December, 2020

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Overcoming Common Barriers to Innovation

Take It Personel-ly

Innovation is key to business potential and growth. Without new ideas, updates, products or services, a business will slowly die because consumers are looking for the next best thing. Unfortunately, many businesses throw up barriers to innovation and discourage the very thing that can make their business more successful. Not Acting on Trends Some businesses […].

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5 Ways to Recharge Employee Motivation

Achievers

No manager wants to deal with a team of unmotivated workers. Setting goals is like pulling teeth, small obstacles bring work to a halt and nobody celebrates when projects are completed. It’s unlikely that your workplace is this grim, but like most managers, you’re probably always looking for ways to increase your staff’s motivation.

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Coming Soon: The HR Bartender Show

HR Bartender

I have some very exciting news today. Well, at least I think it’s very exciting. LOL! We’re launching a podcast – The HR Bartender Show. We know that people like to consume information many different ways. Some want to read, while others want to listen. And sometimes we want to do both. Personally, I like reading as well as listening to content. We hope to launch the show at the start of the new year.

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How (and why) to develop employee career paths

Insperity

A generation ago, the typical employee career path was the classic “ladder,” with a series of clearly defined rungs for employees to climb. Now, with new technologies and disruptions creating the need for new skills and roles, career paths aren’t so clearly defined. Your organization may benefit from defining career paths within your company, to keep your people engaged and loyal and to decide how to invest in your employees’ development.

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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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Can Artificial Intelligence Solve The Mental Health Crisis?

Wellable

A report from Oracle and the research firm, Workplace Intelligence, looked at how employees around the world are struggling with mental health issues and demanding support, as well as how artificial intelligence and technology may be used as solutions. Between July and August 2020, the report surveyed over 12,000 employees, human resource managers, and C-level executives between the ages of 22 and 74 years old from around the globe.

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How to Keep Your Mind & Body Productive When Stuck Behind a Desk

Take It Personel-ly

If you suffer from cramped feet, jumpy legs, and a general sense of tiredness and apathy throughout the long days spent cooped up behind a desk, you’re not alone. Fortunately, there are simple solutions you can try without needing to get up and leave your desk for a full workout session. Here are a few […].

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20 Employee Games to Enhance the Employee Experience 

Achievers

There is a?reason why?gamification is so popular.?People like playing games at any age. In the workplace, employee games can assume an even bigger role beyond just having fun. Employee games can strengthen employee engagement, boost team morale, and give employees the motivation they need to go above and beyond. . That’s just for starters too!

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Improve the Candidate Experience with Better Scheduling

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by Cronofy , a global innovator in business scheduling software. It provides businesses with the technology they need to offer best-in-class scheduling. Enjoy the read!). One of the great things about working in an office is being able to walk around the corner and say to a hiring manager, “Hey! I know this is last minute but are you available this afternoon to speak with a candidate?

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Why are employee handbooks important? Here’s 7 reasons

Insperity

In the daily swirl of building a business, juggling customer needs and working to attract and retain the right employees, the value of crafting and maintaining an employee handbook can be lost on busy employers. In the long run, however, having an employee handbook in place may help shield you and your company from conflicts and potential litigation.

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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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A 5-Step Employee Onboarding Checklist

HR Digest

Employee onboarding is essential for introducing new employees to their roles and responsibilities, new coworkers, and the company culture. It can be used as an excellent opportunity to create a lasting impression on new employees, promote loyalty towards the organization, and help increase employee retention. HR managers can help make this transition smoother by sticking to a flawless employee onboarding checklist.

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Top Mistakes Most Managers Make, and Advice For How to Avoid Them

15Five

Whether you’re a rookie or have had years of experience, managing people is tough. Taking on the role of a people leader will come with plenty of ups and downs, but luckily, each mistake can lead to positive changes and continuous growth and development. Every company, team, and direct report is unique, however, certain manager mishaps can be predictable, and therefore, (somewhat) preventable.

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How to Set Up Your Home Office for Success

Take It Personel-ly

Switching from a work office to a home office can be an awkward transition, to say the least. Now you’ve got a slew of new distractions to deal with while you try to work. The kids are yelling, the laundry needs to be done, and you can’t help but wonder what you’ll make for dinner. […].

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What are your managers missing to be truly effective?

Achievers

It may seem obvious that a more effective manager has a more engaged team, but Achievers Workforce Institute is based on science, not assumption, so we wanted to prove it with data. The brand-new Manager Empowerment Report data showed a strong correlation between manager effectiveness and engagement with 89% of respondents who would recommend their manager also reported being highly engaged.

