Achievers

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

It’s no secret that an engaged employee is a productive employee, but fostering and maintaining that initial focus and enthusiasm is no easy task. Employee engagement relies on sparking an emotional investment in the company and creating an atmosphere in which everyone is motivated to work toward common goals. Considering only 29 percent of workers say they’re actively engaged at work, this is an issue most businesses contend with on a daily basis.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

I ran across a tweet recently that posed an interesting thought : What if managers created “personal user manuals” about their management style? Back in the old days, we called this managing up. Managers would share information about themselves with their teams – things like “I’m not a morning person.” or “I like communicating via email.”. Employees could then use the information about the best times and methods to communicate with their manager to help them get the necessary resources to do the

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Traditional dealerships are no longer the only option consumers have when it comes to car buying. Disruptive business models from Amazon, Carvana and others are transforming the automotive industry and posing a risk to local dealers. To compete with the latest innovative business models, it’s critical to turn your employees into your main source of competitive advantage.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The business world is a dynamic place where every bit of knowledge and creative juice must be cultivated from each and every employee for your company to succeed. Done with purpose, identifying shareable skills within your current workforce can lead to more effective employee development, increased engagement and a greater sense of overall well-being throughout your organization.

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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

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UpstartHR

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

This coming year, my wish for you is that you become more of a troublemaker in your business. Yes, you heard me correctly. HR has a longstanding tradition of being the administrative department. The party planners. The “that’s how we’ve always done it and let’s avoid the risk” police. But what if there was another way? What if we could be disruptors and troublemakers as a force for good?

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

While you may do your best to spread seasonal cheer and appreciation, it’s important to keep in mind that this time of year is not all sparkles and snowflakes for your staff. Many of them will be trying to balance holiday schedules and family complications while feeling added stress due to end-of-year work tasks. Furthermore, absences and vacations often leave big holes in staffing right when the duties are most intense.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is sponsored by TalentMap , a firm specializing in employee engagement solutions. They help organizations measure and improve employee engagement through action-centric employee survey programs. Enjoy the post!). I don’t believe it’s a surprise to anyone that technology has changed the way we do business. Regardless of the industry you’re in, technology has impacted who does the work, the methods we use to work, and how fast we work.

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Consumers have many choices when it comes to finding a fitness routine that works for them. The possibilities are endless – from full-service gyms to at-home fitness apps to studios dedicated to yoga, cycling, crossfit and more. And each time a new fitness center opens or app is developed, it can pose a challenge to your fitness franchise. How can your fitness franchise stand out from the competition and attract new members?

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Good customer service is a cornerstone of successful businesses. So, it makes sense that every business leader wants their employees to deliver the best customer service possible. Are your employees already providing excellent customer service to your customers? Or, are there areas where they need a little polishing? Regardless of your exact circumstances, there are always opportunities for improvement.

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15Five

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

How much are disengaged employees costing your company? If we zoom out, Gallup estimates the cost of disengagement to be between $960 billion and $1.2 trillion per year. So what drives engagement and what strategies can leaders use to create an environment where both engagement and productivity thrive? Using leading social science research as our guide, we will uncover why the key to employee engagement is highly intentional performance management.

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. ~Lao Tzu It can be hard among over achiever types to take a break. With so much do to it can be hard to justify taking a break as well if things are starting to pile up. But short mental […].

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

In the sharing economy era, technology not only influences our lives at all levels, it reshapes our workplaces completely. Digitalization, creative disruption, and automation are here to stay. In The Economist’s special report on Artificial Intelligence it shared: “Bank of America Merrill Lynch predicted that by 2025 the “annual creative disruption impact” from AI could amount to $14 trillion-33 trillion […] Far from killing every job on the planet, such disruption is expected to transform the

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Managers have a tough job and a full plate. They’re responsible for their department planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. They’re also responsible for hiring. But managers themselves are often hired and promoted for their technical expertise, not their ability to hire others. This means that organizations need to give hiring managers all the tools they need to hire effectively.

