July, 2021

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Digital Transformation is Rewriting Work

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes. I’m sure that the title of today’s article isn’t really a surprise to anyone. Technology has been disrupting business and the economy for quite some time. However, one of the things I’ve been hearing consistently since the pandemic became front page news is how unprepared organizations have been for digital transformation.

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Your 2021 payroll questions answered.

Business Management Daily

Although things are starting to calm just a little, the impacts of pandemic-related legislation, sudden moves to remote work, and more are still being felt. Now is when the flood of confusing legal questions arises as businesses start to try to return to normal (and perhaps realize that normal doesn’t quite exist anymore). Regardless, you can’t put payroll on hold simply because things are confusing.

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Introducing Inbox, a New Way to Organize Communications in Hireology

Hireology

This week we’re officially launching Inbox — a new feature designed to centralize all hiring manager communication within the Hireology platform. With Inbox, you can review all new and previous communications with applicants, candidates in one dedicated messaging center. Previously, there were multiple places to look in Hireology for new messages — on the job record, applicant record or within the candidate record.

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What Keeps Human Resources Professionals Awake At Night?

15Five

We posted this question as an icebreaker in our HR Superstars community , because we figured if anyone is going to share vulnerably immediately, it’s going to be Human Resources Professionals (aka People Ops): . What one aspect of your HR role has kept you up at night in the last week? ??After reading through the myriad responses, I am even more in awe of HR leaders (and I used to be a Chief People Officer!

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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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4 Ways to Modernize Your Business

Take It Personel-ly

In the digital age, operating a successful business increasingly requires a touch of modernity. The traditional business tactics and operational standards of the 20th century are rapidly being overshadowed by new technology and new methods of communications. In order to keep your business on top of its game, and keep up with the times, here […].

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Employee Productivity Means Having a Healthy Relationship with Technology

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes. I’ve been seeing a lot of articles about stress and burnou t lately. I’m sure you have too. All with some sort of advice on how to manage and minimize it. However, there is one consistent thread in all the articles – technology. Technology is an important part of our personal and professional lives. There are wonderful technology tools that can help us save time and money.

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Reskilling the Future of Work

HR Digest

We are at a major inflection point that will largely determine the future of work. By 2030, according to a recent McKinsey Global Institute report, Jobs lost, jobs gained: Workforce transitions in a time of automation, 375 million workers – or roughly 14 percent of the global workforce – may need to switch occupational categories and learn new skills as digitization, automation, and advances in artificial intelligence (AI) disrupt the world of work.

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Adapting to Changing Guest Expectations in a Post-Covid World

Hireology

The hospitality industry was one of the most impacted by the effects of the pandemic , and while things are beginning to open up and individuals are looking to resume travel, guest expectations have changed. In order to continue to meet their needs and deliver an outstanding customer experience, you have to transition your business operations. It’s your job to make these changes without reducing the quality of the customer experience, and that has everything to do with who you hire to your team.

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4 Ways to Support Employee Mental Health Post-COVID

Best Money Moves

4 ways to support employee mental health post-COVID. Mental health issues are on the rise in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. What can employers do to support struggling employees? A major issue emerging from the COVID pandemic is the long-term effect on mental health. . Despite a return to normalcy (endangered now by the new Delta variant), more and more employees are reporting mental health challenges as a result of the pandemic.

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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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How to Deal with Stress in Your Job

Take It Personel-ly

While stress is practically a given with any and every job, there are differing levels of it depending on the nature of your work. Although it’s inevitable, that doesn’t mean that you should simply accept high-levels of stress on a permanent basis, as this can be detrimental to both your long-term physical and mental health. […].

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FMLA and Holiday Pay: How Does a Holiday Impact Employee Leave?

Patriot Software

Do you know your Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) responsibilities? Now, throw in a holiday. Do you still know how FMLA and holidays work? Here are some popular questions when it comes to FMLA and holidays: Do holidays count toward an employee’s FMLA eligibility? Does a holiday count as an employee’s days of FMLA […] READ MORE.

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Strategic Business Growth: Now Is the Time to Think Like a Startup

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes. (Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at ChartHop , an organization focused on helping leaders in scaling transparent, productive, and intentional organizations. They recently raised $35 million in funding based on their strong business growth. You can read all about it on TechCrunch. Enjoy today’s article!).

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Employee recognition drives retention and productivity

HR Digest

Employee recognition is an important cornerstone for the engagement and retention of a workforce. Employee engagement surveys conducted by Energage in 2020 showed that appreciation was the top driver of employee engagement. It was one factor that strongly resonated with the surveyed employees to stay connected with their work. . The Covid-19 pandemic further emphasized the importance of employee recognition where employers needed to prioritize their well-being and safety.

