June, 2019

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Company Culture: 5 Traits of Top-Rated Workplaces

Achievers

“Build a stronger company culture” may be on your strategic goals list for the coming year, but how do you translate that vague-sounding objective into action? What does “company culture” consist of, and how can you strengthen it? Improving your employer brand is not complex, but it does entail more than adding a ping-pong table and weekly boxes of donuts.

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Supporting staff through the menopause: what employers need to know

cipHR

Talking about this life stage and educating all staff will benefit your organisation and those experiencing symptoms. We all know someone who has been through, will experience or is currently going through it – but what do you really know about the menopause, and how it affects the person experiencing it? Reproductive health is still a taboo subject in the workplace, yet the effects of the menopause can adversely affect performance.

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10 Things I Am Packing In My #SHRM19 Conference Bag

HR Bartender

Last year, in addition to my annual post with tips for attending the Society for Human Resource (SHRM) Annual Conference , I wrote a post about some of the things that I carry with me during the event. Not only was it a nice reminder for me when I’m packing, but I received several good comments from readers. So, I’m doing a 2019 version for this year’s event which will be held June 23-26, 2019 in Las Vegas.

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Health is Wealth even for Remote Workers: Tips to Keep Healthy While Working At Home

Take It Personel-ly

A remote worker shared that she gained as much as 40 pounds within just a year working from home. Does this sound familiar to you? Working from home may have its advantages like flexible hours and being your own boss, but one of the struggles is to keep oneself healthy. Here are some tips to help […].

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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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How To Develop Your Employees’ Leadership Strengths

15Five

Leadership isn’t about authority. Contrary to what most believe, leadership is an opportunity to serve and empower others. By creating the space for people to discover their natural talents, those at the top can help to develop leadership strengths on every level. Unfortunately, companies often fall short of actually utilizing the leadership strengths of their people because they aren’t taking the time to discern their personal talents.

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The Value of Employee Engagement

Achievers

Why is employee engagement valuable? Gallup said it best: “Simply put, engaged employees produce better business outcomes than other employees do — across industries, company sizes and nationalities, and in good economic times and bad.” Engaged employees can save your company money in a number of ways, from both a retention and productivity perspective.

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Managing emotional employees: 10 tips for keeping your cool

Insperity

Every leader dreads managing emotional employees. Whether it’s tears, anger or screaming fits, the extremes of emotion leave both the supervisor and the employee – and anyone within earshot of the outburst — feeling embarrassed and stressed. How do you stay calm and get your point across when confronted by emotional employees? How do you prepare for this scenario?

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Organizations: Are You Creating a Swipe Left Employee Experience

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. Want to create an inspired workforce where employees swipe right? Check out Kronos CEO Aron Ain’s new book “ Work Inspired: How to Build an Organization Where Everyone Loves to Work ” Enjoy the article!).

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7 Ways to Inspire Disengaged Employees

Take It Personel-ly

Even the best, hard-working employees need to be motivated and encouraged from time to time. Any work can become monotonous sooner or later. Your job, as an entrepreneur or a team leader, is to recognize these situations and to help employees regain their motivation. Here are some of the best, and most constructive ways of […].

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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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The use of AI in the Workplace will be broad and revolutionary

HR Digest

The emergence of AI technology in the workplace promises to be revolutionary. Artificial intelligence will effectively reduce overhead costs, drive innovation and improve overall productivity. The impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace will be all-around, including staffing. Employers would use AI to identify the best candidates for jobs and in building their skills.

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15 great HR lessons from America’s largest human resources conference

Business Management Daily

Didn't make it to Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) annual conference in Las Vegas? Our editors were there to scoop up all the HR wisdom for you. The post 15 great HR lessons from America’s largest human resources conference appeared first on Business Management Daily.

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3 Types of Compensation Packages To Consider and Why

Achievers

Most of us receive a paycheck, so it’s easy to assume compensation packages are pretty black and white. Some folks are hourly, some are salaried, and depending on what role they play, others receive bonuses or commissions based on their performance. Simple, right? Not so much. As Katey Maddux, founder and CEO of Millennial Accounting, writes in her recent employee compensation and benefits guide , “When it comes to employee compensation, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution.

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How Our Core Organizational Values Elevate Our Team

15Five

With a name like 15Five, our partners are often curious about the story behind it. And we understand. It’s not exactly an intuitive signature for a software company to have, right? “15Five” is based off of a practice invented by Esprit founder, Doug Tompkins, and made famous by Yvon Chouinard, founder of outdoor brand, Patagonia. An avid mountain climber and sportsman, Chouinard would spend much of his time adventuring away from the office.