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Retail automotive continues to see 2017 as a milestone year. The industry experienced a year-over-year sales surge in September, much of which can be attributed to Hurricanes Irma and Harvey devastating lives and destroying hundreds of thousands of vehicles in the Southeastern United States and Puerto Rico. Even for those who stayed out of harm’s way, the urgent shift of inventory to hurricane-ravaged regions may result in vehicle bottlenecks throughout the country that will continue to impact o

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects individuals 40 and over from discrimination in any decision made during the full cycle of employment – including everything from hiring, termination, pay, job duties and beyond. Fifty years after its enactment, one in four discrimination claims are still related to ageism, according to the EEOC.

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UpstartHR

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

How much does an HR certification impact your salary? While it matters differently at every organization and for each person, let’s answer that question with some data. Using data from Payscale.com we (hat tip to my youngest brother Barrett for his Excel wizardry) hacked together a calculator that shows you the median pay for job titles in HR as well as the adjusted rates based on whether the person has a PHR or SPHR certification (at the time of this data gathering there was no data on SH

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Take It Personel-ly

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

With the holidays fast approaching it can be hard to come up with unique and creative ideas for gift ideas. I have the perfect gift suggestion for the bibliophile on your list (or for yourself!). It is called the Sweet Reads Box. Sweet Reads Box is Canadian subscription box that brings a specially themed box to […].

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

How strong is your work culture? Are you in need of a successful culture transformation? With 21% greater profitability from engaged business units, a strong work culture can be the key to your business’ future success. It’s important to navigate your new culture shift with the right approach. SGEi has led transformation processes over the years to improve the culture of organizations, large and small, across multiple industries.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

I’ve always said that one of the worst things organizations can do is ask employees for their feedback and then do nothing with the information. As a human resources professional, this is one of the major gripes that employees have with employee surveys. (Side note: The length of time it takes to hear the survey results is another.). The company wants employee feedback, so employees take the time to (honestly) complete the survey…and then nothing.

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Hireology

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

As New Year’s resolutions get set each year, fitness is top-of-mind for many people. In fact, data from Nielsen found that staying fit and healthy, and losing weight are the top two New Year’s resolutions among U.S. consumers. The New Year is sure to be a profitable time for your fitness franchise – but how can you ensure you’re offering the best customer experience possible and encouraging members to stick with your fitness franchise for the long haul?

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

When we think of leadership, we tend to see it as the responsibility of the CEO or management team at the helm of a company. However, the leadership decisions your employees make on a day-to-day basis – everyday leadership – are just as important to the success of your company as what happens in the C-suite. What exactly is everyday leadership? You’ve probably heard it mentioned as a theme for World Quality Day, when businesses across the globe take a moment each year to celebrate their achievem

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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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UpstartHR

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

If you know me, you know I’m not a sports person. I don’t watch. I don’t follow. It’s not that I have some strong dislike for sports. It’s just that when I stopped doing them in high school, I lost all interest. I can watch them, if I am at a live event or if I don’t have an alternative. But when I’m listing things I look forward to each week, that isn’t at the top of my list.

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15Five

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Years ago, there was no such thing as employee recognition. Our parents and grandparents had no real concept of what it was to feel appreciated at work. You got a job, you did it, and you came home—every day for 40 years. But perhaps that’s why we’ve seen the alarming burnout rates and poor cultures of some companies today. And maybe that’s why today’s employees want a career they’re not only awake for, but proactively energized about.

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

You know it, and I know it: The key to improving employee engagement and culture is through strengthening management’s leadership practices and capabilities. Being good at management isn’t enough. Today, more than ever, managers need to practice great leadership to manage change effectively and to seriously help others grow. Doing so results in higher employee engagement and motivation, and higher engagement ultimately improves productivity and the overall health of the organization.

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HR Bartender

NOVEMBER 12, 2017

A few days ago, I read a post on the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) blog titled, “ Why Should I Bother to Go to HR About Sexual Harassment? ” It’s a good read and you might want to check it out. It’s also kinda related to today’s reader note. They’re trying to figure out if HR is a place they should go with their issue. I was suspended 4 months ago after having worked for the company for over 20 years.

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