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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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Hireology Partners With myCNAjobs to Offer Access to Wider Network of Healthcare Talent

Hireology

At Hireology, we’re constantly seeking new ways to help healthcare providers more easily attract, hire and onboard top talent. In the past, we’ve partnered with leaders in the healthcare space such as ClearCare , AlayaCare and MatrixCare to help you improve how you manage and schedule talent. We’ve also added new features such as document collection and increased background check options, allowing you to move candidates through the hiring and onboarding process quickly and efficiently. .

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Employee learning curve: Ways to get employees up to speed fast

Insperity

Probationary periods and employee learning curves don’t always match. Sometimes a new hire catches on to everything like a speed demon. Other times, the learning curve is seemingly paved with mud. What can you do to ensure your employee learning curves are free from roadblocks? Set up employee for success – before they’re hired. To clear the way for employee success is to start the learning process early from your side of the road.

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6 Ways for Employers to Cut Down on Costs Without Cutting Corners on Employee Benefits

Take It Personel-ly

It’s no secret that you have to minimize your business expenses to maximize your profits. However, all things come at a cost, including progress. You don’t want to risk losing long-term staff loyalty for temporary short-term gains. Your workers are the lifeblood of your organization — without them, the show would grind to a halt. […].

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4 Ways Financial Wellness Can Boost Employee Retention

Best Money Moves

4 ways financial wellness can boost employee retention. Retention is an increasing problem in the post-COVID workforce. Financial wellness benefits could be the solution employers need. . In the post-COVID world, retention is an increasingly complex problem that organizations are struggling to solve. . In fact, 64% of American workers are seeking or considering new employment according to a November 2020 study by HR software firm Ceridian.

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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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Understanding Final Paycheck Laws by State (+ Ultimate Chart!)

Patriot Software

When an employee leaves your business, you must follow an employee termination checklist. One of your employer responsibilities is giving terminated employees their final pay. But, how soon do you need to pay it out? Cue final paycheck laws by state. Read on to learn about (and comply with) final paycheck laws. General rules for […] READ MORE.

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How to Win with AI and Automation

HR Digest

The world’s most capitalist economies are witnessing a period of rapid transition. Developments in digital technologies, inclusive of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, are estimated by some to create the potential for a tremendous reduction in the volume of work. Others see scope of digital technologies to transform the quality of work. Most nations already face the challenge of adequately training their labor forces to meet the current needs of employers.

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Upcoming Webinar: How to Build a Recruitment Marketing Strategy for Your Home Care Agency

Hireology

Looking for advice on how to get in front of top talent at a time when hiring has never been harder? Join us on Thursday, July 29 for a Home Care Pulse webinar covering all things recruitment marketing. . Today’s applicants search for and research jobs much like they would shop for products or services. They spend time getting familiar with the company and they want to know how the job is going to meet their needs before taking time to apply.

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6 common PEO myths debunked

Insperity

Are rumors about companies that have had professional employer organization problems keeping you from hiring a PEO? Granted, it’s certainly wise to do research about HR outsourcing. And it’s natural to have a few concerns at first, especially if co-employment is a new concept to you. But let’s take a close look at six myths about PEOs. Myth 1: “I’ll lose control of my business.”.

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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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Avoiding Burnout 101

Take It Personel-ly

Working long hours, irregular sleeping habits and not having enough time for yourself can quickly lead to emotional and physical exhaustion, feeling overwhelmed and drained, i.e. – burnout. Have you ever felt like you’re stagnating even though you’ve been working over 10 hours a day? Have you dedicated yourself to work so much that you’ve […].

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32 Fun Zoom Icebreakers You Should Definitely Try In 2021

Vantage Circle

We like our Zoom icebreakers the way how we like our pizza— fun, good for sharing, and over in 5 minutes or less. But first, what exactly are Zoom icebreakers? Zoom Icebreakers are any virtual activity or question that helps in making remote team members feel comfortable and connect with each other during virtual meetings on Zoom. It can be referred to an actiivty used for "breaking the ice" or "removing the tension" in any group.

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15Five and Gusto Announce Best-of-Class, Two-Way Integration

15Five

15Five is happy to announce its newest integration partnership with Gusto, the leading payroll, benefits, and HR technology for business of all sizes. This best-of-class, two-way integration allows companies like yours to streamline HR, payroll, and performance management processes so you can spend more time on your company’s strategic initiatives and less time on manual data entry.

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Some ideas for virtual team-building exercises

HR Digest

The pandemic has altered how we conduct our lives. The most significant change has been the shift in the workspace. More people are now working out of their homes than in offices. . According to a study conducted by FlexJobs and Global Workplace Analytics, over the last five years, remote work has grown by over 44% and over 91% since 2010. . But remote work comes with its own challenges of mismanagement, miscommunication, distractions, a feeling of detachment, and a struggle to stay motivated.

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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.