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3 Ways to Improve the Candidate Experience

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: This article is an excerpt from my new book, “ The Recruiter’s Handbook: A Complete Guide for Sourcing, Selecting, and Engaging the Best Talent “ (SHRM, 2018) SHRM members can order a discounted copy at the SHRMStore. Enjoy!). Organizations with a candidate experience strategy in place realize the work isn’t over. You’ll want to regularly audit your process to ensure it’s working the way you intended.

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4 Ways to Create a Mission-Based Culture Where Employees Will Thrive

Achievers

A company’s mission statement is the driving force behind its company culture. It’s what ignites passion and motivation in employees. At Achievers, our mission is simple: to change the way the world works. We aspire to do that by aligning everyone with business goals and company values, driven by recognizing shared victories every day. In short, we aim to make success a way of life.

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1 personality trait the best job candidates share

Insperity

What should you be looking for in job candidates as a predictor of future success? Is there a personality trait that stands out more than others? In a word, grit. Grit has become the new soft skill that every business leader seeks in new hires. In a personal setting, grit is often defined as courage, resolve or fortitude – and as hardworking or passionate in a professional setting.

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How Leadership Can Reap Big Rewards By Creating A “Self-Care Culture”

15Five

We used to just call them “mental health days.” Those days when you just need to get some separation from the daily grind, refresh yourself, and do whatever it takes to get a break from multitasking and workplace tech. Of course, now we understand more clearly the link between employee happiness and outcomes like higher engagement, increased productivity, and business growth.

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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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The 7 Skills You Need to Conduct an Effective Job Search

HR Bartender

At last year’s KronosWorks Conference, New York Times best-selling author and fellow Workforce Institute board member Dan Schawbel , talked about the latest workplace trends forecast based on his research. During his session, he made a comment that really stuck with me, “We’re living in a world of continuous job search.”. It’s so true. People today have lots of options when it comes to their careers.

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The seven best free HR ebooks

cipHR

Don’t spend your hard-earned cash on expensive textbooks – here’s our pick of the free HR ebooks. 1. Staying Relevant in the Workplace: Develop Lifelong Learning Mindsets by Dr J Brassey and Professor Dr Nick H M van Dam. What: Two senior partners from global consulting firm McKinsey have teamed up to create this essential guide to continuous learning and professional development.

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How to Foster Intrinsic Motivation in Your Team

Take It Personel-ly

For many employees, motivation comes from an outside source. It could be the fact that their job is a great resume builder and a stepping stone to a new position. Or, they might put in that extra effort to get overtime pay. They may just work hard to provide for loved ones. But you want […].

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New Hire Onboarding: Take a Pulse to Increase Employee Retention

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at Readex Research , which provides expert survey services to help businesses understand their internal and external customers. Their services include employee experience surveys. Enjoy the post!). With unemployment levels at historic lows, it’s no wonder that employee retention is a priority.

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25 Office Exercises: Easy Desk-Friendly Ways to Get Fit

SnackNation

25 Office Exercises: Easy Desk-Friendly Ways to Get Fit. Modern technology has given us plenty of benefits and conveniences, but with one major drawback: Most of us sit at a desk for for eight (or more) hours a day, five days a week, most weeks of the year. And unfortunately, the very thing can make us productive, profitable, and successful employees for our company can also harm our health—maybe even permanently.

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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.

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Is poor job fit the reason behind poor employee performance?

Insperity

Job fit is critical to every employee’s success – and ultimately, your business’s success as well. Having the right people in the right roles can propel your organization to new heights. When the fit is there, it’s nothing short of magical. Your business seems to run like a well-oiled machine. But what about when the fit isn’t right? How does this even happen, if you’re diligent in your screening and interviewing of job candidates?

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The Importance of Posters in the Workplace

Take It Personel-ly

HR Posters often seem as though they are the norm in any workplace setting, but most people don’t give them a second thought. These posters serve an important purpose, though: they notify workers of certain rights under the law. Besides informing employees, they also allow employers to remain in compliance with laws that require […].

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12 Tips for SHRM Annual Conference Attendees: #SHRM18

HR Bartender

For those of us in the human resources profession, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference is approaching. This year’s event will be held June 17-20, 2018 in Chicago. This is a must-go event for me. I’m really looking forward to the opportunity to see fellow bloggers that I interact with on Facebook and Twitter and people who I worked with as a SHRM volunteer.

