Achievers

AUGUST 15, 2017

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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HR Bartender

AUGUST 6, 2017

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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Take It Personel-ly

AUGUST 29, 2017

Business can be a very difficult field to work in. In your career, you’ll spend a lot of your time trying to make people happy. From investors and customers to the government and legal authorities, there’s always someone to try and please. To make this easier for yourself, you only have to adopt some basic […].

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Insperity

AUGUST 17, 2017

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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AUGUST 16, 2017

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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Achievers

AUGUST 31, 2017

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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HR Bartender

AUGUST 27, 2017

(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 It Personel-ly

AUGUST 23, 2017

Staying present, focused and in the now is something that I am working at this year. I am trying to be more intentional and live better. The Mood Elevator is by far one of my favorite books of 2017 so far! The lessons in the book are helping me to stay focused, build better relationships and … Continue reading Guest Post: Be Here Now by @TheMoodElevator.

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Insperity

AUGUST 29, 2017

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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Speaker: Shawnequa Albert

As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.

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AUGUST 9, 2017

We’ve all heard the old adage, People don’t leave jobs, they leave managers. Since we all have a ‘bad boss’ horror story, few will argue with that logic. But now there’s finally some data to back up the anecdote. A recent employee survey by BambooHR has revealed that 44% of employees said that a boss had been the primary reason they left a previous job.

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UpstartHR

AUGUST 8, 2017

If you missed the news this last week, a pair of researchers have published a report showing that Uber drivers are gaming the system in order to earn more money, reduce pickups, and fight back against what they see as a tyrannical algorithm. Here’s a blurb from PBS : As University of Warwick researchers Mareike Möhlmann and Ola Henfridsson and Lior Zalmanson of New York University say in their best academese: “We identify a series of mechanisms that drivers use to regain their autonomy whe

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Achievers

AUGUST 8, 2017

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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HR Bartender

AUGUST 25, 2017

(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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Take It Personel-ly

AUGUST 3, 2017

Whether you’re an employer or an employee, Health and Safety in the workplace is something that you underestimate at your peril. Employers need to be aware of their obligation to create a safe environment that’s conducive to happy and healthy workers, but employees also need to be cognizant of their responsibility, too. Both have a … Continue reading The Hidden Dangers Of The Workplace (And How To Avoid Them).

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Insperity

AUGUST 15, 2017

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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SnackNation

AUGUST 21, 2017

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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Hppy

AUGUST 7, 2017

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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Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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Achievers

AUGUST 17, 2017

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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HR Bartender

AUGUST 20, 2017

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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Take It Personel-ly

AUGUST 21, 2017

The Internet provides many benefits to a business. It gives you a place to sell your goods, without having to open a physical store to do it. It enables you to reach out to more customers, without expanding your business. And, of course, it also helps you to find and buy better stock from across … Continue reading Being Progressive In Modern Business.

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Insperity

AUGUST 3, 2017

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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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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SnackNation

AUGUST 14, 2017

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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cipHR

AUGUST 10, 2017

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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Achievers

AUGUST 22, 2017

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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HR Bartender

AUGUST 17, 2017

Every once in a while, I run across an article that talks about why organizations shouldn’t calculate cost per hire. Personally, I’m a big fan of the cost per hire metric. I think it provides valuable information. Back in 2012, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) worked with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to create a uniform standard calculation for cost per hire (CPH).

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