September, 2020

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Mindfulness at Work: Developing a Culture of Mindful Leadership and Empathy

Achievers

Creating and developing mindfulness at work has always been challenging. Getting individuals from so many different backgrounds and cultures to collaborate and communicate is no easy task. That challenge has gone up a few notches because we can no longer sit face to face and understand each other and try to work out our differences. Opportunities to chat or go for a walk during breaks and eat lunch together are no longer an option and this can lead to greater distance between colleagues which ha

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How Your Business Can Adopt New Procedures from COVID-19 Long Term

Take It Personel-ly

Businesses have put in place managerial and health measures to facilitate business continuity as they begin to open up amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The health measures put in place include setting up disinfecting stations, encouraging social distancing between employees, and having people work from home. Technology has come in handy in this fight against the […].

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Pilot Groups or Sandboxes: Which Is Better for Your Implementation

HR Bartender

It’s always a good idea when we’re creating change or implementing something new to make every attempt to mitigate our mistakes. In software development, many organizations use a process called agile to do that. Agile is when a larger process is broken down into smaller steps or milestones. After each step, the development team debriefs their progress and makes any necessary revisions moving forward.

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Forex fintech companies: Why TransferMate is losing out to TransferWise - and may have even more serious problems coming its way

Ahmed's Universe

PARIS With most mainstream banks embracing the internet now, even going mobile, one might wonder why one should bother with new financial services startup companies. There are at least two reasons I'd like to call out for the purpose of this piece. First, the likes of Monzo and Revolut are digital and even mobile natives, meaning everything about them was designed for the internet/mobile experience from the moment you open your account to how you conduct your banking business about them.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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Want to increase workplace diversity? Here’s how

Insperity

You’ve got a problem, and you’re not afraid to own up to it. Your company isn’t diverse. You know you can do better, and you want diversity and equity to be a priority in your organization. So, what now? Let’s jump right into this important topic and get clear about: What diversity in the workplace really looks like Practical practices you can start implementing Your goals and timeline to increase workplace diversity Some mistakes you’ll want to avoid.

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The Top 3 Benefits of Pulse Surveys

Achievers

Gathering and acting on employee feedback is crucial if you want to improve engagement, which drives greater business outcomes related to the employee experience , such as productivity and retention. Our recent survey shows that most employers are only measuring engagement once a year, if that, and many employees want more frequent surveys. This is where pulse surveys come into the picture.

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The 10 Worst Interview Questions Employers Ask

Take It Personel-ly

Whether you are a hopeful candidate, or an employer looking for someone who will live up to your professional expectations, preparing for an interview is not always easy. There’s always an element of the unknown when it comes to this crucial stage in the recruitment process. Getting ready to talk about qualifications, skills, and experience […].

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Performance Management: Design a Modern Process That Creates Results

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is sponsored by our friends at Primalogik , a cloud-based performance management solution that provides a flexible way to manage employee reviews, 360-degree feedback, goals, and engagement surveys. Enjoy the read!). While we’re all focused on staying safe and being well, organizations are reopening and resuming their business operations with those same goals in mind.

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How to increase employee engagement and happiness during the pandemic

HR Digest

COVID-19 is an uncertain pandemic time! It is more stressful for managers and employers to handle their employees remotely or having employees in the office who are in constant fear of the pandemic situation. In such a case, it is essential for them to handle the employees carefully and keep them motivated and engaged in work. Many effective mechanisms would help them to cope with the stress of the situation with the following practices: .

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Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders

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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Reskilling: What is it and why is it important?

Insperity

When your business needs to pivot fast because of changes in your industry or the economy (or both), how do you fill the new roles? If your organization has laid the foundation for reskilling, you can retrain your current employees to take on those new roles. That can keep your company viable during times of major change – without the additional time and expense of hiring brand-new employees.

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Paid Sick Leave Laws by State: The Chart, Map, & Accrual Info You Need

Patriot Software

Typically, employers get to choose whether they want to offer types of paid time off, like sick leave, to employees. But depending on your business location, you might not have a choice. Little by little, paid sick leave laws by state are on the rise. If your employees work in a state with mandatory sick […] READ MORE.

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Upskilling Your Employees: Top 10 Benefits

Achievers

Let’s have a quiz: if you had just one skill to equip your employees with, what would that be? If your response was something like: “I want my employees to master X software,” you might want to reconsider. Because a new, more shiny app could replace that software tool in less than six months from now, and your wish would have gone to waste. But what if you didn’t have to pick, and you were able to develop your employees’ complete skillsets instead of just one skill?

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7 Ways To Reduce Business Downtime

Take It Personel-ly

Some downtime is unavoidable. Your employees are not machines that can run non-stop and your machines will encounter occasional problems that interrupt their function. However, you can find ways to reduce the amount of downtime your business experiences. 1. Increase Efficiency Review all of your processes for ways to increase efficiency. For example, if you have […].

