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The Value of Employee Engagement

Achievers

Why is employee engagement valuable? Gallup said it best: “Simply put, engaged employees produce better business outcomes than other employees do — across industries, company sizes and nationalities, and in good economic times and bad.” Engaged employees can save your company money in a number of ways, from both a retention and productivity perspective.

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10 Things I Am Packing In My #SHRM19 Conference Bag

HR Bartender

Last year, in addition to my annual post with tips for attending the Society for Human Resource (SHRM) Annual Conference , I wrote a post about some of the things that I carry with me during the event. Not only was it a nice reminder for me when I’m packing, but I received several good comments from readers. So, I’m doing a 2019 version for this year’s event which will be held June 23-26, 2019 in Las Vegas.

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5 Different Ways That Workplace Stress Can Show On Your Body

Take It Personel-ly

We’ve all experienced stress within our lives and a little stress in our work life can actually do us some good, as it helps prepare and focus the mind and some studies have even suggested that it can help to improve your memory. However, dealing with prolonged stress can lead to mental and physical symptoms […].

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How Our Core Organizational Values Elevate Our Team

15Five

With a name like 15Five, our partners are often curious about the story behind it. And we understand. It’s not exactly an intuitive signature for a software company to have, right? “15Five” is based off of a practice invented by Esprit founder, Doug Tompkins, and made famous by Yvon Chouinard, founder of outdoor brand, Patagonia. An avid mountain climber and sportsman, Chouinard would spend much of his time adventuring away from the office.

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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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11 Incredibly Powerful Ways To Nurture Inclusion At The Workplace

Vantage Circle

I like to think about inclusion at the workplace as being similar to humility. Everyone wants to admit they have it, but in reality, they don’t. In a recent Deloitte survey , 80% of employees consider inclusion as an essential factor in choosing an employer. But what does having an inclusive workplace culture truly mean? Is it the same as having a diverse workforce?

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Smart Appliances You Must Have in the Kitchen

Take It Personel-ly

Technology has become weirder and weirder [in a good way] as generations go by. Years back, it was only Alexa, Google, and Siri pioneering their way through a human’s everyday life. Before, you still had to figure out how to manually operate a kitchen stove, a blender, or a coffee maker. Now, everything is at […].

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5 Fast Financial Stress Statistics

Best Money Moves

5 fast financial stress statistics. Americans opened up about debt, housing and spending habits in a survey from Freedom Debt Relief and the results underscore a desperate need for financial wellness. More than 20 percent of Americans would rather go to the dentist or the DMV than talk about their finances, according to research by Freedom Debt Relief , which got people to open up about debt, housing and financial habits in their latest survey.

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So you want to speak at HR conferences? Advice for the journey

UpstartHR

One of the key parts of what I do in my job is speaking. Webinars. Conferences. Seminars. I’ll talk to pretty much anyone about anything related to HR. And I LOVE it. This is pretty funny for anyone that knows me well, because I’m fairly shy and introverted. If I show up to the pre-conference party myself, I’ll eat quickly and leave for the safety of my hotel room and a good book.

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How can we make IVF and insulin more affordable?

Benefit Resource Inc.

Anyone who has encountered IVF treatments or insulin payments is familiar with the overwhelming costs associated with each. In some instances, insurance may be available to ease the sky high payments. But in other cases, insurance is not available or is simply not enough. This article will explore why insurance doesn’t cover IVF and ways that IVF and insulin can be made more affordable.

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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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What is the best-of-breed approach to HR software?

cipHR

We explain what ‘best-of-breed’ means when it comes to HR systems, and the pros and cons of this approach to software. Advances in technology inevitably – and unfortunately – bring with them baffling new jargon, which can be hard to decipher. Two of the hottest phrases in the HR software market at the moment are ‘best-of-breed software’ or ‘the best-of-breed approach to software’.

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Financial Wellbeing & Its Role in a Complete Employee Wellbeing Program

Best Money Moves

Financial wellbeing and its role in a complete employee wellbeing program. In this guest post, DHS Group ‘s VP of Employer Solutions, Rich Siegenthaler, recommends three ways your employee wellness program can keep up with changes in the benefits industry. The opinions expressed in this blog belong to the author and DHS Group. It’s getting more and more common to see employers focusing on strategies to assist their employee population in managing their complete wellbeing rather than one si

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Health and Wellness Blogs You Need to Read Now

WEX Inc.

Delivering innovative health and wellness programs is an evergreen goal for benefits administrators. Whether the objective is candidate recruitment in a tight labor market - or improving employee retention rates, a compelling, comprehensive benefits program is at the heart of employee engagement. And yet - the journey comes with a list of rules and regulations, budget restrictions, and many questions.

