. Guardian. Goal tender. Traffic cop. As an Executive Assistant, I’d bet you’ve been called one of the above labels before. It must be frustrating. While there’s a grain of truth to the idea of the EA as “gatekeeper,” this description barely scratches the surface of all the value that you provide.

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

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.

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10 top traits of great bosses

Insperity

You could probably pinpoint the top traits of a rotten boss at the drop of a hat, right? Everyone’s had one of those. The arrogant show-off who takes credit for your hard work. The obsessive perfectionist who has to re-do everything you just did, twice. And then the one who’s just plain mean. You can’t change how they manage. But you can make sure you don’t repeat their mistakes when you’re in charge.

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How to make your office disability-friendly

cipHR

HR professionals are likely to be aware that a work-space has a legal obligation to meet the needs of any employee with a disability. And yet, all too often, offices are not set up to accommodate variable needs. This includes both the physical space of the office and practices and cultures which exclude or fail to acknowledge the needs of the disabled.

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5 Ways to Empower Employees to Do Their Best Work

Achievers

A business or team can only be as successful as the sum of its parts. There are several companies with effective leaders that struggle with employee turnover or poor performance. According to one Gallup poll , 24 percent of employees who aren’t in a leadership or management role feel disconnected from the company or team. This can decrease employee satisfaction, which significantly affects performance; if employees no longer care about their job, why would they care about doing it well?

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Everything #HR Needs to Know About Bots

HR Bartender

I’ve been looking forward to writing this post. Since this HR technology series has started , we’ve talked about enterprise resource planning (ERP) , application program interface (API) , cloud computing (aka “the cloud”) , and many more. Bots (also known as internet bots or web robots ) have become mainstream vernacular. But what are they really and why should human resource professionals pay attention to them?

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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Competing with Amazon for Car Sales: How Dealership Employees Can Help You Stand Out

Hireology

Amazon made widespread headlines for buying Whole Foods earlier this year, creating a strong foothold in the grocery vertical, but the retail giant is also quietly testing the waters of the automotive market. News broke in June that Amazon is recruiting car sales executives in Europe and may soon start selling cars in the UK. With Amazon’s track record of growing from a bookseller to dominating nearly every retail vertical, it poses a threat to dealers as it expands into the retail automotive ma

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Is A Well-Designed Office Space At The Heart Of Employee Engagement?

Hppy

Is your workspace conducive to engaged and enthusiastic employees? As new research reveals office design priorities for staff, we explore the findings and their implications for employers. Read on to learn how a well-designed office space can be a strategic aspect of your talent management strategy. Relaxation and work: two words that don’t necessarily sit naturally together.

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Are toxic employees ruining your workplace?

Insperity

Many managers tend to avoid addressing problem behaviors in the workplace under the belief that “we’re all adults here so everyone deal with it.” The problem with this laissez faire approach is that toxic behaviors, left unchecked, can lead to serious consequences that impact the bottom line. Although addressing toxic employees can be uncomfortable, you need to put a stop to destructive behavior quickly.

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The Future of Hydration is NOW! Meet Three of Our Favorite Functional Beverages

SnackNation

The Future of Hydration is NOW! Meet Three of Our Favorite Functional Beverages. When it comes to innovation, it might seem like snacks get all the love. From artisan jerkies to vegan cheeseburgers to chips made from crickets (seriously), there’s no shortage of new and exciting fare to try and enjoy. But what about beverages? When it comes to healthy beverage innovation, there’s really nothing to write home about, right?

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Emotions in the Workplace

Achievers

The emergence of the millennial generation in the contemporary workforce has led to a greater need for companies to emphasize an employee-centric workplace. The importance of organizations understanding the expectations of an employee is greater than ever before, leading to stronger ties between corporate and private life. This phenomenon is not just limited to human interactions.

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How Organizations and Employees Can Start Focusing on Wellness

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by Cubii, the world’s first smart under-desk elliptical machine. After their successful Kickstarter launch, Cubii is now available on QVC and at BestBuy, in addition to their website. To learn more about Cubii, visit mycubii.com.). An increasing number of companies are offering employee wellness programs.

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Take the Quiz: Is Your Career Site Turning Away Top Applicants?

Hireology

Are you making a good first impression with online job applicants, or is your career site (or lack thereof) driving top candidates away? Take our quiz and see how you stack up. Did you know? Career sites are 20x more likely to source a hire than job boards. And the most engaged candidates take the extra time to read through a company’s career site to determine whether or not a job seems like the right fit.

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What are the Pros and Cons of Working from Home?

Hppy

Working from home is the chance of a lifetime. Or is it? You get to work in a more comfortable workplace while spending more time with your family. However, even though there are plenty of advantages to working from home, there are some disadvantages to take into consideration as well. In this guide, we will take you through the most common pros and cons of working from home to help you decide if it’s a right career choice for you.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.

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4 common change management mistakes to avoid

Insperity

Picture this: You’re rolling out a new piece of technology or system that will make your company run better and more efficiently. You’re excited about the possibilities it has for your company’s growth. Your employees? Not so much. For some reason, not everyone shares your unbridled enthusiasm. In fact, some employees are even openly hostile about the change.

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Paper to Power Player: Discussion Notes for Online Benefits Enrollment

WEX Inc.

When met with the challenge of switching your process from paper to online benefits enrollment, a heap of questions and uncertainties accompany the task. We had a couple benefitexpress experts - as well as an accomplished resource from the broker arm of benefits - meet to discuss how it really works. and how it could save your money, time, and sanity.

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Why More Vacation Time Will Make Your Employees (and Your Company) Healthier

Achievers

If you ask a job candidate about his or her biggest flaw, chances are good they’ll say that they tend to work too hard. This isn’t just a convenient way to elude a difficult question; it’s probably the absolute truth. Furthermore, even though it might seem like this excessive diligence will contribute to your company’s productivity, the truth is that such excess work habits are harmful to employee happiness and to your company culture as well.

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Your Goal Should Be to Be Yourself

HR Bartender

I received the nicest note the other day. I want to share it with you because I don’t agree with it. I’ve been following you for a long time now and I can’t help but celebrate your drive. It’s massive! I’m indeed excited to have you as a connection and I would like to be like you (in every way). I can boldly say your professional lifestyle is worthy of emulation.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.