Ahmed's Universe

APRIL 30, 2018

PARIS Most discussions on implementing a new HR system, which for the past years has meant a cloud-based one, tend to focus on the functional side of things, that is business requirements as covered by a single system. Discussing what processes will be re engineered or moved as-is, what system to evaluate and select or even how to overcome change resistance are often considered as nobler than the nitty-gritty technical aspects usually referred to as “integration”, although I prefer interface sin

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HR Bartender

APRIL 13, 2018

(Editor’s Note: This article is an excerpt from my new book, “ The Recruiter’s Handbook: A Complete Guide for Sourcing, Selecting, and Engaging the Best Talent “ (SHRM, 2018) SHRM members can order a discounted copy at the SHRMStore. Enjoy!). Organizations with a candidate experience strategy in place realize the work isn’t over. You’ll want to regularly audit your process to ensure it’s working the way you intended.

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Achievers

APRIL 24, 2018

Leadership structure, office environment, core mission and values, interpersonal relations, team engagement and communication style—these are just some of the many organizational details that shape company culture, something that is becoming more and more important to businesses of all kinds. A strong company culture improves: Identity of the organization.

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Insperity

APRIL 10, 2018

What should you be looking for in job candidates as a predictor of future success? Is there a personality trait that stands out more than others? In a word, grit. Grit has become the new soft skill that every business leader seeks in new hires. In a personal setting, grit is often defined as courage, resolve or fortitude – and as hardworking or passionate in a professional setting.

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15Five

APRIL 10, 2018

We used to just call them “mental health days.” Those days when you just need to get some separation from the daily grind, refresh yourself, and do whatever it takes to get a break from multitasking and workplace tech. Of course, now we understand more clearly the link between employee happiness and outcomes like higher engagement, increased productivity, and business growth.

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Take It Personel-ly

APRIL 3, 2018

Many of us are always looking to improve various aspects of our lives a positive way. From having a better work-life balance to improving our health and well being, having those clearly defined goals is a good way to better yourself. However the rewards from having goals can only come through making an effort to […].

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HR Bartender

APRIL 8, 2018

At last year’s KronosWorks Conference, New York Times best-selling author and fellow Workforce Institute board member Dan Schawbel , talked about the latest workplace trends forecast based on his research. During his session, he made a comment that really stuck with me, “We’re living in a world of continuous job search.”. It’s so true. People today have lots of options when it comes to their careers.

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Achievers

APRIL 18, 2018

When a critical piece of business technology suddenly stops operating properly, your first reaction is to find the problem and get it up and running at full-capacity, as soon as possible. Yet, when it comes to your most valuable business asset, your employees, many company leaders aren’t as quick to react. Unfortunately, according to a new SHRM report , 38 percent of employees feel overwhelmed by how much they have to get done at work.

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BetterUp

APRIL 23, 2018

Robin Ely and Fern Mandelbaum recently spoke in a fireside chat moderated by Ellen Levy at BetterUp Shift 2018. The event brought together the most innovative leaders and thinkers in HR and people development to discuss how to infuse greater meaning into the employee experience. Ely and Mandelbaum discussed some of the most effective practices for creating diverse and inclusive work environments, and recruiting diverse teams.

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15Five

APRIL 18, 2018

Over the last several years a performance management revolution has taken place, and businesses are now focusing more on the growth and wellbeing of their employees. This has led to the implementation of employee development programs that annually cost companies hundreds of billions of dollars. While it makes sense to respond to employees’ desires for growth in the workplace, many executives still grapple with how to improve the effectiveness of these programs.

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cipHR

APRIL 23, 2018

HR departments often use the Bradford formula to calculate the impact of absence. But how does it work, and is it still a valid metric? What is the Bradford factor and what is it used for? The Bradford factor is a formula used by HR departments to calculate the impact of employees’ absences on the organisation. It is based on the theory that short, frequent, unplanned absences are more disruptive to organisations than longer absences.

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Insperity

APRIL 3, 2018

Overly social employees may be costing your business more than its peaceful atmosphere. In fact, the price you pay in lost productivity could be pretty steep. But how can you establish a correlation between excessive socializing and lost productivity? CareerBuilder surveyed more than 2,000 hiring and human resource managers and 3,000 employees from a variety of industries and company sizes to identify the biggest productivity killers in the workplace.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 24, 2018

Just in case you missed it, during the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Talent Conference, they announced a new specialty credential in talent acquisition that will launch in June 2018. If you’re wondering what a specialty credential is, think of it as sort of a micro credential. It demonstrates your knowledge and skills specifically in talent acquisition.