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Should women always wear high heels in the workplace?

HR Digest

A 17th-century law in Massachusetts, which was later introduced into the British parliament, placed penalties on women who lured men into marriage using high heeled shoes. Though ‘chopines’ (a platform that raises shoes), were originally used to protect shoes and dress from mud and street sand, women using high heeled shoes in the 15th, 16th, and 17th century were largely criticized and called all sorts of bad names, including witches.

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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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How to retain millennial job hoppers

Insperity

The millennial generation, born between 1981 and 1996, are known for being job hoppers , and in 2016, they became the largest segment of the U.S. workforce. That presents a major challenge for American business: how to retain millennials. It was once the case that the average American could found a job at reliable company and work there for the tenure of your career.

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3 Benefits of Embracing Local Advertising to Hire Top Dealership Talent

Hireology

Automotive dealers are seen as some of the most well-known local advertisers throughout the country. Between local TV spots, radios promos, billboards, newspaper ads and more, dealers take many strategic steps to get their names out in the local community. Most local dealership ads focus exclusively on selling cars and while this is effective for driving revenue, dealers are missing out on the opportunity to also sell local dealership talent on their job opportunities.

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Workplace Burnout Recognized As Medical Condition By WHO

Wellable

Much has been made about the physical and mental impact work-related stress has on individuals. This impact has led the World Health Organization (WHO) to officially recognize work-related stress, or burnout, as a medical condition.

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The Highest Paying Jobs in the Us Army

HR Digest

Enrolling into any of the jobs in the US army requires some level of special skills to be successful while also depending on the applicant’s strengths. While the applicant’s score in the Armed Force Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test determines the roles they would be offered, they are allowed to choose from the list of jobs available during the US army recruiting exercise.

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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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Cross-training staff: A guide to effective implementation

Insperity

Cross-training staff has long been viewed as a way to groom future managers. Today, the practice has moved beyond managerial candidates to all levels, and there are good reasons behind this change. The traditional school of thought required new leaders to spend time in every aspect of their business and demonstrate a base level of proficiency before they could move into a leadership role.

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Employee Satisfaction Survey: A Brief Guide

Vantage Circle

Why do you need Employee Satisfaction Surveys? We live in a profoundly interconnected world. A lot of factors in the workplace collectively impact the degree of employee engagement among your workforce. For every employer and manager, it is crucial to identify and address these areas. A little bit of effort in the right direction can lead to happier, more productive, and loyal employees.

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Ocean Spray Waives Employee Behavioral Health Copays

Wellable

Ocean Spray, the producer of cranberry juice, sauces, and other products, announced it will eliminate employee copays for mental health benefits starting in July 2019. Susan French, Senior Manager of Benefits and Wellness for the Company, said this change will remove barriers that prevent people from receiving help. This expansion of benefits is a clear indication to employees that Ocean Spray cares for and is investing in their well-being.

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How To Use Recruitment Marketing To Attract Top Talent

Take It Personel-ly

Recruiting top talent in today’s marketplace is massively different than in the years past. Today, this process is sometimes called recruitment marketing. With the advent of the internet and social media, it is no longer difficult to get top quality job applicants even if you are just starting your own company. Here are some tips […].

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Time management tips from an executive coach

Business Management Daily

An interview with executive leadership coach, Curtis Crosby, on how leaders can succesfully manage their time and benefit from exectuive coaching. The post Time management tips from an executive coach appeared first on Business Management Daily.

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We’re Only Human 56: How Delta Airlines Designs its Candidate Experience

UpstartHR

One of the negative consequences of today’s talent acquisition processes is that we have so many more candidates that don’t get picked for open jobs. With one-click apply, the availability of job boards, and other technologies to lower the friction of applying for jobs, employers have more candidates than ever flowing through their applications.

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Is Open Salaries and Pay Transparency a Good Idea?

HR Digest

The ongoing calls for salary transparency as a cure for pay inequity are actually creating confusion among employers. Salary transparency is a double-edged sword; it could bring motivation and demotivation at the same time. A recent survey by HBR involving 2,060 employees suggests that employees are significantly motivated when they learn about their manager’s salaries, mostly if they are a few promotions away.

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How do you make your website better? Here are some great ways…

Take It Personel-ly

So, you own a website? Good! Websites are awesome, for business and for personal progression. That being said, you need to get used to optimising your website. So, to do that, we recommend you consider the following tips and tricks. When used properly, they should play a major role in making your website even better. […].

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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.