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How Employee Recognition Systems Improve Productivity

Achievers

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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Why Proper Employee Recognition Drives Retention

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One of the biggest concerns for many companies is employee retention. If employees are constantly being replaced, too much time goes into searching for new talent and training new employees instead of actually getting the job done. Unfortunately, one of the most common reasons why employees choose to leave a company is because they feel […].

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Navigating Digital Information: 3 Questions to Ask

HR Bartender

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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How to manage personalities during times of change

Insperity

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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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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13 Tips: How Achievers is Supporting a Remote Workplace

Achievers

Shifting your organization to become a remote workplace can be daunting. According to a Buffer report , many remote workers struggle with unplugging from work, loneliness, and communicating. Don’t let these stats scare you though. There are effective ways to help your employees feel connected every day while working remotely. At Achievers , we recently became a 100% remote workplace due to COVID-19.

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26 Incredible Quotes on Work and Life: COVID-19 Edition

Vantage Circle

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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The key to effective communication and performance: ‘How’s your day?’

Insperity

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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Keeping Your People Connected And Productive While Working Remotely

15Five

Whether you’ve worked at home for years or are just making the transition, now is the time to commit to certain behaviors that will ensure the entire team stays productive and connected. And as you’ll see the two are not mutually exclusive… It all comes down to balance—having time for work and for yourself while maintaining a strong sense of connectedness.

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4 Reasons to Explore Scotland in Your Own Motorhome

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Have you been dreaming of buying a motorhome or a campervan? Do you plan the trips you could take and the places you could go in your own van? Perhaps you have taken a trip in a hired motorhome in the past and are now ready to make the leap to ownership. Buying a motorhome […].

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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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5 Tips to Prepare Your Organization for the Post Lockdown Period

Vantage Circle

The entire human race is currently going through some of the toughest days since the last world war broke out. What was initially believed to be just regular flu soon turned into a pandemic that jeopardized the standard world order. Economies came tumbling, and people all over the world are losing their jobs as several countries went into a state of lockdown.

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How to Become a Remote Work Collaborator

WEX Inc.

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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How TargetX Manages Engagement, Performance, And Culture In A Remote-Work World

15Five

As companies around the world have faced off with COVID-19 and its implications, they have quickly had to shift how and where they work. For some companies, however, managing and collaborating with distributed teams is nothing new. 15Five customer TargetX , a US-based company offering comprehensive CRM solutions for higher education, is one example.

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Simple Ways to Communicate Better With Your Customers

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Communication, both internal and external, has always been the core of every business. Without clear lines of communication, your business couldn’t develop relationships with clients or customers, nor could it develop effectively. Nowadays, communication between businesses and customers or clients has become vital. This is especially true today when the world is plagued by the […].

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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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Kronos Spring eSymposium: FREE Learning Opportunity for #HR and #Payroll Pros

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. The Workforce Institute at Kronos has a new book out, “ Being Present: A Practical Guide for Transforming the Employee Experience of Your Frontline Workforce ”. Yours truly contributed a chapter on performance management.

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Benefitexpress Announces New Regional Sales Executive, West Coast

WEX Inc.

Schaumburg, Ill. April 24, 2020— Benefitexpress™ the leading provider of cloud-based technology software and services for employee benefits administration, announced today that Cosmo D'Aquila has joined its sales team as regional sales executive for the west coast territory. In this role, Cosmo will develop strategic, consultative relationships with benefits administration leaders at mid-market employers, health insurance brokers at leading insurance firms, and benefits technology search consult

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Remote Work: The New Normal?

15Five

Telecommuting and working from home have been hot topics for several years now. According to a recent study conducted by Flexjobs, the number of people working from home at least part time has increased by 44% over the last five years. And since Coronavirus has struck, working from home has become the de facto standard for most office workers. Even call center and customer service positions have moved to home offices.

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How These 3 Healthy Habits Will Change The Way You Achieve Goals

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We all know the saying: old habits die hard. Straying away from your unhealthy habits can be a trying process that takes a lot of determination and careful planning. The problem lies in how easy it is to lose patience with the hurdles that arise, which is why setting smaller goals is vital for reaching […].

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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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5 Easy Ways To Build A Successful Virtual Team

Vantage Circle

If the current pandemic we are facing has taught us anything it’s that people can work together just as well from the safety of their homes. Cue: virtual teams. Virtual teams, popularly referred to as distributed teams or remote teams, are a group of individuals who collaborate together from different locations and time zones by relying on virtual communication tools.

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Telemedicine, Urgent Care or the Emergency Room: That is the Question

WEX Inc.

Telemedicine, urgent care or ER? Should I go to urgent care or the Emergency Room? Is urgent care cheaper than the ER? What does urgent care treat? What is telemedicine and when is it the best option? These are just a handful of common questions associated with health concerns and where to go for treatment. While the severity of one's condition is the most important factor in choosing healthcare, other variables such as cost, convenience and whether a facility accepts insurance also play a role.

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Supporting mental health during times of uncertainty

cipHR

HR experts share their thoughts on how HR teams can support employee mental health during coronavirus uncertainty by encouraging open communication, social connectivity, and more. Before a lockdown was imposed in the UK, more than six in 10 adults felt anxious or worried as a result of the coronavirus. Staying indoors, working from home, and being unable to meet friends and loved ones in person is all taking its toll on our mental health and wellbeing.

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3 Ways To Keep Business Operations Running

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As a business owner or manager, you know many factors contribute to keeping your company operating well. This is true in all times and all circumstances, both positive and negative. While there are some things you cannot control, such as weather phenomena or social situations, you can take specific steps to ensure daily operations flow […].

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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How To Overcome Communication Blocks For Remote Working Employees

Vantage Circle

Remote working is no more a new phenomenon. The COVID 19 pandemic has brought a massive cultural shift among workers. Remote working culture has now taken a central place, and employees around the globe have been adjusting their seats to meet their organizational needs. With companies going remote abruptly, employees across the globe are going through a crisis.

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Coronavirus Pandemic Creates Unprecedented Levels Of Stress For Employees

Wellable

As the coronavirus makes its way through communities across the world, another health problem has been spreading along with it: stress. Mental health provider Ginger recently reported that 69% of employees believe the current COVID-19 pandemic is the most stressful time of their professional careers. An even larger amount, 88%, admitted that they have experienced moderate to extreme stress within the last four to six weeks.

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What will the workplace look like after the pandemic?

Business Management Daily

In the midst of the deadliest pandemic to hit the United States since the Spanish Flu of 1918, we live very much in the present. No one knows yet how many will become infected with the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, or how many will die. We cannot tell what the future holds. However, there surely will be lasting impacts, on our personal lives, on society and on our workplaces.

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The 6 Keys For CIOs Managing Shadow IT

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A CIOs job is never done. Cloud computing and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has elevated security risks to an all-time high. Even if your systems are secure, it doesn’t mean every device employees use will be. Managing hardware, software, and personal devices make it a never-ending battle for IT leaders to maintain security. The […].

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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.