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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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12 Leadership Games & Activities To Spot Your Future Leaders

Vantage Circle

Proper leadership is imperative for success at all times. It’s the vision and guidance of the leaders that makes them so important for us. Traits like strong dependability, firm integrity, intelligent analytical skills makes these individuals vital for success in the business world today. No matter the heaps of advancement, for these traits alone, the need for leaders shall always be there.

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Things you do not miss about office when working from home

HR Digest

Strangely there is a consensus on some things that people who work from home do not miss at all about their old work life. After being stuck at home for almost six months most work from home people are either ready to throw in the towel and wishing for any setting but home, and others that have grown quite comfortable in this new routine. But strangely there is a consensus on some things that both groups do not miss at all about their old work life.

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Talking politics at work – why it’s a bad idea and how to prevent it

Insperity

Let’s be real. There’s pretty much no upside to your employees talking politics at work. Individual politics are rooted in our own unique experiences. People can become very emotional and passionate about their beliefs, and take it personally when someone disagrees. With today’s increased polarization between the two main political parties, unfortunately, attitudes toward those who believe differently can be quite harsh.

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Your PPP Loan Forgiveness Strategy Might Be to Play the Waiting Game. Here’s Why

Patriot Software

If the complex PPP loan forgiveness process has been weighing over your head, here’s some good news: you don’t have to apply right away. In fact, a lot of small businesses aren’t. The Small Business Administration and Treasury continue releasing guidelines. And, there’s plenty of time for Congress to release more COVID-19 legislation. So, it’s […] READ MORE.

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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

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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30 Thoughtful Boss’s Day Messages

Achievers

If you have a great boss, you are one of the lucky ones. According to Gallup, only about 10 percent of those in management positions have a natural talent for the job. The rest can learn the skills necessary to motivate and inspire, but that means a rocky road for their teams in the interim. In other words, good leaders are hard to come by. If you have one that creates a positive culture , places a premium on recognition, and listens to your feedback, Boss’s Day is the perfect time to express yo

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5 Ways to Improve Communication with Your Coworkers While Working Remotely

Take It Personel-ly

As a result of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, working from home has gone from being an option to being mandatory. For some people, having to work from home is a drastic and unfamiliar change, and adjusting to this new situation may prove a challenge. Thankfully, with burgeoning technology and combined efforts of people all over […].

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4 Methods to Shortlist Candidates for a Perfect Hire

Vantage Circle

One of the most crucial responsibilities of an H.R. is hiring. It makes up for a large part of the job and rightfully so. Hiring the right people is a pre-requisite to a successful business. After all, it is the workforce that does all the work, so you must have the right individuals in your group. It is for these reasons why hiring is a must-have talent for all H.R. managers.

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10 Secrets to Mastering Time Management

HR Digest

There is no secret for time management; it all depends on the person how they handle their routine and tasks and manage their time efficiently and productively. However, there are specific tips that one can follow to save time and be productive always. The hard part is to follow these habits consistently. Follow these rules, and you will surely master time management and get done more in life. .

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Employee Financial Wellness During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Best Money Moves

Financial wellness during the COVID-19 pandemic. How COVID-19 is impacting financial stress, and how financial wellness programs can help. The vast majority of U.S. employees – 84% – expect the COVID-19 pandemic to impact their long-term financial wellness, according to a new study from Northwestern Mutual. The annual Planning and Progress study also found that while the pandemic is financially distressing, it actually inspires resiliency and some positive behavioral change. .

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Workers’ compensation for remote employees: a guide

Insperity

Do you need to worry about workers’ compensation for remote employees? In short, yes. When your organization adopts or expands a work-from-home policy, it’s a good idea to take a fresh look at your workers’ compensation coverage and processes. Understanding which injuries your workers’ compensation might cover, adapting your safety program and updating your claims reporting process can help your organization handle injury claims more efficiently in the age of remote work.

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12 Ways to Celebrate Customer Service Week

Achievers

Customer Service Week (October 5 – 9, 2020) is important to us here at Achievers. We’re an employee success platform, but we know that “Customer and employee satisfaction should be seen as two sides of the same coin.” Customer Service Week was designated by the U.S. Congress and it is celebrated in all 50 states. In the words of Bill Gessert , president of the International Customer Service Association, “This annual observance is your chance to launch an internal campaign designed to craft

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Driving at night? These tips will keep you awake and safe on the road

Take It Personel-ly

Driving at night? These tips will keep you awake and safe on the road Do you enjoy driving at night? The cool evening air, the quiet with less traffic on the roads, city lights in the distance…it certainly has its privileges. However, driving at night also comes with added risk, and not everyone is a […].

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Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration

Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.