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30 Field-Tested Healthy Snacks for Kids

SnackNation

30 Field-Tested Healthy Snacks for Kids. Making healthy food is pretty easy once you have the basics down. Making healthy food that excites and delights the kiddos is an art. Developing palettes are often sensitive to the bitter flavors in a lot of healthy vegetables, and often, what tastes delicious to an adult tastes absolutely disgusting to a child.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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Ultimate Software Connections 2018 Recap

WEX Inc.

What do Kenny Chesney, Katy Perry, UltiPro, and benefitexpress have in common? Yes, they're all legends in their respective fields, but there's more — all four intersected at this year's Ultimate Software Connections conference. Keep reading for our recap of this spectacular event!

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8 Things You Need to Know About Starting a Business

Take It Personel-ly

Starting your own business can be one of the most rewarding experiences of a lifetime. However, it is very demanding since you will spend countless hours consulting with accountants, lawyers, and other entrepreneurs. You can save yourself time by getting these eight things straight before starting a business. 1. Develop a business plan Preparing a […].

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5 Easy Ways to Delight your Employees in Dubai

Bayzat

Coming up with innovative ways to inspire your employees and help them feel part of the company isn’t easy. Nevertheless, it’s vital you adopt a healthy obsession with organizing team building events and fun-filled strategies.

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The Evolution of the Automotive Service Technician Role

Hireology

Many job seekers and others both inside and outside the retail automotive industry have the misconception that working as an automotive service technician exclusively means rotating tires, changing oil and other greasy, “wrench turning” tasks. While this might have been true up until a few years ago, it’s no longer the case. Most vehicles today also include sensors, computers and other advanced technology, meaning automotive service technician roles require much different skills than they did in

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7 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Your Cheat Sheet: How To Attract and Retain Top Talent

Best Money Moves

In this week’s Best Money Moves roundup, we take a look at news stories and new research studies that may impact employee benefits and HR issues. We hope you find this news roundup helpful, and we’d love your feedback. Everyone knows that a competitive benefits package includes much more than just financial wellness and a good salary. And, an exceptional benefits package may even counteract a high salary expectation.

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Can You Trust “Green Mattress” Certification Claims?

Take It Personel-ly

As society becomes more aware of the environmental impact of various products, more and more people are looking for products that are certified for human and environmental safety. But what about mattresses? The proximity of your mattress to your body makes it an important product when it comes to human safety. But the complex nature […].

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[Infographic] What Benefits Matter Most to Employees?

Hppy

People tend to stay in one place if they are comfortable at it and feel like they are being treated well. Employees, for example, could stay longer in a company if they are pleased with the benefits they receive. Benefits are a way to motivate employees and allow them to do other things that will help them grow and succeed in their careers. Providing good benefits to employees have its advantages such that if they are attracted to the benefits your business offers, they will most likely stay in

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The Evolution of the Automotive Service Technician Role

Hireology

Many job seekers and others both inside and outside the retail automotive industry have the misconception that working as an automotive service technician exclusively means rotating tires, changing oil and other greasy, “wrench turning” tasks. While this might have been true up until a few years ago, it’s no longer the case. Most vehicles today also include sensors, computers and other advanced technology, meaning automotive service technician roles require much different skills than they did in

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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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Best Employee Benefits in Light Manufacturing

Winston Benefits

If your company is involved in manufacturing, you know that offering strong benefits is a must. Manufacturing jobs tend to have better benefits than many other industries, so staying competitive can be difficult. The level of education and experience employees need for manufacturing jobs, combined with a higher rate of collective bargaining, means employers need to offer strong packages to attract employees.

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Book Review by @CozyRebekah : The Art of Game Design

Take It Personel-ly

Video games are straight-up awesome. They allow you to experience new and immersive worlds, they give you opportunities to play as unique characters, and they’re a good outlet for negative energies. Because of that, I’ve wanted to become a game developer off and on for about 7 years (keep in mind that I’m a teenager, […].

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[Infographic] 9 No-Fail Tips For Giving Productive Feedback

Hppy

If you want to grow and develop at work, it’s essential that you have access to frequent feedback and conversations focused on your professional development. At all types of organizations and at all levels, getting clear and direct feedback is important for improving at your job and mastering new skills. By making it a priority to check in often with your direct reports and your manager, you are making a commitment to their personal growth and your own.

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Webinar: Optimizing Your Sourcing Strategy to Drive Quality Candidates

Hireology

A Home Health Care News + Hireology Webinar . Every year, home health care organizations spend anywhere from $500 to $1,000,000 on job boards, only to be disappointed with the candidate traffic or lack of quality applicants. How can your organization keep up with the all-time high demand for caregivers, RNs, and CNAs? Attend this webinar to find out how to source and hire the best of the best in home health care via a multi-channel sourcing strategy.

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7 Common ACA Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.