Take It Personel-ly

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Whether you’re a business leader looking for an improved phone system that’ll keep your company on the cutting edge, a human resources professional dealing with numerous complaints from employees about the company’s current outdated phone system or just someone interested in the latest technologies for business telecommunications, keep reading. When it comes to technology, it’s … Continue reading Why Your Growing Business Needs Better Phone Systems (What to Choose and Why).

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

According to a recent article in The Huffington Post , 3 out of 4 employees report that their manager is the worst and most stressful part of their job, and 50% of employees who don’t feel valued by their boss plan to look for another job in the next year. Don’t lose top talent because of poor management. We’ve compiled the top 10 things that leadership should never do if they want to keep their employees happy and engaged in the workplace.

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HR Bartender

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Ultimate Software , a leading provider of human capital management solutions in the cloud. They were recently recognized as one of the 50 Most Engaged Workplaces in North America by Achievers. Congrats and enjoy the post!). Employee engagement remains a top priority for business. Why? Because the results (or lack thereof) show that it needs to be.

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15Five

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

For decades, business leaders believed that simply focusing on performance management was the key to building a successful company. If they just had the right vision and strategy, clear objectives, people with the skill sets to achieve those objectives, and alignment toward their goals throughout the entire organization, they’d achieve high employee performance, financial success, and live happily ever after.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Are your employees slacking off? Constantly procrastinating on projects? Frequently missing work? Often, these are telling signs that your employees are disengaged. So, what should you do when you notice that your employees are checked out? Here are the four most common culprits for employee disengagement and how to stop them in their tracks. 1. A lack of appreciation for their work.

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Take It Personel-ly

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

The job market has improved a lot over the last couple of years or so. According to recent government statistics, the rate of unemployment is roughly back to where it was before the crisis – around 5 percent. Thus, there’s reason for workers to be hopeful that things will soon improve. However, the job market, … Continue reading Creative Ways To Land A Great Career.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Bad managers cost businesses billions of dollars each year. According to Gallup , managers account for at least 70% of variance in employee engagement scores across business units. Gallup also discovered that great managers tend to share the following traits: motivational, assertive, accountable, transparent, and makes decisions based on productivity, not politics.

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HR Bartender

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

A few years ago, I wrote a post titled “ Happy Employees are not Engaged Employees.” It remains a very popular post. I received a note about it the other day. I would say employees with a sense of purpose are most productive. Is this the same as engagement (therefore the employee is motivated)? It’s a great question that really made me think. So I wanted to see if I could logically work through this.

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15Five

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

Have you ever watched helplessly as your company was undergoing immense strain or was even burning to the ground? What did you do about it? Kyle Porter is founder and CEO of SalesLoft , a rapidly growing company that provides a powerful platform for sales development teams to increase qualified demos and appointments. But back in 2012, SalesLoft just wasn’t working.

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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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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Catching up with your mom on the phone every Sunday is one thing. But interviewing a prospective job candidate on the telephone is quite another. Today, the sheer number of job applicants is often overwhelming. It’s not unusual to have 100 to 200 applicants for a single position. Some of them are qualified, but others use software to search keywords in job postings to load their resume and may not have the skills required.

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UpstartHR

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

I will be presenting more on this topic at the HR Innovators Virtual Conference – 2 Days, 6 Education-packed sessions from top-rated speakers covering topics critical to success today, including, millennials and culture, creating meaningful workplaces, using social media to attract talent, and how talent loss affects innovation. Register Today !

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Take It Personel-ly

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Newell Rubbermaid®. The opinions and texts are all mine. I was recently asked by DYMO® to share my experience and some unique tips about their DYMO® LabelWriter™ 450 Bundle from Staples Canada as I love to stay organized at work and at home. Staying … Continue reading Sponsored Post: The DYMO® LabelWriter™ 450 Bundle From Staples Canada.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

What type of candidates are you trying to recruit for your open job positions — top-notch or just so-so? The way you present your open job positions to the world can make all the difference. As you tackle recruiting and hiring, keep these 12 recruiting tips in mind in order to draft the perfect job description and attract top talent. 1. Begin with the end in mind.

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HR Bartender

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

Recently, an HR Bartender reader talked about their frustration with the new changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In their note, they mentioned working toward getting promoted so they would have a salary over the minimum threshold. While getting paid as a salaried employee isn’t always the main goal when seeking a promotion, I thought it would be good to talk about what it takes to get promoted.

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cipHR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Are your employees as productive as they could be? Is the office bubbling over with creativity, interaction and innovation? Are you confident that remote workers are putting in 100% effort regardless of their location? If the answer to any of these questions is 'no' or even 'I'm not sure' then, as a brand, you're probably not providing the right environment and there's improvements to be made. 1.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Mergers are tricky business. Timing is critical, with small windows to conduct due diligence and communicate any changes to employees , shareholders and customers. Then there’s the actual work of merging two organizations. Unfortunately, the average due diligence process focuses almost exclusively on financials and physical assets. Planning for the people side of things often gets pushed until after the deal has been completed.

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UpstartHR

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

One of the scariest parts of having a great culture is the fear that it will shift and change in negative ways as the company grows. I can remember talking with Atlassian earlier this year, an organization that has an enviable culture and has leveraged it for incredible success. Every team at Atlassian has a person dedicated to defending the culture from poor fit hires, and these culture stewards can veto any hiring decision at any level.

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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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Take It Personel-ly

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Becoming a better business leader and owner is about accepting what’s best for the company. This is something you will need to think carefully about. Do as much as you can to improve yourself, and the business will grow with you. Understand You Need Help Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, and … Continue reading You Need to do More to Become a Better Business Owner.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

How do you handle rewards and recognition within your workforce? Has your company kept pace with current trends in HR and the widely recognized need for employee engagement programs? Most importantly, are you aware that 51% of employees are not happy at work and that, according to Gallup, fully 87% of employees worldwide are not engaged ? It has been proven that engagement is crucial for business growth.

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HR Bartender

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Xerox HR Services. For more than a century, Xerox has been a leader in document technology and services. Their human resources services include advisory, technology, and administration solutions to help companies manage and engage employees. Congrats to them for 100 years of business excellence.

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cipHR

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

A calm working environment will improve wellness, reduce absence and increase productivity. With such compelling benefits, introducing calmness into the working day should be an HR priority. There are many strategies that can be employed to improve the culture within the office, including the following: 1. Encourage the right food and drink. Eating and drinking certain things can have a positive effect on our wellbeing and calm us down.

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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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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Companies pour vast amounts of time and money into learning and development because it’s believed that training will result in better performance. Sadly, this is not always the case. Frustrated by an employee’s poor performance, a manager may call for more training, either for the individual or the whole team. However, what if the real problem is one of accountability ?

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UpstartHR

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

This week I’m in Atlanta for the Microsoft Ignite event. Yes, I see the puzzled expressions. Microsoft? IT? What am I thinking? No, I’m not making a career change. I’m perfectly happy where I am. Here’s the deal. I have been to tons of events over the years, and what always surprises me is the fact that I get something out of the most unlikely places.

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Take It Personel-ly

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

As a boss, you have to understand what you can do to get the most out of your employees. How can you increase morale and productivity in the workplace? Well, one of the best things to do is to work toward easing worries they might have. A lot of people might be concerned about how … Continue reading Ease Your Employees’ Worries By Increasing Health & Safety.

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

The post Twitter Highlights from ACE 2016 #AACE16 appeared first on [engage]- The Employee Success and Engagement Blog by Achievers.

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