Achievers

APRIL 10, 2020

Two-thirds of employees in North America are considering leaving their jobs in 2020. For employees under 30, that number is even higher. One of the fastest routes to a better retention rate is by improving employee engagement. Highly engaged employees are not only more likely to remain with an organization – they also perform better, help companies achieve greater profitability, and have more positive interactions with customers.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 2, 2020

Last week, we provided a list of resources to help individuals get adjusted to working from home. After it was published, I received this note. Dear HR Bartender! I’m a loyal and excited reader of your blog and usually find very great tricks and tips I can experiment with at my workplace. Currently, I work as an HR generalist in a team of 2, taking care of 110 employees.

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Hireology

APRIL 21, 2020

Whether you’re actively hiring or have placed hiring on hold in light of the COVID-19 outbreak , there’s always room for improvement when it comes to how you attract top talent. And one way to do so is by adapting to the demands of today’s job seekers. The job search process has rapidly evolved in recent years to meet the demands of today’s tech-savvy job applicants.

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Insperity

APRIL 21, 2020

Have you thought about which personality types are represented within your team? And have you ever considered how you would manage these personalities during hard times or rapid changes? Here’s why it’s important. Managing various personalities – those conflicting perspectives and working styles – can be challenging even during the smoothest of times.

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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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APRIL 10, 2020

CARES Act: 4 key pieces for you. Helping you to understand the resources available to you through the newly enacted CARES Act. Congress took swift action to provide relief to millions of Americans struggling to stay afloat during the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, passing the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act into law in late March.

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Achievers

APRIL 3, 2020

When we face challenging times (in our current case, a global pandemic), it’s important to put an extra spotlight on appreciation and support those around us. William James, American psychologist and philosopher, once said: “The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated.”. Appreciation should be practiced all year-round, and especially during times of change and uncertainty.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 19, 2020

One of the more popular articles on HR Bartender is titled “ Leadership Power: The 7 Types and How to Use Them ”. Every one of us has power and it’s important to recognize the different types of power we possess, how much of each type we have, and how to use them in a positive way. The reason I’m mentioning this older article is because of the seventh type of power listed, which is called informational power.

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Hireology

APRIL 30, 2020

Hireology has launched a Preferred Partner relationship with ClearCare , the leading web-based and mobile operating platform for home care agencies. Leading up to the partnership, ClearCare was looking to add a best-in-class human capital management solution as a core offering to its existing platform and chose Hireology as the Preferred Partner for its 4,000+ customers. .

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Insperity

APRIL 16, 2020

Say your best talent is out of commuting range. Or, a new parent wants to work from home for a couple of years. Or, maybe teleworking was thrust upon your company during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, more than ever before, it’s important for business leaders to understand how to setup a successful remote work program. It requires deliberation, planning and, likely, some investment in technology.

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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.

Vantage Circle

APRIL 3, 2020

The 21st century has bought a lot of changes in our day to day lives, including our work culture as well. The constant evolution in the field of cloud computing has made things easier for us than ever before. Unlike earlier, professionals can now work from anywhere aided by real time collaboration tools. And with the rise of remote workers , the need to employ virtual team building activities have surely gained popularity.

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HR Digest

APRIL 11, 2020

In earlier times, women didn't have a prominent place in the business world or the professional society for that matter. However, times have changed, and now and then, we see a female CEO or a leader leading the organization and taking it to high points of success. Many women look forward to these leading female personalities and secretly wish to be like them someday, maybe hear them or even know them.

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Achievers

APRIL 6, 2020

The future of work was supposed to be something that was always coming but never arrived. Thought leaders and experts would talk about the ‘future of work’ as a concept – nothing more than a device to help us better prepare to leap into the next chapter of our life and business. And yet in March of 2020, with what seems like little warning, the future of work arrived, immediately changing the game for millions overnight.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 7, 2020

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is sponsored by 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!). I once worked with a sales manager who not only met but exceeded her goals. Every. Single. Time. The CEO thought she was fabulous.