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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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You Can Work From Anywhere – But That Doesn’t Mean You Should

HR Bartender

One of the first lessons that I learned as a consultant was “just because I can, it doesn’t mean I should” For example, just because I can do my own taxes, doesn’t mean I should. I’ve found hiring an accountant saves me time (that I can spend with clients) and saves me money. In my personal life, just because I can change a tire, doesn’t mean I should.

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Ways to Combat Burnout at Work

Take It Personel-ly

Many of us spend the majority of our time at work — in fact, the average person will spend about 13 years of their life at work. Whether you work 9am-5pm Monday through Friday or on a shift-based schedule, it’s natural to feel like you’re constantly wrapped up in to-do lists, office politics, and career […].

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‘The more digitised we are, the more human we become’

cipHR

Unilever CHRO Leena Nair urges HR professionals to work with ‘confidence’ and ‘swagger’ at CognitionX event. HR professionals need to “junk all the self-doubt and work with some swagger and confidence,” said Leena Nair , Unilever’s chief HR officer (CHRO) at the 2019 CogX festival yesterday (10 June). Taking part in a ‘fireside chat’ with HR analytics guru David Green, Nair offered her thoughts on HR’s role in leading digital transformation, and its place in organisations.

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11 Incredibly Powerful Ways To Nurture Inclusion At The Workplace

Vantage Circle

I like to think about inclusion at the workplace as being similar to humility. Everyone wants to admit they have it, but in reality, they don’t. In a recent Deloitte survey , 80% of employees consider inclusion as an essential factor in choosing an employer. But what does having an inclusive workplace culture truly mean? Is it the same as having a diverse workforce?

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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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3 Ways to Support a Simpler Application Process for Job Seekers

Hireology

The tight labor market has created an Applicant Economy, meaning now more than ever, employers need to sell job seekers on the opportunity joining their team presents, rather than the other way around. This begins with a strong employer brand that excites top talent about joining your team. Your employer brand should include a compelling career site, list of company benefits, outlined career paths, training opportunities, and more. .

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Q+A With Jerry Colonna: Overcome Your Personal Demons And Become A Better Leader Through Radical Self-Inquiry

15Five

We all know someone in power who chooses to hide behind the comfort of their authority. The real task is thinking up senior executives who embody what it means to lead with transparency, honesty, and sincerity. For a company to naturally thrive, those tasked with leadership must take the time to truly understand their inner self. While it’s vital for a person to know where their strengths lie, it’s also important to understand the vulnerable parts of ourselves we often try to ignore.

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5 Fast Financial Stress Statistics

Best Money Moves

5 fast financial stress statistics. Americans opened up about debt, housing and spending habits in a survey from Freedom Debt Relief and the results underscore a desperate need for financial wellness. More than 20 percent of Americans would rather go to the dentist or the DMV than talk about their finances, according to research by Freedom Debt Relief , which got people to open up about debt, housing and financial habits in their latest survey.

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Capitalising on the Changing Social Media Marketing Opportunities

Take It Personel-ly

In today’s digital age, people rely on technology more than ever. Many people own multiple digital devices – including mobile phones, laptops and tablets – and spend several hours a day online. This new trend means that effective online marketing is now one of the most important ways to build a successful modern business. Social […].

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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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Are open-plan offices still good for business?

cipHR

These workspaces encourage colleague collaboration – but there are plenty of reasons why employees struggle to be productive in these ‘default’ office layouts. The radio is on. The work is flowing effortlessly like the tunes I’m listening to, and I’m swiftly ticking items off my to-do list. But I’m sitting here with my headphones on, so I can concentrate on my work and better ignore distractions.

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So you want to speak at HR conferences? Advice for the journey

UpstartHR

One of the key parts of what I do in my job is speaking. Webinars. Conferences. Seminars. I’ll talk to pretty much anyone about anything related to HR. And I LOVE it. This is pretty funny for anyone that knows me well, because I’m fairly shy and introverted. If I show up to the pre-conference party myself, I’ll eat quickly and leave for the safety of my hotel room and a good book.

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How can we make IVF and insulin more affordable?

Benefit Resource Inc.

Anyone who has encountered IVF treatments or insulin payments is familiar with the overwhelming costs associated with each. In some instances, insurance may be available to ease the sky high payments. But in other cases, insurance is not available or is simply not enough. This article will explore why insurance doesn’t cover IVF and ways that IVF and insulin can be made more affordable.

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How to Make Your Job Descriptions Google and Job Board-Friendly

Hireology

Today’s job seekers have countless options at the tips of their fingers when it comes to researching and applying to new roles. Between job boards, social media sites, referrals and reading job descriptions on individual company career sites, it can be difficult for employers to break through the noise and reach top job seekers where they’re searching in today’s competitive market.

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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.