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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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3 Ways to Reduce Employee Burnout in 2021

Best Money Moves

3 ways to reduce employee burnout in 2021. How to spot the symptoms of employee burnout and minimize its impact on your business. An alarming 76 percent of U.S. employees are currently experiencing burnout , according to new research by Spring Health. . “The events of 2020 put a tremendous amount of pressure on U.S. employees — especially those who are raising children or taking care of elderly loved ones,” said Dr.

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Combat unconscious bias in the workplace – 6 do’s and don’ts

Insperity

We all have biases about people that play out in our everyday interactions – and we’re often unaware of them. These biases are rooted in our upbringing and life experiences, as well as external factors such as what we consume in movies, TV, social media and the news. Unconscious bias in the workplace can be a problem when it negatively impacts people and their ability to thrive and succeed in their careers.

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Why we must create a purpose-driven organization

HR Digest

One of the great concerns that companies have contemplated the most in recent years has been how to ensure their people are motivated, engaged and highly committed to their everyday roles and responsibilities. Companies are spending millions of dollars on employee engagement initiatives – from improving work conditions to embracing agile methodologies, leadership development programs, and now, proposals for employee well-being.

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Workplace Flexibility - What Employees Look Forward To In 2021

Vantage Circle

Do you want to increase employees' job satisfaction and productivity in your organization? Yes? Then Implementing workplace flexibility will definitely help you. For both employers and employees, a stellar work-life balance is essential. It's indeed desirable to step back from a conventional 9-to-5 workplace system in today's work environment. It's time to shift towards a new workplace model that enhances employee happiness and productivity.

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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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How to Boost Productivity in Your Business

Take It Personel-ly

As a business owner, you’ve already mastered the art of being productive. Whether you rely on a great playlist or a double shot of espresso to keep you on your A-game, you know how to conquer your to-do list. That said, you’re probably wondering—how do I achieve the same goal-smashing results in my business? Read […].

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What are the most important benefits to employees?

PeopleKeep

Small and growing organizations typically can’t offer the comprehensive benefits packages that large ones can. They have to be more strategic about choosing which benefits are most important to their current workforce, as well as the talent they want to attract. So, what are the most important benefits to employees?

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Why Financial Wellness Is Important to Employees in 2021

Best Money Moves

Why financial wellness is important to employees in 2021. Why employees want financial wellness benefits and what they value most about their tools and features. An astounding 86 percent of employees agree it’s important for employers to offer financial wellness programs, according to research by John Hancock. The time employees spend distracted by their personal finances at work equates to over 47 hours in lost productivity per year.

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5 signs your job application process is scaring away top talent

Insperity

When you’re hiring for an open position, are you getting the number and quality of applicants that you want? If not, your online job application process could be part of the problem. A frustrating online application process can scare off good talent. If it’s too difficult or confusing, busy jobseekers simply won’t apply. Or worse, they may develop a negative view of your company and share their bad impression with others.

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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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A Guide to Conquering Loneliness at Work

HR Digest

Loneliness at work is more common than you think. The new work culture that the pandemic has thrown up is the widespread acceptance of work-from-home option by a large number of companies. Some companies have even announced that this would be the norm rather than an exception. They would prefer the employees to continue working from home with the occasional meet-up in office to work out any major issues that need to be handled in person.

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Your Guide to 2021 Goal Setting

Business Management Daily

2021 goal setting presents a unique set of challenges. If 2020 taught us nothing else, it’s that you can’t predict the future – not even remotely – no pun intended. When you sat down to write your goals in 2019 for the new year, you couldn’t have imagined we’d be hit with a global pandemic, forced to wear masks, and for many, work, learn, play and eat from home.

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Ways to Make Your Workplace Design Reflect Core Business Values

Take It Personel-ly

The most important factors in your physical workplace are functionality and practicality. However, it’s also smart to use your space to market your overall brand. Everyone who comes to your headquarters, no matter if employees, clients or business partners, need to read your company values right from the way you designed your space. But that’s […].

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A Year-end Payroll Checklist to Finish the Year Strong

Patriot Software

As the year comes to a close, you might be gung-ho about all the goals you want to achieve in next year. But before you can get the ball rolling in the new year, you have to wrap up some things in the current year—including your payroll. There are a number of timely payroll requirements […] READ MORE.

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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.