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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

APRIL 9, 2020

Organizations across industries and around the world are facing unprecedented challenges as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. While some organizations have had to temporarily halt business or lay off employees, others are looking to hire new employees as quickly as possible to meet increased demand for their goods or services. A crisis such as the one happening now with COVID-19 leaves organizations, employees and job candidates with a lot of questions.

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Patriot Software

APRIL 13, 2020

Two of the most sought-after forms of coronavirus relief for employers are Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and the Employee Retention Credit. Unfortunately, you can’t take advantage of both. So, when it comes to a PPP loan vs. Employee Retention Credit, which should you choose? Get the facts about both types of relief measures so […]. The post Should I Take Out a PPP Loan or Claim the Employee Retention Credit?

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PeopleKeep

APRIL 3, 2020

What is the CARES Act? The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), is a bill passed by the U.S. federal government on March 27, 2020. The purpose of the act is to address certain issues pertaining to the Coronavirus and the U.S. economy.

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HR Digest

APRIL 8, 2020

With a quarter of the world in quarantine, work from home has become a necessity overnight. But, it takes certain skills to manage work from home, especially when you’re seeking ‘work-life balance’. So if you’re considering remote working, here’s what I’ve learned are the keys to becoming more disciplined and productive. Until recently, work-at-home was not on the to-do list for organizations.

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Achievers

APRIL 17, 2020

These days, a good manufacturing industry employee is like struck gold. Even though the manufacturing sector pays an average hourly wage of $29.34 , good workers are hard to find. Eighty percent of manufacturers say they’ve had trouble finding qualified workers. Jobs in this sector require high levels of skill, training and the ability to use new technologies, and applicants simply don’t have the right skills manufacturers need.

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Take It Personel-ly

APRIL 3, 2020

Want to increase company morale in the office? Good idea! Studies show that happy employees can be as much as 20% more productive than unhappy employees. So, by creating a positive office environment, rewarding your employees for their hard work and keeping a sense of community within the team, you’re not only creating a fun place to […].

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Insperity

APRIL 23, 2020

For any business, the power to motivate your people effectively is worth its weight in gold. The challenge is figuring out how to draw out the best possible performance from your employees on a consistent basis. The secret is having conversations with employees. Said another way, it’s about linking effective communication and performance. “How’s it going?

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Patriot Software

APRIL 2, 2020

Does your small business need financial assistance as a result of the coronavirus pandemic? If so, one of the biggest federal initiatives for small businesses is the Paycheck Protection Program. Read on to learn about Paycheck Protection Program loans, including eligibility, important dates, and the application process. What is the Paycheck Protection Program?

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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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Vantage Circle

APRIL 21, 2020

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a sudden shift in the dynamics of workforce behavior. More and more companies are bound to rush towards work-from-home arrangements in an extremely short period. Although many companies already had a WFH policy managing a large scale of remote employees and that too in such urgency can be overwhelming.

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WEX Inc.

APRIL 18, 2020

Times have changed—not only are work spaces more creative and collaborative than ever, but companies are also more encouraging of working remotely. Even before COVID-19 disrupted the world, remote work had gone from a rare arrangement for some to a standard component of many people's workweek. Still, the global outbreak has made remote work more than just encouraged—but in many instances, mandatory.

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Achievers

APRIL 21, 2020

Attracting and retaining talent is critical no matter what industry you’re in. Competition to recruit the best people can get fierce, and once you do attract top talent, how can you motivate them to be as productive as possible? The answer is to go beyond compensation and benefits. Amy Whillans , Harvard Business School researcher, once said: “Cash matters in people’s lives, but it’s not all that matters.

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Take It Personel-ly

APRIL 10, 2020

When we think of Africa, one of the first things we remember is animals. And, in fact, from the Sahara down, biodiversity is not lacking. Fortunately, over time, hunting started to be fought, and tourism grew, making us bow to the beauties of the animal kingdom. The fascination is so great that Tanzania safaris have […].

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