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Achievers

APRIL 12, 2018

A company’s mission statement is the driving force behind its company culture. It’s what ignites passion and motivation in employees. At Achievers, our mission is simple: to change the way the world works. We aspire to do that by aligning everyone with business goals and company values, driven by recognizing shared victories every day. In short, we aim to make success a way of life.

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Take It Personel-ly

APRIL 9, 2018

For many employees, motivation comes from an outside source. It could be the fact that their job is a great resume builder and a stepping stone to a new position. Or, they might put in that extra effort to get overtime pay. They may just work hard to provide for loved ones. But you want […].

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SnackNation

APRIL 24, 2018

100 Fun Office Games and Activities That Make Work Awesome. The Top Office Games and Activities: Eat Poop, You Cat. The monthly “Mix & Mingle” Hungry Hungry Ninjas. 3×3 mini basketball tournament. Conference Table “Ice-Curling” If you ask a lot of successful companies to define their culture, you’ll often hear something to the tune of “we work hard and play hard” Creating an enjoyable workplace is no longer something reserved solely for big tech

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15Five

APRIL 1, 2018

In the wake of SpaceX’s successful launch of a Tesla into space in February, Elon Musk today announced the launch of his latest idea — SpaceAds. This new venture will allow the world’s most innovative companies to place branded artifacts in space to advertise their “out of this world” offerings. Starman Waiting In The Sky. The world stood transfixed earlier this year as the most powerful rocket in operation, the Falcon Heavy, placed a shiny red Tesla Roadster into an ell

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WEX Inc.

APRIL 3, 2018

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — benefitexpress, the leading provider of cloud-based technology software and services for employee benefits administration, announced today that Bill Blount joins its leadership team as Chief Information Officer. In his new role, Blount will lead all areas of benefitexpress’ technology organization including Development, Information Security and IT Operations.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 29, 2018

Many organizations say that, when it’s time to hire an employee, skills and experience are important but cultural fit matters more. So, what exactly does that mean? Let’s start with what it doesn’t mean. Cultural “fit” isn’t supposed to be similar-to-me. Company cultures can thrive with individuals who are different and still “fit”. Over time, I’ve come to realize that cultural fit is when a candidate is able to get stuff done within the organizational culture.

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Achievers

APRIL 10, 2018

The title of “manager” makes it sound like your entire responsibility is simply keeping track of your employees and maximizing their performance. Of course you want to elicit high-level productivity from your team, but your fastest route to success is to offer something back to the people who work for you. The most successful managers enter into a mentoring, or “coaching,” relationship with their direct reports.

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Take It Personel-ly

APRIL 16, 2018

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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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SnackNation

APRIL 9, 2018

25 Office Exercises: Easy Desk-Friendly Ways to Get Fit. Modern technology has given us plenty of benefits and conveniences, but with one major drawback: Most of us sit at a desk for for eight (or more) hours a day, five days a week, most weeks of the year. And unfortunately, the very thing can make us productive, profitable, and successful employees for our company can also harm our health—maybe even permanently.

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15Five

APRIL 25, 2018

Woah! What an April! More articles about continuous employee feedback were published in this one month than we’ve seen in any other month over the last half-decade. Amazon and Nike both made headlines, the former for a company-wide roll out of Connections , a daily Q&A feedback program that is being received with some employee skepticism.

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Insperity

APRIL 5, 2018

Reverse mentoring is becoming a popular buzzword in business circles lately, but is it right for your company? First off, let’s define it. When we think of mentoring, we tend to think of seasoned employees taking younger employees under their wings and teaching them the ins and outs of business. Reverse mentoring flips the script. It’s designed to empower younger workers to share their expertise and ideas with more senior employees.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 5, 2018

I like to think that we all know diversity in the workplace produces positive results to the bottom-line. But did you know that people are looking at a company’s diversity as part of their investment strategy? Morgan Stanley has produced a research piece titled “ An Investor’s Guide to Gender Diversity ”. It outlines their research showing that investors should look at diversity when making stock picks.

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